Boardmasters has announced chart topping dance act Rudimental as its first headline act to perform at the event in 2015.

The group, who have topped the charts with tracks Feel The Love and Waiting All Night, will grace Boardmasters’ main stage against the stunning backdrop of Watergate Bay next summer.

Rudimental said: “We had an amazing time when we played Boardmasters a few years ago! We can’t wait to come back next year and celebrate our second album with everyone.”

Festival director, Andrew Topham, said: “We now couldn’t be more excited about Boardmasters 2015 and announcing Rudimental as our first headliner. Demand is at an all time high, as we fly through tier two tickets, after selling out the Dawn Patrol tickets in record time.

"Rudimental are a fantastic group that will put on a stellar performance. Stay tuned as we will have loads more great names to add to the line-up soon.”

The festival will see Fistral Beach host five-days of thrilling surf competition and from Wednesday, August 5 to Sunday, August 9, fans, friends and family are expected to visit the beach in there thousands in support of local and international surf talent. Competition details to be announced in the New Year.

New for 2015, Boardmasters camping at Watergate Bay has been extended, opening a day early, from Wednesday 5 August. 

Also announced, is the bumper ticket package called the ‘Charger’ ticket. It includes everything from bus pass to parking, VIP camping, Beach Session gigs, After Parties and a Boardmasters t-shirt and tote bag! 

 Those wishing to secure their tickets now can get their hands on Tier 2 tickets for a limited time. Boardmasters operates a tiered ticket system with price bands for tickets changing over time. The sooner you buy, the cheaper it is. Book tickets via the website here.