A festival attended by thousands of music lovers at an Ipswich park has been cancelled due to 'increased financial pressures'.
The organisers of Global Rhythm, which takes place in Christchurch Park every year, say they have explored numerous funding options before making the decision.
Last year's festival was described as an "explosion" of ska, rap, dub and dancehall with performances from Maroon Town, Kanda Bongo Man and DJ Skippa J.
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A spokesman for the festival said: "Due to increased financial pressures on the events industry, the Global Rhythm organisers have made the tough decision to cancel this year’s event.
"This was an incredibly difficult decision with numerous funding opportunities and partnerships and options being explored, but unfortunately, despite best efforts, we were unable to achieve the financial support required to proceed.
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"Last year over 11,000 people attended and we enjoyed three amazing stages and a workshop tent in our 14th year.
"To each and every person who attended, and every artist who went on stage, all the crew and all the supporters we love you and we wish you a bright and beautiful summer.
"Play a tune and dance in the park and think of us.
"Very best wishes, Global Rhythm."
