Forwards 2023: 13 amazing photos from day two of the Bristol festival

Thousands of music lovers attended the two-day festival on The Downs

The Forwards festival made a triumphant return on Friday and Saturday, with thousands of music lovers enjoying a jam-packed line-up of acts.

After memorable performances from the likes of Erykah Badu and Raye on Friday, it was the turn of Primal Scream, Aphex Twin and Arlo Parks to finish the Saturday evening session off in style.

Other notable sets from Amyl and the Sniffers, Katy J Pearson and Nigerian singer Obongjayar drew huge crowds to the stage on The Downs, as did the speakers appearing at the Conversation Stage.

Here are 13 photos of day two of Forwards 2023 - a fantastic event to round off the festival season in Bristol.

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