Bloc Party have announced a headline October 2012 UK tour.

As Bloc Party eagerly gear up to embark on their return to the live stage after a two-year hiatus, they are excited to confirm details of an extended run of shows in the UK.

These performances will be another chance for fans to enjoy material from both their new album ‘FOUR’, alongside those more familiar tracks from the band’s 10 year history.

Support on all dates will come from Theme Park.

The full tour dates are as follows:

October
12th NEWCASTLE, O2 Academy
13th LEEDS, O2 Academy
14th GLASGOW, O2 Academy
15th BIRMINGHAM, O2 Academy
17th SOUTHAMPTON, Guildhall
18th BRISTOL, O2 Academy
19th MANCHESTER, WHP
20th CAMBRIDGE, Corn Exchange

Tickets go on general sale this Friday (22nd June) at 9am.