Coldplay has donated to a charity to allow young musicians to use a professional music studio.

A competition giving musicians the chance to play a slot at the world-famous festival is now open.

Teams will compete for prizes by running between venues and sampling low and no-alcohol drinks.

The rock legend will now headline despite initially criticising what he called "corporate control".

Organisers say successful 2023 and 2024 events helped "rebuild vital financial reserves" following Covid.

The rock star says the festival, which is partnered with the BBC, is "now under corporate control".

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The band has donated £14,000 so young people can experience a professional recording studio.