A souvenir programme for the festival is available free in newspaper format as a wrap around cover on 'The Advertiser' prior to the Festival. It will also be available from The Tourist Information Centre in The Coronation Hall, and the Evening Mail shop in Market Street.    It is produced by our main sponsor - The North West Evening Mail, and is distributed free of charge. It contains information about the various activities, entertainment and a map to help you find your way around.

A special 12th Anniversary souvenir programme in printed booklet form is also available covering all you will need to know about the event and a local town centre map. It is available from local shops around town during the week before the event and during the week-end itself. Copies will be available from The Tourist Information Centre and from the Festival shop ((formerly Stead & Simpsons) in King Street, near the main stage.. The souvenir programme is priced at £1.