Wychwood Festival brings big-name Britpop bands to Cheltenham in 2025

Wychwood Festival is back at Cheltenham Racecourse this May 2025, with a trio of big-name Britpop bands headlining the family-friendly festival.

By Chloe Gorman  |  Published
Wychwood Festival returns to Cheltenham Racecourse in 2025, with James, Shed Seven and Doves headlining.

Wychwood Festival is back at Cheltenham Racecourse from Friday 30 May to Sunday 1 June 2025, for a weekend of live music and family fun. 

It's a Britpop-heavy line-up this year, with Shed Seven headlining on Friday, James headlining Saturday and Doves closing out the main stage on Sunday. 

Music fans can also enjoy sets from the likes of Lottery Winners, The Zutons, Scouting for Girls, Daniel Bedingfield and Fisherman's Friends, as well as cover bands like The Beatles Dub Club and Gloucestershire locals, Thrill Collins. 

For those seeking the spotlight themselves, formers Eastenders star Shaun Williamson hosts Barrioke; while famous fitness coach Joe Wicks puts festivalgoers through their paces with a main stage PE lesson. 

Families are spoiled for choice with plenty of child-friendly activities, too, from seeing Shrek tribute band The Ogretones; taking part in dance workshops; mastering circus skills; and even checking out the kids' literature festival — with little ones under the age of 10 able to attend for free with an adult ticketholder. 

Adult weekend camping tickets cost from £169.50; 10 to 15-year-old's weekend camping costs from £84.50; with VIP, campervan and day tickets also available. 

Event

Wychwood Festival 2025

Dates

Friday 30 May to Sunday 1 June 2025

Times

Times TBC

Admission

Weekend camping tickets cost from £169.50 for adults and £84.50 for children aged 10 to 15

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