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Brook Street, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
HP11 2EQ Wycombe District
What's on in the local area
The following events are taking place within 10 miles of HP11 2EQ:
Annual Festivals & Events
Stowe House Summer Music Festival
Annually, during June
Location: Buckinghamshire
A classical music festival held in the stunning surroundings of Stowe House, featuring performances by world-renowned musicians.
Penn Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Buckinghamshire
A family-friendly music festival featuring top rock and indie bands, set in the picturesque Chiltern Hills.
Thame Food Festival
Annually, during September
Location: Buckinghamshire
A celebration of local food and drink, with cooking demonstrations, stalls, and workshops in the historic town of Thame.
Bucks County Show
Annually, during August
Location: Buckinghamshire
A traditional agricultural show featuring livestock, equestrian competitions, rural crafts, and food stalls.
Amersham Heritage Day
Annually, during September
Location: Buckinghamshire
A family-friendly event celebrating the rich history of Amersham, with historical re-enactments, vintage stalls, and entertainment.
Stowe House Summer Music Festival
Annually, during June
Location: Buckinghamshire
A classical music festival held in the stunning surroundings of Stowe House, featuring performances by world-renowned musicians.
Penn Festival
Annually, during July
Location: Buckinghamshire
A family-friendly music festival featuring top rock and indie bands, set in the picturesque Chiltern Hills.
Thame Food Festival
Annually, during September
Location: Buckinghamshire
A celebration of local food and drink, with cooking demonstrations, stalls, and workshops in the historic town of Thame.
Bucks County Show
Annually, during August
Location: Buckinghamshire
A traditional agricultural show featuring livestock, equestrian competitions, rural crafts, and food stalls.
Amersham Heritage Day
Annually, during September
Location: Buckinghamshire
A family-friendly event celebrating the rich history of Amersham, with historical re-enactments, vintage stalls, and entertainment.
Other Events"
A Night at the Musicals with West End Star
May 20
The Ivy Marlow Garden,, Marlow
.
Prepare for an extraordinary evening of culinary and musical delight as renowned West End performer Luke McCall takes centre stage at The Ivy Marlow Garden.
A Ripper of an Evening! Maidenhead Concert Band
May 20
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Maidenhead Concert Band.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we pay tribute to Peter Ripper and his daughter Carrie Rogers who created Maidenhead Concert Band over 25 years ago.
Capturing Culture Photography Exhibition
May 21
Bray House, , Maidenhead
The concept of culture is closely linked with identity, and for populations around the world it is culture that helps to define them and give them a sense of belonging.
This exhibition features images that depict these specific differences and peculiarities.
Live music tribute to George Harrison
May 22
Watersmeet,, Rickmansworth
.
Not to be missed!
Here comes the perfect tribute to a Beatles legend!
A musical icon who was part of arguably the biggest band of all time will be honoured and remembered with a special show taking place at The Watersmeet Theatre Theatre, Rickmansworth, on Thursday 22 May 2025
Alongside John Lennon, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, Harrison helped the band become the best-selling music act of all time with 600 million units shifted worldwide.
Chesham Fringe Festival
May 23
Chesham High Street, Chesham
.
CHESHAM FRINGE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MAY BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR A JOY-FILLED CELEBRATION OF ARTS and COMMUNITY
Live Music, Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy, Family Shows, Spoken Word and Free Fringe Events Across Chesham
Chesham, Buckinghamshire - The Chesham Fringe Festival is back and bigger than ever, taking over the town from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 May 2025 with a packed programme of live performance, local talent, and community creativity.
The Simon Spillett Quartet
May 23
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Over his twenty five year career Simon Spillett has worn almost as many hats as it's possible to wear within jazz; multi-award-winning instrumentalist (BBC Jazz Awards, British Jazz Awards, Jazz Journal's Album of The Year), quartet and big band leader, recording artist, author, historian, record producer, archivist, magazine columnist and latterly blogger.
However, for all these varied skills he identifies most strongly as a powerfully swinging, straight ahead tenor saxophonist, one capable of taking the audiences who hear him on a roller coaster ride encompassing everything from energetic bebop to heartfelt balladry.
Tomorrow Bird
May 24
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Multi Award-Winning Folk-Americana Duo.
