An upcoming festival has announced its pre-party which will be held in a historic British pub.

The Woodbridge Festival pre-festival club opening will take place at Ye Olde Bell and Steelyard, one of the country's oldest pubs, on August 17.

The organisers have secured headlining turntabling by Simon Lee, known as Faze Action, a high-profile DJ integral to the development of Nu Disco and UK house.

Also joining the lineup is festival founder, DJ Ben Osborne, a mainstay on London's vibrant music and art scene.

VJ Girl In A T-Shirt will provide stimulating visuals and promises of further additions will keep attendees in suspense.

Simon Lee faze action is set to perform Simon Lee faze action is set to perform (Image: Submitted)

In a complete takeover of the ancient tavern, the festivities will start from 4pm, with food and drink on offer. 

This popular pre-festival event will herald in Woodbridge Festival's main weekend at Elmhurst Park from August 30 to September 1.

It will be the festival's 10th year at Elmhurst and 12th in Woodbridge.