June saw the return of a unique festival at a special location.
Lowestoft lies on the Norfolk / Suffolk border and is Britain’s most easterly town. This makes it the first town in the UK to welcome in the summer solstice each year.
This source of inspiration led to the creation of the First Light Festival – an idea coming from designer Wayne Hemingway and director Genevieve Christie.
Highlight
The first ever festival weekend took place in 2019 with something for everyone. Across two days there are talks, poetry readings, dance, hands-on science experiments and activities for children. Beach camping and plenty of music add to the special atmosphere and a highlight is to hear live music accompanying the break of dawn.
Noise management
For this year’s festival, Adrian James Acoustics was commissioned once again by Waveney District Council to create a noise management plan. We have designed a noise mitigation strategy using computer modelling. During the Festival, key locations are monitored to ensure compliance with the plan and to reduce the impact on local residents.
Experience
The First Light Festival was not our first experience in festival noise management. For many years we have recorded and analysed noise levels in other locations such as King’s Lynn and at the Norfolk and Norwich Festival. In addition, we provide expert advice for smaller events such as weddings and outdoor concerts. The detailed information we offer helps to ensure that regulations are met.
30,000 visitors
As for the First Light Festival, our noise management plan provides the basis for running a successful diverse programme of events. Every year the Festival boosts the local economy with over 30,000 visitors.
Back on track
Following a hiatus due to Covid-19, the Festival soon bounced back. This year, thousands of visitors once again enjoyed a plethora of acts and activities.
For further details, follow this link. The Festival is on the 17th and 18th June.