An X Factor star is set to headline Watford’s Big Summer Sounds on Sunday, May 17.

Rebecca Ferguson, who has released her third album, a remake of Billie Holiday’s Lady Sings The Blues, will perform at the one-day jazz and folk music event which runs from 1pm to 9.30pm in The Parade by the pond.

Watford Borough Council's head of culture and play Gary Oliver said: "We’re delighted that such a massive talent like Rebecca Ferguson is coming to Watford to kick off our new Big Events.

"It’s wonderful that residents can see such a huge performer for free in the heart of their town. Big Summer Sounds brings together local and national talent and is a fantastic celebration of our commitment to culture and the arts."

Big Summer Sounds is part of the Watford Big Event series, a programme of cultural events provided by Watford Borough Council and Watford Palace Theatre. More information can be found at: www.watfordbigevents.co.uk.