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Chagstock Festival: Full line up announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/18/2018 - 11:10pm

The full line-up for both days of Chagstock Festival 2018 has now been confirmed.

More than 50 acts including the likes of Imelda May, Buzzcocks, Show of Hands, King King and The Correspondents complete another fabulous bill for this boutique not-for-profit event supporting Devon Air Ambulance Trust, held on one of the UK's most beautiful festival sites.

Taking place on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st July 2018, Chagstock showcases the very best music, food and entertainment from the Westcountry, have to offer.

Set in 70 acres of farmland near Chagford, Chagstock is...

Imelda May and The Buzzcocks to headline Chagstock 2018

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 01/27/2018 - 12:30pm

Chagstock Festival organisers have announced two exceptional acts to headline in 2018.

Saturday main stage headliner Imelda May began her professional career in 2003, releasing No Turning Back. In 2007 she signed with Ambassador Records and recorded her second album. Love Tattoo, which reached No. 1 in Ireland and received wide critical acclaim. It caught the attention of Jools Holland, who she later supported on tour, leading to a critically acclaimed performance on his BBC2 show Later...

Her first two singles, "Johnny Got a Boom Boom" and "Big Bad Handsome Man", were...

Full line-up announced for Chagstock 2017

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/03/2017 - 2:33pm

Chagstock Festival organisers have announced a slew of fabulous new acts to the bill for 2017, completing the line-ups for the Main and Marquee Stages.

New additions to the main stage include enduring R&B legends Dr Feelgood, Bristolian 8-piece Swing & Hiphop funkers Cut Capers, Cornwall based free-spirited multi instrumentalists Echo Town, modern Ska outfit Buster Shuffle, Gypsy swing outfit Immigrant Swing and Westcountry gypsy-punk act Biere De Luxe.

Over on the marquee stage Irish rockers Raglans, virtuoso guitarist John Fairhurst and Devon’s own country pop...

Chagstock 2017 day tickets go on sale

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/03/2017 - 8:59pm

Chagstock Festival have announced that day tickets are now on sale for 2017.

Friday’s line-up includes Soul II Soul, Raghu Dixit, Slamboree and Undercover Hippy, whilst Saturday features The Shires, Dub Pistols, Skinny Lister, Mr Tea & The Minions, and house band New Crisis (featuring festival organiser Si Ford).

Day tickets start at just £55 per adult, and £40 per youth (aged 12 and up). Accompanied children under 12 are free as always and uniquely, a day ticket also includes one night’s camping.

Day and weekend tickets are available now from http://www....

Chagstock 2017 theme announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/14/2017 - 12:52pm

The theme for Chagstock 2017 will be Spies & Dolls, in honour of organiser Si Ford's mother, ‘the original Miss MonyPenny’ who passed away late last year.

Si said: “This year, Chagstock will be dedicated to the memory of my dear mother who passed away just before Christmas. It was after all in her back garden that the very first private Chagstock took place back in 2003.

“Her maiden name was Monypenny (the derivation of which is a long interesting story of its’ own), and during the 2nd World War she joined the WRNS and worked at a satellite branch of Bletchley Park...

The Shires to headline Chagstock 2017

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/16/2017 - 11:18am

Chagstock Festival organisers have announced that UK country superstars, The Shires will headline the main stage on Saturday night.

Hailing from the Home Counties, The Shires made music history by becoming the first UK country act to score a Top 10 album. The duo are at the forefront of the British country music movement and the runaway success of their recently released album ‘My Universe’ has made them not just the fastest selling UK country artist ever, but one of the biggest-selling breakthrough UK acts of any genre in recent years. Across their two albums, Ben and Crissie have...

Chagstock Festival announce Soul II Soul, Raghu Dixit, Dub Pistols

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Posted: Tue, 01/17/2017 - 4:04pm

Chagstock Festial organisers have confirmed that British Funk & Soul legends Soul II Soul will headline Friday night! Indian singer-songwriter extraordinaire Raghu Dixit has also been added to the bill, alongside the inimitable Dub Pistols.

Soul II Soul need little introduction. Best known for the timeless classics Back To Life and their breakthrough smash hit Keep On Movin’, they’ve sold over 10 million albums, performed live in over 20 countries, and headlined some of the most famous venues in the world, including Wembley.

They’ve been recognised throughout their 29-...

Dates confirmed for Chagstock Festival 2017

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/26/2016 - 7:49am

Chagstok Festival organisers have confirmed that Devon’s much-loved, family friendly, not-for-profit event will return in 2017 after its triumphant, Sold Out 10th Birthday this July!

Taking place on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd July, this fabulous event will once again showcase the very finest music, food and entertainment from the Westcountry and beyond.

Having already been hard at work, the organisers are delighted to announce two fantastic main stage bands have already been confirmed for 2017. Full details will be announced when early bird tickets go on sale...

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Chagstock Festival 2016

Event Date: 
22/07/2016 - 12:00pm to 23/07/2016 - 10:45pm
Venue: 
Whiddon Down in Near Chagford

Devon’s much-loved, family friendly, not-for-profit event will feature the biggest and most diverse line up in its 10-year history.

The theme for the wildly popular fancy dress day on Saturday will be ‘Legends’.

Set in 70 acres of farmland on the edge of Dartmoor, Chagstock is renowned for its stunning location, diverse line-up of artists and non-corporate, family friendly atmosphere.

Full details:

http://www.chagstock.info

Josephine & The Artisans complete Chagstock line-up

Chagstock Festival have announced Josephine & The Artizans have been added to the Marquee stage bill for Friday night, thus completing the two main stage line-ups for Chagstock 2016.

Josephine & The Artizans are a Hip-Hopera band from London. Blending Classical Music with Hip-Hop to create a unique, fresh and innovative sound, they have received critical acclaim from the likes of Tom Robinson on BBC 6Music, The Times and many others.

With the line up now complete, a full selection of adult, youth and family day tickets have now also been placed on sale via www....

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