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One of our favourite things at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival is the incredible free "around town" events that take place across various venues in the town. This dynamic programme showcases an exciting mix of performances, from intimate pop-up shows in pubs and bars to vibrant acts in unexpected spaces around town. With 70+ artists, it’s your chance to discover fresh talent, support emerging artists and maybe even catch a future headliner. The venues include The Free Stage on the festival site, Bottle of Sauce, Smokey Joes, The Queens, Hotel du Vin, The Tavern, The Brewery Quarter, John Lewis, and the Imperial Garden Bar. For the full day-to-day line-ups, visit www.cheltenhamfestivals.org/our-projects/around-town/cheltenham-jazz-festival-around-town 
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After a sell-out first Cabaret of Curiosities last week, multi-award-winning comedian, and Cheltenham resident, Dom Joly has added some new dates at The Steam and Whistle Pub in Cheltenham The next dates are: Thursday 1st May Thursday 5th June Thursday 3rd July The 230 deep crowd enjoyed a performance from the "You're Gorgeous" famed 90s rockers Babybird and the brilliantly funny French comedian Marcel Lucont. The Speakeazy is recorded for a podcast, with a mission to not only shine a light of local talent but invite bands he loves to do unplugged sets as well as a series of top mystery guests that, with the help of the audience, he will interview on stage. You can find all the information and ticket links HERE and photos from the first show below.  
  Multi-award-winning comedian, and Cheltenham resident, Dom Joly has created an awesome new night in town. Dom’s first Cabaret of Curiosities will take place aton Thursday 3rd April at The Steam and Whistle Pub (opposite Chetenham Spa railway station) and have a late-night chat show vibe with guests, music & comedy. Dom wants to provide a unique, off-beat experience. The idea is to have an evening that incorporates all of Joly’s interests- music, comedy, a bit of culture and a smattering of current affairs. It aims to be a monthly affair, taking place on the first Thursday of every month, and the evenings will be recorded for a podcast of the same name which he promises that it will not be your usual podcast. Joly wants to not only shine a light of local talent in his curiosity show, he has persuaded bands he loves to do unplugged sets and promises a series of top mystery guests that, with the help of the audience, he will interview on stage. These could be musicians, comedians, writers, politicians…anybody who Dom feels might be interesting and are foolish enough to accept his invitation. 2025 is already a huge year with the 25th anniversary of global smash hit Trigger Happy TV, and a tour being announced this week. You can find all the information of the Speakeazy HERE.  Tickets for Gloucester Hartpury's Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) semi-final vs Bristol Bears are now on sale! The two-time defending champions will play in their third consecutive semi-final on Sunday 2nd March, when West Country Rivals, Bristol Bears, come to Queensholm. General admission adult tickets are available for just £20 for seating & £15 for standing, whilst juniors can gain entry for just £10 anywhere in the Stadium for the highly anticipated semi-final fixture. With a bumper crowd expected at the iconic ground, be quick to secure your place now and click here to get your tickets. In other news, Gloucester Hartpury can confirm that Maud Muir has signed a new contract with the Club and has committed her future to The Circus. At just 23, the Red Rose front rower has already made 33 appearances for Gloucester Hartpury and has put pen to paper on a new deal to extend her time with the defending champions. For all information regarding the Gloucester Hartpury v Bristol Bears fixture, please visit www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk.  Lulu, Tom Walker, Corinne Bailey Rae, Lisa Stansfield, David Gray, Roger Daltrey, Curtis Stigers, Macy Gray and Katie Melua are just a few of the names that will descend on Cheltenham Jazz Festival that takes place in the town from Wednesday 30 April – Monday 5 May 2025. Since launching in 1996, Cheltenham Jazz Festival has built a reputation for hosting world class acts spanning jazz, blues, pop, soul and beyond, and will this year present globally celebrated performers. Taking place in the Festival Village in the town’s central Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2025 presents an array of special one-off performances, free events, group workshops, family-orientated shows, late-night jams and more. The Festival is also set to pop-up across the town, incorporating several additional venues including Cheltenham Town Hall, Parabola Arts Centre, Dunkerton's and late-night jazz jams held at Hotel Du Vin. Marking a special milestone as part of Cheltenham Festivals’ 