THE second-ever South Croydon Festival has been hailed a success.
Last week's event at the Earl of Eldon on Brighton Road saw 12 live music acts playing for a continuous 12 hours. Music co-ordinator Dave Mack said: "We had some true talent playing here today, including Steve Boyce, whose band opened for Eric Clapton at Hyde Park five years ago and Brian Bath who was lead guitarist in Kate Bush's band."
Mr Mack went on to praise 15-year-old Jake Slater, who writes and performs his own songs, as a musical prodigy.
The Earl of Eldon is seeking to make itself a hub for live music with Thursday night open mic and jam sessions.