Stetsons and waterproofs at a very English country music festival

Country music fans use The Long Road festival in Leicestershire to mark the passing of Dolly Parton

Stetsons and waterproofs at a very English country music festival

TL;DR

  • The Long Road festival in Leicestershire featured bands like Bec O'Malley and The 502s.
  • Festival-goers embraced American cowboy culture with outfits including stetsons, cowboy boots, dungarees, and plaid.
  • Many attendees paid tribute to Dolly Parton with themed outfits and accessories.
  • The festival took place at Stanford Hall and attracted fans despite challenging weather conditions, including lightning and rain.
  • Country music's share of the UK singles market has more than doubled in two years.