80th anniversary – the charity behind four world renowned Jazz, Literature, Music and Science Festivals and talent and outreach programmes – the Jazz Festival will run across six days with a programme that once again reflects the far-reaching jazz landscape, offering music from a broad spectrum of styles and celebrating sounds from all corners of the globe. You can find all information here - www.cheltenhamfestivals.org  The Big Feastival have today announce their line-up for this year's festival in August. Travis, Nelly Futado, The Wombats, Faithless, Tom Walker and Sophie Ellis-Bextor will all play across the Bank Holiday weekend at Alex James' Farm in Kingham. The Pigeon Detectives, Rizzle Kicks, Maximo Park and Scouting For Girls will also be playing. The festival takes place from the 22nd-24th August 2025. For the full line up, visit bigfeastival.com  With the Cheltenham Festival just weeks away, Festival Trials on Saturday 25th January is the last chance to catch racing at Cheltenham before the magical four days in March. With a now seven-race card, where every race is a trial for a race at the Cheltenham Festival, it doesn’t get much more exciting, unless it is the Festival itself. The excitement isn’t restricted to the track, with fantastic live performances from The Afterparty and The Cinelli Brothers post racing and the return of the Race. Ride. Cheltenham VR equiciser experience; it is a seamless prelude to the Cheltenham Festival. Last year, Sir Gino put in a massive performance winning the Grade 2 JCB Triumph Hurdle trial, for Nicky Henderson, James Bowen and Mrs J Donnelly. He showed a spine-tingling turn of foot winning by an impressive 10 lengths and is favourite for the Arkle after outclassing Ballyburn at Kempton over Christmas. For us, Festival Trials is one of the best days of the year at Cheltenham with top quality racing and off course entertainment. Click here for all tickets and further info  The entries for the 2025 Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup have been announced and include just five horses from UK based yards. Dual winner Galopin Des Champs is one of five Willie Mullins-trained horses entered into the race that takes place at Prestbury Park on Friday 15th March. The entered horses are: Ahoy Senor Banbridge Conflated Corbetts Cross Embassy Gardens Fact To File Galopin Des Champs Gentlemansgame Gerri Colombe Grangeclare West Grey Dawning Hewick Il Est Francais Jungle Boogie L’Homme Presse Minella Cocooner Monty’s Star Royale Pagaille The Real Whacker You can buy Cheltenham festival tickets here.  Former Gloucester Rugby, Wales & British & Irish Lions back, James Hook. will return to Kingsholm at for this week's European Rugby Challenge Cup clash, under the lights against Welsh side, Scarlets. The fan-favourite fly-half will be participating in an exclusive Q&A in the Captain's Lounge with his former teammate, Mark 'Aki' Atkinson, before the big fixture on Friday 10 January. Hook made 78 appearances for the Cherry & Whites between 2014 and 2017. He also represented Ospreys in Wales and Perpignan in France. A versatile player, he won 81 caps for Wales and toured South Africa with the British & Irish Lions in 2009. Book your place in the iconic Captain's Lounge now for a pre-match meal and complimentary bar until kick-off, in addition to hearing from the former Cherry & White. Places are limited, click here to book your spot now.   Regardless of how you celebrated New Year’s Eve, there is no better way to jump into 2025 than racing on New Year’s Day at Cheltenham. Thrilling and high-quality racing action, that is sure to provide Cheltenham Festival insight, fresh air, and amazing free family entertainment. There are seven highly-competitive races on the day with Graded and Listed contests, the racing action will blow away those New Year’s Eve cobwebs. Can you afford to miss out on racing at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day? There is lots of entertainment to enjoy throughout the day for all ages. There is an abundance of live music. Step into the heart of the action at The Guinness Village, to feel the infectious energy of The Mark Walby. As a fantastic day of racing draws to a close, their greatest hits post-racing set promises the perfect way to kick start the new year. If dancing along to feel-good favourites sounds like your cup of tea, head to Tattersalls Sales Arena to see Richard James in between races and for a roof raising post-racing set. Quevega's Bar will play host to Luke Gittins and Ash Smith throughout the afternoon and post racing, its the perfect place to catch up with friends and soak up the good times. For those looking to raise a glass to the start of a new year and a great day's racing, The Champagne Bar offers the perfect backdrop of smooth sax from Benjamin Martin throughout the day. Before racing, you can join Martin Kelly and Aly Vance at 11.35am in the winners’ enclosure for the highly anticipated Preview Show. They will be speaking to racing greats and special guests, previewing the afternoon’s racing, providing exclusive information; insight, entertainment and hopefully some winners! And if you have children to entertain, then the Junior Jumpers Family Fun Zone is just for you, and includes Phil The Elf one-man pantomime, Bluey and Bingo meet and greet at intervals throughout the day, arts and crafts, inflatables + lots more! Under 18s race for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult, please apply for your child's free ticket online. You can get your tickets HERE.    