Mercury Prize nominees Wild Beasts have been announced as the headliners for this year’s Beacons Festival in Skipton.

The main stage appearance, on the Saturday of the festival weekend, is the only opportunity people will have to see the band in the North this summer.

Other acts confirmed so far include Patrick Wolf, Junior Boys, Jessie Ware, Factory Floor and The Wave Pictures.

The Beacons Festival takes place at Funkirk Estate, Skipton, from August 17 to 19. For tickets and more details, visit greetingsfrombeacons.com.