T in the Park, Scotland, Balado, Kinross-Shire, 8th-10th July, 2011

T in the Park boasts 9 stages in its main arena and 4 in its campsite, meaning that over 3 days it spawns roughly 180 acts. This being Scotland, you can expect it to be quite a ho down, too. Last year boasted showers, sunshine and rainbows as the likes of Muse, Kasabian, Eminem, Editors, Paolo Nutini, Florence & The Machine, Mumford & Sons and techno godfather Plastikman entertained crowds in what’s known as one of the tidiest sites in the UK.

Insider Tip: Other than remembering to pack a box of aspirin for those difficult mornings after, remember to brace yourself, too, as Blink 182, Biffy Clyro, Pulp and Foo Fighters are alleged to be gearing up for appearances…