Wychwood Festival announced more bands that will join them in 2025. Shed Seven, Doves, The Lottery Winners, Scouting For Girls, The Magic Numbers and The Zutons are just a few of the bands that will be playing across the weekend on 30th May - 1st June 2025 at Cheltenham Racecourse. The three-day festival has won numerous awards for being the best Family Festival in the UK, and next year looks like it will be the best yet. Day and Weekend tickets are on sale now. wychwoodfestival.com  PHOTO COURTESY OF WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL Get your Christmas celebrations off to a perfect start at Cheltenham Racecourse for a weekend of top-quality racing on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December. With the festive season about to enter the home straight, The Christmas Meeting brings joy and excitement for all, this two-day meeting is a highlight of the Christmas racing calendar and kick starts the festive sporting season. The Friday boasts a fantastic festive atmosphere with lots of racegoers celebrating their work Christmas parties by enjoying the fantastic racing and superb entertainment. Last year saw Dysart Enos give local trainer Fergal O’Brien some extra Christmas cheer, when she thundered up the hill and hit the finish line in front and Ginny’s Destiny following up on his win at the November Meeting when beating Grey Dawning. Saturday is a Christmas Extravaganza themed family fun with a Santa's Grotto and superb racing action. Embrace and enjoy the Christmas buzz, with Grade 2 action on the track, providing those all-important Cheltenham Festival clues and an abundance of festive treats – it is the ultimate Christmas sporting day out. With Grade 2 and 3 racing action, including some highly competitive Cheltenham Festival trials, including the JCB Triumph Hurdle trial and the Albert Bartlett Novices Hurdle trial, it is a key race meeting for Cheltenham Festival clues. The December Gold Cup went the way of local trainer Richard Hobson and his charge Fugitif in a nail-biting finish under jockey Gavin Sheehan. Off the track, join Richard James as he returns to Quevega's for an afternoon of feel good favourites and Christmas classics; and experience the magic of the Got2Sing Choir and Hornbrokers brass trio around The Plaza's Christmas Tree. For the younger racegoers, you can make their day at Cheltenham extra special with a magical Christmas pony ride, a visit to Father Christmas in his Grotto and getting stuck into his fun elves' workshop activities! Under 18’s race free, apply for your free children's ticket online. Tickets and further info here - www.thejockeyclub.co.uk 
 While it's cold, wet and miserable outside, you'd be forgiven to be dreaming of singing, drinking and soaking up sunshine next summer. And looking at all of the music announcements coming through, summer 2025 is going to absolutely awesome! FOREST LIVELet's start with Forest Live at Westonbirt Arboretum which boasts six nights of great music from 17th - 22nd June 2025. If you've never been to Forest Live, it's a wonderful concert experience taking place in beautiful natural woodland arenas every summer, with a relaxed atmosphere. 17th June: Snow Patrol 18th June: Sting 19th June: Elbow (+ The Coral and Billie Marten) 20th June: Paul Heaton and special guest singer Rianne Downey ( + Billy Bragg) 21st June: McFly (+ Twin Atlantic and Devon) 22nd June: The Script (+ Tom Walker) www.forestlive.com
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After lots of sunshine, thrilling racing and record crowds at The Showcase Meeting, all eyes are now on The November Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse from Friday 15th - Sunday 17th November.
The action-packed three days kick off in style with the wonderful Countryside Day. If you're If you're passionate about racing and the countryside, this day is definitely for you with a Beagle Parade, Misslechalke Gundog Display and Fly Fishing Demonstration all on show before racing gets underway.
The showpiece on Saturday is the brilliant Paddy Power Gold Cup where the atmosphere is the best outside of the festival. Local trainers have a good record in the big race and no doubt they will be there trying to win it again!
There is live music to enjoy throughout the day and after the last race all over the racecourse, including the Guinness Village, Quevega Bar, Centaur and Champagne Bar.
Sunday is all about family entertainment and equally strong racing.
