Where: Westonbirt Arboretum, near Tetbury

When: Friday, June 14, 2019

Paul Weller will play a concert at Westonbirt Arboretum, near Tetbury, next summer as part of Forest Live 2019.

The British songwriting icon is the first artist to announce gigs at the summer concert series promoted by the Forestry Commission.

The frontman of the Jam and The Style Council, who has gone on to enjoy a stellar solo career, will be appearing at Westonbirt on Friday, June 14, next year.

Paul's latest release True Meanings, entered the UK charts at No 2. It is his fourteenth solo album and the twenty-sixth studio album of his career that began in 1977 with The Jam's debut album In the City.

Five era-defining albums followed before he experienced further recognition with The Style Council and subsequent success with numerous solo releases such as Wild Wood, Wake Up The Nation and Sonik Kicks.

Paul Weller's versatility and creative edge has connected with fans across the generations, making him one of the most significant players of the British music scene over the past four decades.

A cultural icon, his impact, relevance and popularity with the public, fellow musicians and critics alike remains unabated in his milestone 60th year.

Forest Live is a major outdoor live music series held every summer by Forestry Commission England in seven beautiful forests, including Westonbirt.

Over 1.75 million people have attended a forest gig in the last 18 years. Money raised from ticket sales helps to look after the nation's forests sustainably, for people to enjoy and wildlife to thrive.

Paul Weller made his Forest Live debut in 2004 and has played to sell-out crowds ever since, with his most recent appearances being in 2014.

Commenting on the new dates, Paul said: "The Forest shows are always great gigs for us and it's been a while since I last did them so I'm really looking forward to them next year."