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One of the UKs biggest free festivals is approaching, albeit two months late and with the event closing an hour earlier than usual.The Lambeth Country Shows line-up of reggae stars and other musicians has been announced along with the flower show and other attractions, such as sheep shearing.

Yet there are still concerns that the show will be scaled down from last years festival, that drew about 180,000 revellers the same number as Glastonbury.Councillor Jeremy Clyne said:I am pleased that the hugely popular country show is going ahead after all, albeit on a reduced scale. The council tried to scrap the show this year but was forced to reinstate it through the weight of public opinion.Lets just hope that the weather is kind. Holding this event in September is clearly more of a risk than the usual date in July.

Councillor John Whelan also said commercial sponsors may not have been impressed by the change in timing.Coun Whelan said: I’d be surprised if it is on the scale of previous years.In February the council performed a u-turn after cancelling the show over security fears and overstretched police resources during the Olympics.  Councillor Sally Prentice, cabinet member for culture, leisure and the Olympics, said This years Lambeth Country Show will again offer some top quality entertainment.

This is the perfect showcase for the boroughs vibrancy and creativity, reflecting all thats great about living in this part of south London.Hollie Cook, the daughter of Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook, who supported the Stone Roses last month, will take to the stage as part of the line-up.