Think The Civil Wars meets Simon and Garfunkel! Their heartfelt songs, stunning vocals, and soul-stirring harmonies have transfixed audiences and propelled their last album What Comes Next to the top of the Amazon folk chart.
Wendover Arts Festival
May 24
St Marys Church, Wendover
Local artists will be exhibiting a huge range of work including paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, glass and pottery for you to enjoy and buy.
In addition to viewing art in a variety of mediums by over 60 artists, we have a raffle with great prizes and an amazing selection of delicious cakes, lunches, wine, pimms and refreshments.
The Great Big Dinosaur Show
May 28
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Which dinosaur had teeth as big as a banana? Which dinosaur weighed the same as 10,000 cats? And what could a chicken possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?!
Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs about all your favourite prehistoric protagonists (and some you haven’t heard of yet!). Come and get your groove on to some Jurassic Classics!
The show is inspired by Simon Mole’s 4th book; A First Book of Dinosaurs, illustrated by Matt Hunt, published by Walker Books in September 2023.
Gasper Nali
May 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Gasper Nali is a not-so-traditional babatoni player from the small town of Nkhata Bay on the shores of Lake Malawi.
The babatoni is an African one string homemade three meter long bass guitar, and with a stick and an empty beer bottle, together with a cow skin kick drum and catchy melodies, he creates the most amazing and danceable original Afro Beats possible!
Gasper’s unique style of Kwela music has received an extraordinary amount of online attention after a video of him playing by the lake shore went viral with over 20 million views.
You Choose
May 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
You Choose – Every show is unique!
Based on the brilliant book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, Nonsense Room Productions (Shark in the Park and Hairy Maclary Shows) bring you an interactive musical show for all the family. But in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens!
Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time!
'It’s all as entertainingly random as the book, particularly for those younger people in attendance.
The JJ Cale Story
May 31
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Now in their third year. Playing all his classic hits from Magnolia, After Midnight, Cocaine and many more which established JJ Cale's reputation as the master of laid back rhythm and blues.
Jaz Delorean
June 6
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Jaz Delorean is a London based British singer, with the European touring band Tankus (formerly Tankus the Henge) and also on his own at the piano.
He has a colourful past together with a wild and wandering present.
James Church's Cabaret Night with Cassidy Janson
June 7
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Cassidy is well known for starring in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, & Juliet and Chess. She shares stories and perform songs from her esteemed career.
The One on the River - Marlow
June 8
Higginson Park, Marlow
.
Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, or run the flat Thames path – with a mixture of grass, tarmac, and trail – taking in the views of Marlow and the surrounding areas.
Summer Recital Series – Khyrstyna Mykhailichenko
June 11
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Beethoven
Sonata in A flat, Op.110
Debussy
4 Preludes: Des pas sur la neige; Ce qu’a vu le vent d’Ouest; La Cathédrale engloutie; Feux d’artifice
Schubert
Sonata in A Major, D.
Firelight Trio
June 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Playing European music that is evocative, inventive and endlessly exciting.
Firelight Trio is a mighty new group featuring Fatea instrumentalist of the year 2023 Gavin Marwick (fiddle),  accordionist Phil Alexander (Moishe’s Bagel) and Ruth Morris (Outlander – HBO) on the beautiful Swedish Nyckelharpa.
Live Music Lunch Club: Firelight Trio
June 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A new regular spot for lovers of live music who prefer their concerts in the daytime, alongside a little lunch, in a relaxed environment.
Performances take place in the Studio in a cabaret set up so you can come and go during the music if you want to.
Andrew Bourn’s Crooner Revolution
June 13
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A brand new theatre show featuring unique swing style arrangements of songs from global artists such as Queen, The Rolling Stones, George Michael, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, Prince, Bee Gees, Tom Jones, Rick Astley and more.
You can also expect a few classics from Sinatra and co along the way! The live show is fun, full of energy and will have you singing from your seats.
The Vinyl Frontier – Your Best… Story Songs
June 14
Norden Farm Arts Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.
10 participants will play a song that tells a story - the story lies in the song, not the participants' tales of teenage high-jinks! The audience will decide which one was the best.
The One for the Planet
June 15
Dorney Lake, SL4 6QP, Berkshire
Set at the spectacular, flat, and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, this event for the ones that enjoy being by the water. Join our multisport festival for the planet offers various distances in triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, aquathlon, swim and run!
