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Reading
When: 24-26 August
Where: Reading, Berkshire
Who: Razorlight, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Smashing Pumpkins
The August bank holiday rock event, split between Reading and Leeds, has its roots in the National Jazz and Blues Festival, first held in Richmond in 1961. These days it focuses on rock and, on occasion, rap. The crowd are famously picky, and there is a long tradition of throwing bottles of urine at unpopular acts. 50 Cent and Good Charlotte are two unlucky recipients of this honour.
FESTIVAL FACTS
70,000 capacity at Leeds
80,000 capacity at Reading
195 miles between the venues
48+ cash machines
150 acts
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