In the Family Fun Zone, you will find an action-packed day of face painting, stage shows, walking pet balloons and more. Meet Peppa Pig to celebrate her 20 year anniversary and dance away the final hour of the day with Klub Kidz, as well as the brilliant, new Jockey Gym and a chance to meet Freddie the cheeky pony.
On the track, the Shloer Chase and Greatwood Hurdle take centre stage to cap off a fantastic weekend of racing.
Don't forget that under 18s go FREE!
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The action-packed three days kick off in style with the wonderful Countryside Day. If you're If you're passionate about racing and the countryside, this day is definitely for you with a Beagle Parade, Misslechalke Gundog Display and Fly Fishing Demonstration all on show before racing gets underway.
The showpiece on Saturday is the brilliant Paddy Power Gold Cup where the atmosphere is the best outside of the festival. Local trainers have a good record in the big race and no doubt they will be there trying to win it again!
There is live music to enjoy throughout the day and after the last race all over the racecourse, including the Guinness Village, Quevega Bar, Centaur and Champagne Bar.
Sunday is all about family entertainment and equally strong racing.
In the Family Fun Zone, you will find an action-packed day of face painting, stage shows, walking pet balloons and more. Meet Peppa Pig to celebrate her 20 year anniversary and dance away the final hour of the day with Klub Kidz, as well as the brilliant, new Jockey Gym and a chance to meet Freddie the cheeky pony.
On the track, the Shloer Chase and Greatwood Hurdle take centre stage to cap off a fantastic weekend of racing.
Don't forget that under 18s go FREE!
BUY TICKETS
Richard Ashcroft is announced as the first headliner for next summer’s Nocturne Live concert series, which returns to the 10,000-capacity UNESCO World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire from June 18th - 22nd 2025.
Ashcroft will headline on Thursday June 19th 2025 with support from Lightning Seeds and The Zutons.
As the mercurial frontman of ‘90s rock band The Verve, Ashcroft carved a reputation as one of his generation’s most iconic performers. The group’s breakthrough album Urban Hymns, which spawned hit singles Bitter Sweet Symphony, Lucky Man, and The Drugs Don’t Work, became one of the defining releases of the ‘90s and remains one of the best-selling albums in UK history.
Since The Verve disbanded in 1999, Ashcroft has enjoyed a thriving solo career with the release of seven UK Top Five albums and a string of hit singles including A Song For The Lovers from 2000’s Alone With Everybody, and Break The Night With Colour from 2006’s Keys To The World. Ashcroft has received Ivor Novello Awards for Songwriter of the Year and Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
Ashcroft will headline on Thursday June 19th 2025 with support from Lightning Seeds and The Zutons.
As the mercurial frontman of ‘90s rock band The Verve, Ashcroft carved a reputation as one of his generation’s most iconic performers. The group’s breakthrough album Urban Hymns, which spawned hit singles Bitter Sweet Symphony, Lucky Man, and The Drugs Don’t Work, became one of the defining releases of the ‘90s and remains one of the best-selling albums in UK history.
Since The Verve disbanded in 1999, Ashcroft has enjoyed a thriving solo career with the release of seven UK Top Five albums and a string of hit singles including A Song For The Lovers from 2000’s Alone With Everybody, and Break The Night With Colour from 2006’s Keys To The World. Ashcroft has received Ivor Novello Awards for Songwriter of the Year and Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
Support for Richard Ashcroft at Blenheim Palace comes from Lightning Seeds and The Zutons. With lead singer and songwriter Ian Broudie at the helm, Lightning Seeds became one of the most successful acts of the ‘90s thanks to hits including The Life of Riley, Pure, Lucky You and their enduring 1996 smash Three Lions. They perform at Blenheim Palace in celebration of their 35th anniversary. The Zutons are a multi-platinum-selling Liverpool band famed for their smash hit singles Why Won’t You Give Me Your Love? and Valerie - a huge international hit which reached even greater heights when covered by Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse. The band recently released The Big Decider, their first new album in 16 years which was produced by Nile Rodgers and the band’s original producer Ian Broudie, and charted in the UK Top 10.
Nocturne Live transforms Blenheim Palace’s Great Court into a spectacular 10,000-capacity open-air concert venue and since its inception in 2015 has gone on to become one of the UK’s most popular stately home concert experiences. Over the years the series has presented shows from a host of huge international stars including the likes of Lionel Ritchie, Elton John, Kylie Minogue, Nile Rodgers, Lauryn Hill, Noel Gallagher, Gregory Porter, Van Morrison, Tears for Fears, Gladys Knight, Elvis Costello, Simple Minds and Ennio Morricone amongst many others.