Prices:
Standard Triathlon: GBP 75.
Adam Glasser and Friends
June 20
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club.
Adam Glasser (harmonica)
South African harmonica player, pianist and educator Adam Glasser has an international reputation as an exponent of township jazz on the chromatic harmonica and piano.
DENS Woodland Trail- Run or Walk
June 21
Berkhamsted Castle, Berkhamsted
Walk or run your choice of 5 or 10-mile routes, while immersing yourself in beautiful woodland and nature on a summer’s day.
Starting from the historic setting of Berkhamsted Castle, you’ll enjoy well-signed routes and receive a special finisher’s token.
Martin Harley at Old Town Hall - Hemel Hempstead
June 21
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead
.
Described as "One of the UK's finest contemporary roots musicians" in Guitarist Magazine, Martin Harley in recent months has released his highly anticipated album Morning Sun.
New Maidenhead Choir with guest The Choir Engine
June 21
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Come and enjoy a wonderful teatime concert of uplifting choral music performed by local community choir New Maidenhead Choir and friends. Step into summer with music from contemporary choral to Billy Joel.
The One to the Castle - Windsor
June 22
Barry Avenue, Windsor
.
Following river trail paths, this half marathon goes through many of the key landmarks that have made Royal Berkshire area so famous.
The Police 3.0 - Acoustic Couch, Bracknell
June 27
Acoustic Couch, Bracknell, Bracknell
Professional trio bringing The Police & Sting’s greatest hits to life, we deliver high-energy performances that capture the essence of these.
Summer Ceilidh
June 28
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A caller guides you through the dances while ceilidh band Nedron’s Jig provide the live music.
Dances include the likes of Cumberland Square 8, Virginia Reel, Gay Gordons and The Willow Tree.
Elvis Returns
July 4
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Featuring Steve Knight as Elvis alongside the Electrifying Midnight Rebel Band.
Experience the moves, the voice, and the charisma that made Elvis the King of Rock 'n' Roll! Get ready to groove to all the hits, masterfully played and mirroring the iconic TCB band, while taking the music into new territories.
The FixAddiction 5k, 10k and Half Marathon 2025
July 5
Dorney Lake,, Dorney
.
Come and run this superb event at the gorgeous Dorney Lake.
The FixAddiction Supersprint and Sprint Triathlon
July 5
Dorney Lake, Windsor
.
Come and join us for this superb summer triathlon.
The Great British Songbook
July 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Critically acclaimed Italian vocalist Irene Serra (Wynton Marsalis, Norma Winstone, US3) and guitarist Luca Boscagin (Jason Rebello, Cinematic Orchestra, Jim Mullen) have joined forces on this album launch to release a special recording called The Great British Songbook.
Brought together by their passion for British pop music, they have handpicked some of the most loved songs by famous British singers and songwriters of the last 70 years and created fresh-sounding, unique arrangements.
Parallel Windsor
July 6
Windsor Great Park, Windsor
Walk, push or run - there are no cut off times.
'Start Together, Finish Whenever'.
The Alter Eagles
July 10
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Returning to Norden Farm for their annual visit, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2025 that celebrates their 22nd year of touring.
Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs.
Mark T. and Iqbal Pathan
July 11
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Iqbal Khan Pathan and Mark T. will bring you a unique collection of sounds which celebrates blues as a worldwide phenomenon.
The Vinyl Frontier – Singles Championship
July 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.
Eight participants duel in (hopefully) three knockout rounds, playing their favourite seven inch vinyl tracks, with the winners decided by audience vote, to try and win through to the final and be crowned Singles Champion of 2025!
Studio
£13.
Summer Recital Series – St John’s Ensemble with El
July 16
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Elisabeth Cullen (soprano)
Ron Colyer (violin), Susan Black (viola), Paul Cox (cello),
Caroline Owen (clarinet), Nigel Wilkinson (piano)
Schubert Duo in A for violin and piano, D.574
Mozart Trio for clarinet, viola and piano in E flat, K.
Dire Streets
July 18
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK.
The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts.
Freddie Gavita (trumpet / flugelhorn)
July 18
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club.
Freddie Gavita (Trumpet / Flugelhorn)
Winner of the British Jazz Awards Best Trumpeter of 2017, Freddie has cemented his place as a leading light on the British Jazz scene.
