THE Isle of Wight Festival 2017 has been named Music Event of the Year.

The trophy was presented at the Event Production Awards, held at The Novotel London West Hotel last week.

The ceremony celebrated the hard work of key suppliers, contractors, venues and organisers within the outdoor and live events industry.

This year's Isle of Wight Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary and takes place from June 21 to 24 at Seaclose Park, Newport.

Depeche Mode, The Killers, Kasabian, and Liam Gallagher will headline the festival.

The Script, Van Morrison, James Bay, Blossoms,Camila Cabello, Manic Street Preachers, and Nile Rodgers & CHIC will also perform.

More acts will be announced soon.