THE line-up for the Arts in the Park festival in Blackburn on July 14 and 15 has been confirmed.

Ska and reggae pioneers Toots and the Maytals will be headlining the Saturday night of the free event in Witton Park.

Support will come from veteran heavy rockers Olver Dawson's Saxon, Kings Cross Hot Club and Darwen's own Gone Beggin'.

On Sunday, Orkestra del Ssol will be bringing Caribbean and Latin rhythms to the stage.

The event will culminate with a performancce by the Northern Chamber Orchestra and a firework display.

A community stage will run over both days of the festival featuring local bands including Maupa, The Exorsisters, India Mill and Morning Call.

The festival will run from 2pm to 9pm on both days and the park area will be a glass free zone.

Festivalgoers are being urged not to bring bottles with them as they are liable to be confiscated.