The Britpop Hour with Marc Burrows
July 19
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Marking the 30th anniversary of the genre’s pinnacle: the 1995 Blur / Oasis chart battle, as well as coinciding with the reformed Oasis’ record-busting reunion tour, the show delves into the ridiculous stories, the OTT personalities and the enduring rivalries, all while celebrating some of the best music Britain has ever produced.
Part warm, trivia-packed tribute, part send-up and part one-man rock ‘n’ roll party, The Britpop Hour is written and performed by award winning music journalist, author, comedian, musician and 90s refugee Marc Burrows (The Guardian, The Quietus, The Independent, Big Issue, New Statesman).
The Ciderthon
July 19
Culden Faw Estate, Henley-on-Thames
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A half marathon where you sample different ciders along the way.
The George Washingmachine Quartet
July 19
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Known for his virtuosic high-energy violin playing and engaging stage presence, Australia’s second most famous cultural export George Washingmachine leads this quartet with characteristic eccentricity, charm and humour.
George Washingmachine (violin / vocals)
Dave Kelbie (guitar)
John Kelly (guitar)
Mark Elton (bass)
Feeling all strung out? Life in a spin? Well then, let the dreamy music of George Washingmachine wash away the dust of everyday life.
Professor Slug’s House of Bugs
July 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Professor Slug is an eccentric expert on invertebrates who helps bugs out with their buggy problems - and you can too!
Get as strong as an ant! Teach a bee how to buzz! And help a dung beetle make a pooey perfume for its big date…
This interactive show is packed full of colourful puppets, catchy songs, and educational info about the wonderful world of bugs.
The puppets are designed by Georgia Hill (CBeebies) with music written by Catriona
Gisby (Elle & the Pocket Belles).
The Ultimate Swift & Styles Tribute Experience
July 31
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Get ready for a show like no other with The Ultimate Swift & Styles Tribute Experience!
Prepare for an unforgettable evening dedicated to and based around the music of pop icons Taylor Swift and Harry Styles!
This is not your average tribute night – it's a fully immersive experience that goes beyond a live performance.
We will make your 'Wildest Dreams' come true as we give you:
Live Tribute Acts
Witness incredible live tribute performances that will transport you into the world of Taylor Swift and Harry Styles.
3 Little Pig Tails
August 1
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Garlic Theatre.
'Let me in little piggie it's blowing a gale'
'Not by the hairs on my little pink tail'
A fresh and funny version of the classic story of the three little pigs set in Paris.
Puffling Percy
August 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Percy is a puffling who loves his burrow a little too much.
Map and Pap want him to venture outside and flap his wings, but Percy has other ideas.
Flash - A Tribute to Queen
August 7
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Flash – Hit after hit, anthem after anthem, guaranteed to blow your mind, as quoted by the BBC ‘as close as it gets’.
Established in 2002, this band stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the greatest rock bands in history.
The Paul Booth Quartet (tenor sax / soprano sax)
August 8
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club.
Paul Booth (tenor sax / soprano sax)
Alex Hutton (piano)
Laurence Cottle (electric bass)
Tbc (drums)
From his early acclaim as a prize-winning saxophonist, Paul Booth has continually refined and expanded his talents as a solo artist, composer, arranger and bandleader, whilst establishing an elite reputation as a first-call sideman for major contemporary music artists.
Summer Recital Series - Xiaowen Shang (piano)
August 13
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Scarlatti 2 Sonatas
Beethoven Sonata in E flat, Op.7
Couperin Ordre No.
Big People Garden Day Party
August 31
Magnolia Park, High Wycombe
.
Get ready to step back in time at Big People Garden, the ultimate throwback event designed exclusively for the mature crowd! Immerse yourself as we journey through the greatest hits from before the year 2000.
The One on the Lake - Dorney
September 7
Dorney Lake Boathouse, Windsor
Set at the spectacular, flat, and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, this event for the ones that enjoy being by the water. Join for the distances in triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, aquathlon and swim!
Prices:
Standard Triathlon: GBP 75.
Windsor Bead Fair
September 7
Old Windsor Memorial Hall, Windsor
. The latest semi precious beads and pearls just imported into the UK by MrBead to make great jewellery.
The One on the River - Henley
September 21
The Henley Showground., Henley-on-Thames
.
