Perth Racecourse bosses have revealed their first big-name “jockey” to kick start the summer jump season in 2018.
Radio One breakfast show star Nick Grimshaw will appear at the ever-popular Perth Festival, a three-day showcase for the of the very best in British and Irish racing.
The festival kicks off on Wednesday, April 25, and ends with the heart-stopping Highland National on the Friday.
Grimmy, as he’s known to fans, will play a live set on the third and final day.
“I’m pysched to be coming up to Scotland to play again,” he said. “It’s always an amazing atmosphere.
“The Perth Festival sounds like a really fun few days and I can’t wait to help get the party started on the Friday.”
Hazel Peplinksi, chief executive of Perth Racecourse, said: “The special big party atmosphere created by the Perth Festival has helped establish it as one of the best days out in Scotland’s social calendar.
“So we’re thrilled to make 2018 even bigger and better with Nick Grimshaw from BBC Radio One on board to help us close the festival, which we are sure will be a big hit with the crowd.”
