Description

Available at some of the UK’s most stunning settings including Burghley House, Hatfield House, Blenheim Palace, Highclere Castle and Ragley Hall, this classical Battle Proms British summer concert provides an evening unlike any other. With a delicious food and wine picnic hamper, watch Cavalry and Infantry displays, before a volley of shots from a vintage field gun is followed by a choreographed display from Carolyn Grace in her LF Mark IX Spitfire. The New English Concert Orchestra performs classical pieces, including Beethoven’s Battle Symphony with 193 live cannons and muskets. Celebrations culminate in a flag waving proms finale with Rule Britannia and other favourites led by Channel 4’s winning soprano Denise Leigh, followed by fireworks.

Availability: Saturdays in July and August 2017. MUST be booked at least two weeks before the concert date. Expect to receive an e-ticket confirmation approximately seven days before the concert, which must be presented on the day. Weather: The Spitfire air display takes place subject to weather conditions. The concert will go ahead in inclement weather. Duration: Gates normally open between 4pm and 4.30pm so relax and enjoy traditional fairground stalls, a warm up band and cavalry display. The musical programme starts at 7.30pm and finishes by approximately 10.30pm. Numbers On Day: Share the experience with between 5000 and 10,000 other concert loving individuals. Spectators: This experience is exclusively for paying participants. No pets (with the exception of guide dogs) can be permitted inside the grounds. Dress Code: As it gets noticeably cooler once the sun has dropped, we recommend wrapping up or bringing warm clothing for the evening. No seating is provided so bring a rug or chairs for comfort and why not also prepare a picnic and drinks? Guidelines: Venue address details are e-mailed with the confirmation e-ticket approximately seven days before the concert. Restrictions: No age restrictions apply but those under 16 must be accompanied by a participating adult (18 or over). Other Info: Personal bbq’s and naked flames are not permitted. Free and disabled parking is available. The hamper includes crusty rolls, crisps, olives, hummus and Italian bread sticks, picnic frittata, creamy potato salad, scones, water, wine and more.

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire; Stamford, Lincolnshire; Oxford, Oxfordshire; Newbury, Berkshire; Alcester, Warwickshire;