The One on The River - Henley takes place across the scenic Thames Valley area with its routes going through Culden Faw Estate.
The One on the Trail - Marlow
September 28
Temple Lane, England
.
The One on the Trail is a superb, scenic multi-terrain Half Marathon, 10k route or 1k, starting near Temple and following the Thames between Marlow and Henley before looping back through beautiful countryside.
Henley Half Marathon
October 19
Henley RFC, Henley-on-Thames
. The Half Marathon course follows a beautiful scenic route through Henley, over the famous bridge, and along the Thames Valley.
The One by the Canal
November 9
Cowley Hall Recreation Ground, Uxbridge
. The One by the Canal is an intricate trail run starting in Cowley and following the Grand Union Canal with its beautiful nature and finishing in Watford.
Sounds of the 60s with The Zoots at Norden Farm
September 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts., Maidenhead
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They're Bringing the Sounds of the Sixties!
THE ZOOTS are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary numbers by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Four Seasons, Elvis and dozens more of your favourite artists.
A Night at the Musicals with West End Star
May 20
The Ivy Marlow Garden,, Marlow
. Prepare for an extraordinary evening of culinary and musical delight as renowned West End performer Luke McCall takes centre stage at The Ivy Marlow Garden.
A Ripper of an Evening! Maidenhead Concert Band
May 20
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Maidenhead Concert Band. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we pay tribute to Peter Ripper and his daughter Carrie Rogers who created Maidenhead Concert Band over 25 years ago.
Capturing Culture Photography Exhibition
May 21
Bray House, , Maidenhead
The concept of culture is closely linked with identity, and for populations around the world it is culture that helps to define them and give them a sense of belonging. This exhibition features images that depict these specific differences and peculiarities.
Live music tribute to George Harrison
May 22
Watersmeet,, Rickmansworth
. Not to be missed! Here comes the perfect tribute to a Beatles legend! A musical icon who was part of arguably the biggest band of all time will be honoured and remembered with a special show taking place at The Watersmeet Theatre Theatre, Rickmansworth, on Thursday 22 May 2025 Alongside John Lennon, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, Harrison helped the band become the best-selling music act of all time with 600 million units shifted worldwide.
Chesham Fringe Festival
May 23
Chesham High Street, Chesham
. CHESHAM FRINGE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MAY BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR A JOY-FILLED CELEBRATION OF ARTS and COMMUNITY Live Music, Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy, Family Shows, Spoken Word and Free Fringe Events Across Chesham Chesham, Buckinghamshire - The Chesham Fringe Festival is back and bigger than ever, taking over the town from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 May 2025 with a packed programme of live performance, local talent, and community creativity.
The Simon Spillett Quartet
May 23
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Over his twenty five year career Simon Spillett has worn almost as many hats as it's possible to wear within jazz; multi-award-winning instrumentalist (BBC Jazz Awards, British Jazz Awards, Jazz Journal's Album of The Year), quartet and big band leader, recording artist, author, historian, record producer, archivist, magazine columnist and latterly blogger. However, for all these varied skills he identifies most strongly as a powerfully swinging, straight ahead tenor saxophonist, one capable of taking the audiences who hear him on a roller coaster ride encompassing everything from energetic bebop to heartfelt balladry.
Tomorrow Bird
May 24
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Multi Award-Winning Folk-Americana Duo. Think The Civil Wars meets Simon and Garfunkel! Their heartfelt songs, stunning vocals, and soul-stirring harmonies have transfixed audiences and propelled their last album What Comes Next to the top of the Amazon folk chart.
Wendover Arts Festival
May 24
St Marys Church, Wendover
Local artists will be exhibiting a huge range of work including paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, glass and pottery for you to enjoy and buy. In addition to viewing art in a variety of mediums by over 60 artists, we have a raffle with great prizes and an amazing selection of delicious cakes, lunches, wine, pimms and refreshments.
The Great Big Dinosaur Show
May 28
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Which dinosaur had teeth as big as a banana? Which dinosaur weighed the same as 10,000 cats? And what could a chicken possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?! Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs about all your favourite prehistoric protagonists (and some you haven’t heard of yet!). Come and get your groove on to some Jurassic Classics! The show is inspired by Simon Mole’s 4th book; A First Book of Dinosaurs, illustrated by Matt Hunt, published by Walker Books in September 2023.
