Meadow Fest: A music festival to champion British farming

Get ready for a weekend where thumping bass from iconic British bands meets the earthy aroma of fresh hay and local goodies – that’s Meadow Fest!

This brand new boutique festival lands in the Cotswolds at Cornbury Park’s stunning Rangers Lodge from 1-3 May, 2026.

It’s not just tunes and tents; it’s a bold shout-out to British farmers, blending music with a mission to boost sustainability and food security.

In a world where rural life faces climate and market battles, could this be another spark to reignite some love for our land?

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This family-friendly fest fuses high-energy performances with a celebration of British agriculture—think music festival with a county show twist!

Picture kids planting seeds in hands-on workshops, learning sustainable growing from pros, while the air buzzes with guitar riffs from legends and rising stars.

Curious how to turn soil into a thriving plot? Dive in! Then savour local cheeses and sizzling street food from partnered brands, connecting every bite to the farmers who make it happen.

It’s immersive, exciting, and begs the question: what else can a festival offer?

Meadow Fest goes further, weaving real support for farmers into its soul. Free trading spaces let farm shops shine without fees, while community tie-ins gift deserving families fully funded weekends – tickets and hotel stays included.

Expect bold messaging across marketing and stage announcements, rallying for our agricultural heroes. With small farms under pressure, this feels like a timely call to action – could a party strengthen rural roots?

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The buzz grows with the “Road to Meadow Fest” talent hunt – apply online for a chance to jam with over 40 acts on two stages, including big names soon to be revealed.

Families win too: under-16s enter free, no booking fees, with payment plans to join the fun.

Sustainability drives it all – highlighting local sourcing and good practices, it’s a movement from “seed to stage”, urging us to nurture fertile fields for tomorrow.

As their blog quips, it’s “David versus Goliath” – taking on big fests with heart.

Intrigued?

Visit www.meadow-fest.com for tickets, line-up teasers, and blogs like “David versus Goliath.”

Follow @meadowfestlive on X or Instagram for vibes and alerts.

Come May, you might be toasting British farming’s future in the crowd – don’t miss out!

This article was written by the Meadow Fest organisers with the help of AI