A FESTIVAL planned for next weekend to bring live music to the district this summer has been postponed, organisers have announced.

This is Bingley was due to run on August 20 and 21 to fill the void left by the postponement of the much-anticipated Bingley Weekender.

Organisers Bees Camping said "many hours" had been put in to get the festival off the ground and thanked the bands and volunteers who got in touch with offers to play and help with the event.

But, they said there was a shortage of staff and this would impact the safety of the event.

They added that the event, which was due to be held at the Bradford & Bingley Sports Club, would not have been financially viable.

Bees Camping said: "To allow us time to be able to put on an event that is successful we are postponing the 'This is Bingley Festival' until 3rd, 4th and 5th June 2022.

"If you would like a full refund please email beescamping@gmail.com or, alternatively, if you would prefer to hold on to your tickets until the next festival, where you have the added option of 3 days camping for the price of 2 you are welcome to do so. Weekend ticket holders will get the added 3rd day free."