Gasper Nali
May 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Gasper Nali is a not-so-traditional babatoni player from the small town of Nkhata Bay on the shores of Lake Malawi. The babatoni is an African one string homemade three meter long bass guitar, and with a stick and an empty beer bottle, together with a cow skin kick drum and catchy melodies, he creates the most amazing and danceable original Afro Beats possible! Gasper’s unique style of Kwela music has received an extraordinary amount of online attention after a video of him playing by the lake shore went viral with over 20 million views.
You Choose
May 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
You Choose – Every show is unique! Based on the brilliant book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, Nonsense Room Productions (Shark in the Park and Hairy Maclary Shows) bring you an interactive musical show for all the family. But in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens! Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time! 'It’s all as entertainingly random as the book, particularly for those younger people in attendance.
The JJ Cale Story
May 31
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Now in their third year. Playing all his classic hits from Magnolia, After Midnight, Cocaine and many more which established JJ Cale's reputation as the master of laid back rhythm and blues.
Jaz Delorean
June 6
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Jaz Delorean is a London based British singer, with the European touring band Tankus (formerly Tankus the Henge) and also on his own at the piano. He has a colourful past together with a wild and wandering present.
James Church's Cabaret Night with Cassidy Janson
June 7
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Cassidy is well known for starring in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, & Juliet and Chess. She shares stories and perform songs from her esteemed career.
The One on the River - Marlow
June 8
Higginson Park, Marlow
. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, or run the flat Thames path – with a mixture of grass, tarmac, and trail – taking in the views of Marlow and the surrounding areas.
Summer Recital Series – Khyrstyna Mykhailichenko
June 11
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Beethoven Sonata in A flat, Op.110 Debussy 4 Preludes: Des pas sur la neige; Ce qu’a vu le vent d’Ouest; La Cathédrale engloutie; Feux d’artifice Schubert Sonata in A Major, D.
Firelight Trio
June 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Playing European music that is evocative, inventive and endlessly exciting. Firelight Trio is a mighty new group featuring Fatea instrumentalist of the year 2023 Gavin Marwick (fiddle),  accordionist Phil Alexander (Moishe’s Bagel) and Ruth Morris (Outlander – HBO) on the beautiful Swedish Nyckelharpa.
Live Music Lunch Club: Firelight Trio
June 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A new regular spot for lovers of live music who prefer their concerts in the daytime, alongside a little lunch, in a relaxed environment. Performances take place in the Studio in a cabaret set up so you can come and go during the music if you want to.
Andrew Bourn’s Crooner Revolution
June 13
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A brand new theatre show featuring unique swing style arrangements of songs from global artists such as Queen, The Rolling Stones, George Michael, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, Prince, Bee Gees, Tom Jones, Rick Astley and more. You can also expect a few classics from Sinatra and co along the way! The live show is fun, full of energy and will have you singing from your seats.
The Vinyl Frontier – Your Best… Story Songs
June 14
Norden Farm Arts Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd. 10 participants will play a song that tells a story - the story lies in the song, not the participants' tales of teenage high-jinks! The audience will decide which one was the best.
The One for the Planet
June 15
Dorney Lake, SL4 6QP, Berkshire
Set at the spectacular, flat, and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, this event for the ones that enjoy being by the water. Join our multisport festival for the planet offers various distances in triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, aquathlon, swim and run! Prices: Standard Triathlon: GBP 75.
Adam Glasser and Friends
June 20
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club. Adam Glasser (harmonica) South African harmonica player, pianist and educator Adam Glasser has an international reputation as an exponent of township jazz on the chromatic harmonica and piano.
DENS Woodland Trail- Run or Walk
June 21
Berkhamsted Castle, Berkhamsted
Walk or run your choice of 5 or 10-mile routes, while immersing yourself in beautiful woodland and nature on a summer’s day. Starting from the historic setting of Berkhamsted Castle, you’ll enjoy well-signed routes and receive a special finisher’s token.
Martin Harley at Old Town Hall - Hemel Hempstead
June 21
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead
. Described as "One of the UK's finest contemporary roots musicians" in Guitarist Magazine, Martin Harley in recent months has released his highly anticipated album Morning Sun.
