A FAMILY festival starring celebrity dopplegangers has been given the go ahead to take place in Castle Park, Colchester.

Organisers of The Nearly Festival have announced they’re to host the outdoor event on the weekend of June 10 and 11.

The multi-genre line-up looks set to include tribute acts to Ed Sheeran, Black Eyed Peas, Amy Winehouse, Madness, Oasis and more.

Trio Danny Banthorpe, Adam Coulton and Andy Collins are organising the event having brought it to Ipswich’s Holywells Park over two days last year.

The event promises to offer lots of family fun activities for children of all ages including workshops, rides and an interactive kids’ stage.

There will also be a silent disco, street food market with a wide range of international food and alcohol will be available at a pop up pub.

The festival takes place between 1pm and 9pm on Saturday and 1pm and 8pm on Sunday.

Early bird tickets are now on sale and can be booked at nearlyfestival.com.

Prices range from £5 to £30.