Nocturne Live 2025 runs from Wednesday June 18th - Sunday June 22nd.
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Nocturne Live transforms Blenheim Palace’s Great Court into a spectacular 10,000-capacity open-air concert venue and since its inception in 2015 has gone on to become one of the UK’s most popular stately home concert experiences. Over the years the series has presented shows from a host of huge international stars including the likes of Lionel Ritchie, Elton John, Kylie Minogue, Nile Rodgers, Lauryn Hill, Noel Gallagher, Gregory Porter, Van Morrison, Tears for Fears, Gladys Knight, Elvis Costello, Simple Minds and Ennio Morricone amongst many others.
Nocturne Live 2025 runs from Wednesday June 18th - Sunday June 22nd.
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After the incredible three days across the August bank holiday weekend, camping and weekend tickets for Big Feastival 2025 are now available.
This year, the festival welcomed a record-breaking sell-out crowd on the farm, with spectacular headlining performances from Becky Hill, Ministry of Sound Classical, and Snow Patrol. The lineup also featured the awesome Scouting For Girls, Natasha Bedingfield, Ash, Johnny Marr, Cat Burns, Kate Nash, and more. Culinary stars like Andi & Miquita Oliver and Simon Rogan led a fantastic array of chefs whilst the nation’s best street food vendors offered a diverse selection of delicious dishes throughout the weekend.
Weekend and camping tickets for Big Feastival 2025 are now available, as well as the highly coveted campervan pitches. Stay tuned for day passes and the 2025 line-up.
The August bank holiday wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the farm!
You can find all the info here - thebigfeastival.com/tickets
This year, the festival welcomed a record-breaking sell-out crowd on the farm, with spectacular headlining performances from Becky Hill, Ministry of Sound Classical, and Snow Patrol. The lineup also featured the awesome Scouting For Girls, Natasha Bedingfield, Ash, Johnny Marr, Cat Burns, Kate Nash, and more. Culinary stars like Andi & Miquita Oliver and Simon Rogan led a fantastic array of chefs whilst the nation’s best street food vendors offered a diverse selection of delicious dishes throughout the weekend.
Weekend and camping tickets for Big Feastival 2025 are now available, as well as the highly coveted campervan pitches. Stay tuned for day passes and the 2025 line-up.
The August bank holiday wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the farm!
You can find all the info here - thebigfeastival.com/tickets
Tickets for the Cheltenham Literature Festival go on sale this week with an incredible line-up coming to town from the 4th - 13th October, 2024.
The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2024 celebrates its 75th anniversary this year and boasts a jam-packed programme of 400+ events over the 10 days.
The Festival returns with the best new voices in fiction and poetry alongside literary greats, political debates fresh from the party conference season, a vibrant family and schools programme, and performances and literary happenings scattered across the town.
The line-up includes Dame Judi Dench, Michael Palin, Miriam Margolyes, Richard Osman, Richard Ayoade, Fearne Cotton, Sir Trevor McDonald and many, many more!
As well as the usual venues around the town, there are some new locations this year, including The Snug and The Hush, where visitors can join book clubs, be immersed in crafts, join in with lively post-event debates or rest and contemplate new thoughts or ideas. There is also a series of events and unique dining experiences hosted at The Nook on Five, Cheltenham’s spectacular rooftop restaurant; and Dunkertons Taproom will host street food vendors, vibrant discussion, lively quizzes and captivating cabaret.
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday 5th September.
You can find the full programme at cheltenhamfestivals.org/literature
The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2024 celebrates its 75th anniversary this year and boasts a jam-packed programme of 400+ events over the 10 days.
The Festival returns with the best new voices in fiction and poetry alongside literary greats, political debates fresh from the party conference season, a vibrant family and schools programme, and performances and literary happenings scattered across the town.
The line-up includes Dame Judi Dench, Michael Palin, Miriam Margolyes, Richard Osman, Richard Ayoade, Fearne Cotton, Sir Trevor McDonald and many, many more!
As well as the usual venues around the town, there are some new locations this year, including The Snug and The Hush, where visitors can join book clubs, be immersed in crafts, join in with lively post-event debates or rest and contemplate new thoughts or ideas. There is also a series of events and unique dining experiences hosted at The Nook on Five, Cheltenham’s spectacular rooftop restaurant; and Dunkertons Taproom will host street food vendors, vibrant discussion, lively quizzes and captivating cabaret.