New Maidenhead Choir with guest The Choir Engine
June 21
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Come and enjoy a wonderful teatime concert of uplifting choral music performed by local community choir New Maidenhead Choir and friends. Step into summer with music from contemporary choral to Billy Joel.
The One to the Castle - Windsor
June 22
Barry Avenue, Windsor
. Following river trail paths, this half marathon goes through many of the key landmarks that have made Royal Berkshire area so famous.
The Police 3.0 - Acoustic Couch, Bracknell
June 27
Acoustic Couch, Bracknell, Bracknell
Professional trio bringing The Police & Sting’s greatest hits to life, we deliver high-energy performances that capture the essence of these.
Summer Ceilidh
June 28
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
A caller guides you through the dances while ceilidh band Nedron’s Jig provide the live music. Dances include the likes of Cumberland Square 8, Virginia Reel, Gay Gordons and The Willow Tree.
Elvis Returns
July 4
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Featuring Steve Knight as Elvis alongside the Electrifying Midnight Rebel Band. Experience the moves, the voice, and the charisma that made Elvis the King of Rock 'n' Roll! Get ready to groove to all the hits, masterfully played and mirroring the iconic TCB band, while taking the music into new territories.
The FixAddiction 5k, 10k and Half Marathon 2025
July 5
Dorney Lake,, Dorney
. Come and run this superb event at the gorgeous Dorney Lake.
The FixAddiction Supersprint and Sprint Triathlon
July 5
Dorney Lake, Windsor
. Come and join us for this superb summer triathlon.
The Great British Songbook
July 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Critically acclaimed Italian vocalist Irene Serra (Wynton Marsalis, Norma Winstone, US3) and guitarist Luca Boscagin (Jason Rebello, Cinematic Orchestra, Jim Mullen) have joined forces on this album launch to release a special recording called The Great British Songbook. Brought together by their passion for British pop music, they have handpicked some of the most loved songs by famous British singers and songwriters of the last 70 years and created fresh-sounding, unique arrangements.
Parallel Windsor
July 6
Windsor Great Park, Windsor
Walk, push or run - there are no cut off times. 'Start Together, Finish Whenever'.
The Alter Eagles
July 10
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Returning to Norden Farm for their annual visit, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2025 that celebrates their 22nd year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs.
Mark T. and Iqbal Pathan
July 11
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Iqbal Khan Pathan and Mark T. will bring you a unique collection of sounds which celebrates blues as a worldwide phenomenon.
The Vinyl Frontier – Singles Championship
July 12
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Hosted by Jeff Lloyd. Eight participants duel in (hopefully) three knockout rounds, playing their favourite seven inch vinyl tracks, with the winners decided by audience vote, to try and win through to the final and be crowned Singles Champion of 2025! Studio £13.
Summer Recital Series – St John’s Ensemble with El
July 16
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Elisabeth Cullen (soprano) Ron Colyer (violin), Susan Black (viola), Paul Cox (cello), Caroline Owen (clarinet), Nigel Wilkinson (piano) Schubert Duo in A for violin and piano, D.574 Mozart Trio for clarinet, viola and piano in E flat, K.
Dire Streets
July 18
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts.
Freddie Gavita (trumpet / flugelhorn)
July 18
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club. Freddie Gavita (Trumpet / Flugelhorn) Winner of the British Jazz Awards Best Trumpeter of 2017, Freddie has cemented his place as a leading light on the British Jazz scene.
The Britpop Hour with Marc Burrows
July 19
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Marking the 30th anniversary of the genre’s pinnacle: the 1995 Blur / Oasis chart battle, as well as coinciding with the reformed Oasis’ record-busting reunion tour, the show delves into the ridiculous stories, the OTT personalities and the enduring rivalries, all while celebrating some of the best music Britain has ever produced. Part warm, trivia-packed tribute, part send-up and part one-man rock ‘n’ roll party, The Britpop Hour is written and performed by award winning music journalist, author, comedian, musician and 90s refugee Marc Burrows (The Guardian, The Quietus, The Independent, Big Issue, New Statesman).
The Ciderthon
July 19
Culden Faw Estate, Henley-on-Thames
. A half marathon where you sample different ciders along the way.
