THOUSANDS of revellers have began descending on the town ahead of its iconic festival this weekend.

Scores of festival-goers, kitted out in wellington boots and waterproofed jackets, are preparing for an action-packed three days alongside the likes of Muse, Eminem and Kasabian.

And stunning aerial images show the colourful array of tents and stands as people began pitching up their homes for the coming days.

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