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday 5th September.
You can find the full programme at cheltenhamfestivals.org/literature
August Bank Holiday is a little over a week away which means that The Big Feastival is just around the corner.
We all know how good the music is all weekend with the likes of Snow Patrol, Becky Hill, CMAT, Scouting For Girls and Natasha Bedingfield all performing, but the Street Food on show is just as big.
From incredible fried chicken, burgers, steak, noodles, wings and everything else you can think of, the food on offer is arguably the best at any festival in the UK.
So, with that said, here are the 10 we think you should try over the Feastival weekend.
Baba Side Fried
When it comes to collaborations, this is one of the biggest. Baba G and Other Side Fried are teaming up for the first time to bring some epic food to The Big Feastival.
Think fried chicken, keema lamb and lots more wrapped in naan bread, covered in sauce!
We all know how good the music is all weekend with the likes of Snow Patrol, Becky Hill, CMAT, Scouting For Girls and Natasha Bedingfield all performing, but the Street Food on show is just as big.
From incredible fried chicken, burgers, steak, noodles, wings and everything else you can think of, the food on offer is arguably the best at any festival in the UK.
So, with that said, here are the 10 we think you should try over the Feastival weekend.
Baba Side Fried
When it comes to collaborations, this is one of the biggest. Baba G and Other Side Fried are teaming up for the first time to bring some epic food to The Big Feastival.
Think fried chicken, keema lamb and lots more wrapped in naan bread, covered in sauce!
Black Bear Burgers
This London crew are finally making their Feastival debut in 2024 and will be bringing their incredible burgers, sides and sauces for three days in the Cotswolds.
Sen Noods
If you love a bowl of noodle soup, you will absolutely love these guys who are bringing the flavours of East Asian to Feastival once again in 2024.
Poor Boys
As firm Feastival favourites, Poor Boys are a staple of the weekend.
Their food pays homage to the Famous New Orleans Po Boy sandwich and the Shrimp and Buttermilk Chicken is a must if you're going this year.
Sireli
If you've never tasted Armenian inspired food, then make sure you head to Sireli over the weekend for their incredible flatbreads.
Temper
Renowned for their open fire pits, Temper is the place to go for your smoked meat and BBQ fix at the Big Feastval this year. They will be located in The Smokery.
Wholesome Junkies
If meat isn't your thing, then Wholesome Junkies will definitely satisfy your cravings. This vegan street food haven is bringing mouthwatering, 100% plant-based junk food that’s big on flavour to Feastival '24
Ginger Wings
Founded by Jack Blumenthal and Leigh Jones in 2022, Ginger Wings has quickly risen to become one of the talk of their hometown of Marlow and will be bring their multi award-winning wings, strips, burgers and sides to Alex James' Farm this year.
We Are Melt
A cheese toastie might not be your first choice of festival food, but then you probably haven't tried We Are Melt.
With their artisan bread, tasty dips and fillings like fried chicken, bbq brisket and nduja these toasties are truly incredible and a great way to start the day if you're camping for the weekend.
Bab Haus
Last, but by no means least, the brilliant Bab Haus will be serving up their signature Birria Quesa Tacos, alongside Chipotle and maple BBQ pork belly, peanut salsa macha tacos on the BBQ, smoked sweet potato tostadas on the grill and their incredible loaded "Haus" nachos.
The Big Feastival takes place on Alex James' Farm in Kingham from Friday 23 - Sunday 25 August 2024.
There are literally just a few tickets remaining for Friday and Saturday!
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The fixtures have been released for the 2024/25 season at Cheltenham Racecourse.
It all begins with The Showcase on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October, before The November Meeting (Friday 15th - Sunday 17th November) takes centre stage.
The Christmas Meeting (Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December) will be the last meeting of 2014 with New Year's Day being the best way to see in 2025.
Festival Trials takes place on Saturday 25th January and is the las meeting before the massive four days in March.
The Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday 11th - Friday 14th March) will showcase four breath taking days. 28 races, including 14 Grade 1 races, unrelenting prestige, competition and, of course, unmissable action.
You can find all the fixtures, info and best priced tickets HERE.
It all begins with The Showcase on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October, before The November Meeting (Friday 15th - Sunday 17th November) takes centre stage.
The Christmas Meeting (Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December) will be the last meeting of 2014 with New Year's Day being the best way to see in 2025.
