In 2006 Fiona Stewart organiser of The Big Chill festival went into partnership with the founders Jo and Danny and moved the festival to Glanusk Park (in Crickhowell, near Abergavenny). The festival really established itself as a national outdoor event and saw a rapid expansion to 6,500. The festival was given a 5 star rating in the Guardian newspaper and 4 star rating in The Times. The event was headlined by Donovan, Jose Gonzalez and Calexico. Other performers included Adem, Bat for Lashes, Jack Rose, Marissa Nadler, and Micah P. Hinson and Joe Boyd appeared in the Literature Tent, and the Institute of Physics started the science tent. The festival became more than a music event and elements from all aspects of culture and living were added. Quality food tents offered cuisine from around the world, whilst bars offered everything from real ale to cocktails.
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