ACTOR Craig Charles and 90s Britpop band Cast are some of the star turns announced for this year's Corbridge Festival.

Charles, best-known for his TV roles on Coronation Street , Red Dwarf and Robot Wars , has become a highly regarded funk and soul DJ, while Cast, with hits such as Walkaway and Alright , have gained a huge following over the years too.

The crowd can also expect a sing-a-long set of songs From The Jam, featuring Bruce Foxton from the iconic The Jam band, play a set.

Also confirmed for the July 7 festival are Lucy Spraggan , who found fame as a contestant on The X Factor , The Selecter, Keston Cobblers Club, Extra Curricular and Happy Cats.