Festival Trials takes place on Saturday 25th January and is the las meeting before the massive four days in March.
The Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday 11th - Friday 14th March) will showcase four breath taking days. 28 races, including 14 Grade 1 races, unrelenting prestige, competition and, of course, unmissable action.
You can find all the fixtures, info and best priced tickets HERE.
The end of the summer looks set to be a winner as tickets go on-sale for the 2024 Cornbury House Horse Trials, which will take place from 11 –15 September in the heart of the Cotswolds at one of the most prestigious estates, Cornbury House, located in Charlbury, Oxfordshire.
The five-day international event, which is now in its fifth year is the ideal setting to watch some of the finest young horses and riders in the country competing in dressage, cross-country and showjumping. Away from the world-class competition, this unique event is not just for any horse enthusiast but food lovers and families of all ages, with the five days also offering local produce and brilliant entertainment.
A celebration of local food and drink with a new ‘From the Farm’ offering, as the estate brings together the best of the locals with Cornbury Farm, Bruern Farm, Honeydale Farm all featuring the best of their produce to offer our visitors.
The five-day international event, which is now in its fifth year is the ideal setting to watch some of the finest young horses and riders in the country competing in dressage, cross-country and showjumping. Away from the world-class competition, this unique event is not just for any horse enthusiast but food lovers and families of all ages, with the five days also offering local produce and brilliant entertainment.
A celebration of local food and drink with a new ‘From the Farm’ offering, as the estate brings together the best of the locals with Cornbury Farm, Bruern Farm, Honeydale Farm all featuring the best of their produce to offer our visitors.
David Howden, Cornbury House Horse Trials Founder and President said: “There is so much planned for Cornbury House Horse Trials this year, which my wife, Fiona and I are very excited to announce. I’ve no secret of the fact that I am passionate about supporting the best British-based talent, and that we are utterly committed to helping the stars of our sport – present and future – to reach their goals. We are delighted to be once again hosting the prestigious British Eventing Young Horse Championships.
“This year we are really hoping to put Cornbury House Horse Trial on the map with lots planned to attract more visitors. Alongside the superb competition a big focus will be on offering exceptional and local food and drink for everyone.
“We are particularly excited about our ongoing partnership with The Bull in local Charlbury who will be delivering the food offering in our VIP hospitality marquee across the week. Last year the team from The Bull produced pure food theatre which also featured our own Cornbury Longhorn Beef.
“I can promise our visitors that this year not only will they be immersed in the very best of British Eventing - all the British Olympic riders and many of the international riders will be there - but also a fabulous day out in a beautiful Cotswold setting.”
Laura Collett, winner of the Leading Rider prize at Cornbury in 2023 and an Olympic team gold medal winner for Britain, said: “Cornbury has raised the bar each year as far as what is on offer for spectators, riders and owners! It’s a fantastic event that provides spectacular hospitality for owners and spectators alongside hosting a brilliant competition.”
Cornbury House are proud to be partnering with Pol Roger who celebrate their 175th anniversary this year along with Pragnell, Volare Aviation and Fortnum & Mason to help execute this wonderful event.
Tickets are on sale now via www.cornburyhousehorsetrials.co.uk
“This year we are really hoping to put Cornbury House Horse Trial on the map with lots planned to attract more visitors. Alongside the superb competition a big focus will be on offering exceptional and local food and drink for everyone.
“We are particularly excited about our ongoing partnership with The Bull in local Charlbury who will be delivering the food offering in our VIP hospitality marquee across the week. Last year the team from The Bull produced pure food theatre which also featured our own Cornbury Longhorn Beef.
“I can promise our visitors that this year not only will they be immersed in the very best of British Eventing - all the British Olympic riders and many of the international riders will be there - but also a fabulous day out in a beautiful Cotswold setting.”
Laura Collett, winner of the Leading Rider prize at Cornbury in 2023 and an Olympic team gold medal winner for Britain, said: “Cornbury has raised the bar each year as far as what is on offer for spectators, riders and owners! It’s a fantastic event that provides spectacular hospitality for owners and spectators alongside hosting a brilliant competition.”
Cornbury House are proud to be partnering with Pol Roger who celebrate their 175th anniversary this year along with Pragnell, Volare Aviation and Fortnum & Mason to help execute this wonderful event.
Tickets are on sale now via www.cornburyhousehorsetrials.co.uk
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