TICKETS have gone on sale for the Ealing Comedy Festival via the Ealing Summer Festivals’ dedicated website, www.ealingsummer.com

With David Baddiel headlining the open night gala, this year’s festival in Walpole Park has more than 20 of the country’s top comedians.

Running over five nights (July 11 and 12), it features performances from Milton Jones, Nick Helm, currently starring in BBC3’s Uncle, Rich Hall and Paul Chaudhry.

Festival favourites Stephen K Amos and Paul Tonkinson will also be keeping the crowds on their toes.

The festival takes place in the big top tent in Walpole Park, Mattock Lane, Ealing. It will open at 6.30pm each night, with shows running from 7.45-10.30pm.

Tickets are £19 per person, per show (plus online or phone booking fees). The festival is suitable for people aged 18 and over, but young people aged 15-17 can attend if they are with an adult.

Go to www.ealingsummer.com for performer profiles, venue information, news updates and the full line-up.