Organisers of the Bromyard Folk Festival are confident that the Millennium line-up will enable the event to keep its crown as the UK's top traditional event.

Now in its 33rd year, the folk celebration even has its own theatre, The Court, on the new main site off the Stourport Road.

On Sunday, September 17, at around 8pm, folk legend Eric Bogle will walk on to the stage, bringing the three-day event to a conclusion.

The big Sunday night concert will be open to everyone who pays for a ticket, and not just those with the full weekend pass.

To the uninitiated, Eric Bogle may be more familiar for his songs rather than his name, despite a career stretching back decades.

Born in Scotland but now based in Adelaide, South Australia, he has been described by some critics as the man who wrote the best songs of the Seventies.

His most popular song is The Band Played Waltzing Matilda, which has been recorded by more than 100 artists.

Another of his songs, The Green Fields of France, was recorded by the Furey Brothers and spent 10 weeks at number one in the Irish charts.

Eric Bogle has recorded 14 CDs in total and has received many honours for his services to music, including a UN Peace Medal and the Order of Australia.

Another highlight during the Festival will be Tanglefoot, the five-piece Canadian band who have their own loyal following.

Festival spokesperson, Annie Jones said: "Their stage impact is impressive. They sing songs of Canada, mostly their own, based on folklore and historical accounts. These story songs are thrilling.

"This year, a stronger than ever line-up plus continuing development of the site guarantees a tremendous weekend. As well as favourites returning, such as Pete Coe, Maggie Boyle, Old Rope String Band and Alistair Anderson, there are some new names for Bromyard, including Rory McLeod, Ray Fisher and Sid Kipper.

"You'll also be able to see the best of English Morris, with 14 sides dancing, including favourites like Earlsdon, Saddleworth and the Silurians of Ledbury, plus special guests, the Southport Sword Dancers."

Tickets and further details are available from the box office, on 01531 670593.