The George Washingmachine Quartet
July 19
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Known for his virtuosic high-energy violin playing and engaging stage presence, Australia’s second most famous cultural export George Washingmachine leads this quartet with characteristic eccentricity, charm and humour. George Washingmachine (violin / vocals) Dave Kelbie (guitar) John Kelly (guitar) Mark Elton (bass) Feeling all strung out? Life in a spin? Well then, let the dreamy music of George Washingmachine wash away the dust of everyday life.
Professor Slug’s House of Bugs
July 29
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Professor Slug is an eccentric expert on invertebrates who helps bugs out with their buggy problems - and you can too! Get as strong as an ant! Teach a bee how to buzz! And help a dung beetle make a pooey perfume for its big date… This interactive show is packed full of colourful puppets, catchy songs, and educational info about the wonderful world of bugs. The puppets are designed by Georgia Hill (CBeebies) with music written by Catriona Gisby (Elle & the Pocket Belles).
The Ultimate Swift & Styles Tribute Experience
July 31
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Get ready for a show like no other with The Ultimate Swift & Styles Tribute Experience! Prepare for an unforgettable evening dedicated to and based around the music of pop icons Taylor Swift and Harry Styles! This is not your average tribute night – it's a fully immersive experience that goes beyond a live performance. We will make your 'Wildest Dreams' come true as we give you: Live Tribute Acts Witness incredible live tribute performances that will transport you into the world of Taylor Swift and Harry Styles.
3 Little Pig Tails
August 1
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Garlic Theatre. 'Let me in little piggie it's blowing a gale' 'Not by the hairs on my little pink tail' A fresh and funny version of the classic story of the three little pigs set in Paris.
Puffling Percy
August 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Percy is a puffling who loves his burrow a little too much. Map and Pap want him to venture outside and flap his wings, but Percy has other ideas.
Flash - A Tribute to Queen
August 7
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Flash – Hit after hit, anthem after anthem, guaranteed to blow your mind, as quoted by the BBC ‘as close as it gets’. Established in 2002, this band stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the greatest rock bands in history.
The Paul Booth Quartet (tenor sax / soprano sax)
August 8
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Presented by Norden Farm Jazz Club. Paul Booth (tenor sax / soprano sax) Alex Hutton (piano) Laurence Cottle (electric bass) Tbc (drums) From his early acclaim as a prize-winning saxophonist, Paul Booth has continually refined and expanded his talents as a solo artist, composer, arranger and bandleader, whilst establishing an elite reputation as a first-call sideman for major contemporary music artists.
Summer Recital Series - Xiaowen Shang (piano)
August 13
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead
Scarlatti 2 Sonatas Beethoven Sonata in E flat, Op.7 Couperin Ordre No.
Big People Garden Day Party
August 31
Magnolia Park, High Wycombe
. Get ready to step back in time at Big People Garden, the ultimate throwback event designed exclusively for the mature crowd! Immerse yourself as we journey through the greatest hits from before the year 2000.
The One on the Lake - Dorney
September 7
Dorney Lake Boathouse, Windsor
Set at the spectacular, flat, and smooth-surfaced Dorney Lake near Windsor, this event for the ones that enjoy being by the water. Join for the distances in triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, aquathlon and swim! Prices: Standard Triathlon: GBP 75.
Windsor Bead Fair
September 7
Old Windsor Memorial Hall, Windsor
. The latest semi precious beads and pearls just imported into the UK by MrBead to make great jewellery.
The One on the River - Henley
September 21
The Henley Showground., Henley-on-Thames
. The One on The River - Henley takes place across the scenic Thames Valley area with its routes going through Culden Faw Estate.
The One on the Trail - Marlow
September 28
Temple Lane, England
. The One on the Trail is a superb, scenic multi-terrain Half Marathon, 10k route or 1k, starting near Temple and following the Thames between Marlow and Henley before looping back through beautiful countryside.
Henley Half Marathon
October 19
Henley RFC, Henley-on-Thames
. The Half Marathon course follows a beautiful scenic route through Henley, over the famous bridge, and along the Thames Valley.
The One by the Canal
November 9
Cowley Hall Recreation Ground, Uxbridge
. The One by the Canal is an intricate trail run starting in Cowley and following the Grand Union Canal with its beautiful nature and finishing in Watford.
Sounds of the 60s with The Zoots at Norden Farm
September 5
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts., Maidenhead
. They're Bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! THE ZOOTS are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary numbers by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Four Seasons, Elvis and dozens more of your favourite artists.
