Looking forward to 2026 already…

Chipping Norton

Town Festival

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Sunday 28th June ’26 – 11.00am till 8.30pm

Market Place, Chipping Norton
Oxfordshire. OX7 5NJ

Free Admission

Free Parking is available at both New Street Car Park (OX7 5EL) and Albion Street Car Park (OX7 5BN)

Let’s make 2026 even better than last year…

What an incredible day! On Sunday 29th June 2025, the heart of Chipping Norton came alive under warm, sunny skies for what turned out to be our most successful ChippyFest to date. The atmosphere was buzzing, the streets were full, the music was flowing – and best of all, the entire event went ahead without a hitch.

📅 Save the Date: ChippyFest Returns – Sunday 28th June 2026!

Planning has already begun and we’re determined to make it even better – with more music, more stalls, more community groups, and more reasons to celebrate everything that makes Chipping Norton such a brilliant place to live.

Keep checking chippyfest.co.uk and our social media pages for updates and announcements – and if you’d like to get involved next year, we’d love to hear from you.

With sincere thanks from all of us,
The ChippyFest Committee

We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make ChippyFest 2025 such a joyous celebration of local community spirit:

🎶 To our amazing bands and performers – thank you for lighting up the day with your talent and energy. You kept the Market Place vibrant and full of life from the first note to the final encore.

🛍️ To our brilliant stallholders – your creativity, quality products and friendly smiles added so much character to the day. From handmade crafts to delicious food and thoughtful gifts, your stalls brought colour, variety and a strong sense of local pride to the festival.

🙌 To our incredible volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you. Your time, effort, and dedication before, during and after the event made everything run so smoothly and safely.

🤝 To our generous sponsors and those who donated raffle prizes – thank you for backing your local festival. Your support helped us deliver a packed programme of entertainment and activities while also raising funds for local causes.

💖 To the local charities and community groups – thank you for being such an important part of the day. Your stalls, activities and warm engagement reminded everyone of the amazing work going on behind the scenes in our town.

🏡 To the residents and businesses of Chipping Norton – thank you for your continued support, patience and enthusiasm. From embracing the road closures to turning out in such great numbers, you made the festival what it was.

🎟️ To everyone who joined us – whether to shop, sing, dance, eat or simply soak up the atmosphere – thank you for being part of something special.

🙏 A Special Thank You to Jodie Tyack

We were absolutely thrilled to have Jodie Tyack officially open this year’s festival which gave us the perfect start to the day – full of warmth, positivity, and community pride. Thank you, Jodie, for your time, your support, and your inspiring words!

🙏 A Special Thank You to Jodie Tyack

We were absolutely thrilled to have Jodie Tyack officially open this year’s festival which gave us the perfect start to the day – full of warmth, positivity, and community pride. Thank you, Jodie, for your time, your support, and your inspiring words!

We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make ChippyFest 2025 such a joyous celebration of local community spirit:

🎶 To our amazing bands and performers – thank you for lighting up the day with your talent and energy. You kept the Market Place vibrant and full of life from the first note to the final encore.

🛍️ To our brilliant stallholders – your creativity, quality products and friendly smiles added so much character to the day. From handmade crafts to delicious food and thoughtful gifts, your stalls brought colour, variety and a strong sense of local pride to the festival.

🙌 To our incredible volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you. Your time, effort, and dedication before, during and after the event made everything run so smoothly and safely.

🤝 To our generous sponsors and those who donated raffle prizes – thank you for backing your local festival. Your support helped us deliver a packed programme of entertainment and activities while also raising funds for local causes.

💖 To the local charities and community groups – thank you for being such an important part of the day. Your stalls, activities and warm engagement reminded everyone of the amazing work going on behind the scenes in our town.

🏡 To the residents and businesses of Chipping Norton – thank you for your continued support, patience and enthusiasm. From embracing the road closures to turning out in such great numbers, you made the festival what it was.

🎟️ To everyone who joined us – whether to shop, sing, dance, eat or simply soak up the atmosphere – thank you for being part of something special.

Confirmed ’26 LineUp…

average Wyatt Band

Cotswold based Average Wyatt Band is a 5- piece put together by long-time musical buddies Robin Wyatt (guitar/vocals) & Neil Ions (vocals/percussion). They’ve recruited their sons Matt Wyatt (bass/vocals) & Leon Ions (drums) and finally, Ian ‘not their son’ Hattersley (trumpet).

They play an interesting mix of covers featuring Paolo Nutini, Robert Palmer, Santana, Spencer Davies Group, Average White Band, and many more covering pop, rock, disco & soul from many eras.

St Mary's School Singing Club

At St Mary’s School in Chipping Norton we have many extra activity clubs after school and at lunch time. Two of these are the singing club and musical theatre where children are encouraged to pursue their enjoyment of singing. Many children are in both clubs. The singing club are used to singing around the town at Christmas events and local care homes and enjoy sharing their joy of singing with you all at the town festival. We hope you enjoy our songs!

Ken Wood and the Mixers

OWWWW!!! I feel good!

Here come Ken Wood and the Mixers – a spectacular, 8-piece blues & soul showband, specialising in their own unique blend of bold, brassy soul, stomping R&B and ludicrous on-stage antics.  Expect everything from thumping, fatback Memphis soul to barnstorming rhythm & blues, ska, Motown and plenty of surprises.

The Dead Silence

Hailing from different corners of West Oxfordshire, The Dead Silence are a cover band who bring energy, enthusiasm and just a touch of Dad-Dancing to every event they perform at.

Covering a plethora of well known songs spanning the past 6 decades the band have been going strong, performing in pubs, at festivals and at any event you want them to play at, for nearly 15 years. The band promise smiles, dancing, singing and a whole lot of fun!

Weekend Warriors

High-energy teenage rock band, and big stage regulars on the Oxford music scene. Expect everything from well-known anthems to prog rock epics and everything in between, not to mention some brand new originals!

Selver

Selver are an up-and-coming band from Oxford that play emotive indie rock, blending introspective songwriting with strong pop hooks, enchanting melodies, and driving grooves to create their own take on the city’s history of forward-thinking indie rock music. Selver’s style is eclectic, with influences ranging in genre from indie and alternative rock to classic pop and disco.

Fronted by rising independent artist Antonia, Selver was established by songwriter Jamie Williams to give life to tracks that had been hidden away for years. The group has grown into a deft six-piece that has made its mark across Oxford’s finest venues, including the O2 Academy, The Bullingdon, and The Jericho Tavern. Their tight, immersive live sound holds audiences from the first note to the last.

Following a string of well-received shows and studio recordings at the end of 2025, Selver are currently finalising their debut EP. In 2026, Selver will continue developing original material and the band is excited to connect with new audiences on the festival circuit.

“Stunning, Cranberries-esque vocals” (Americana UK)

“There’s more than enough evidence tonight that they’ll be ones to keep tabs on” (Nightshift Magazine)

The Vodka Shots

The Vodka Shots are a lively, blues-inspired band formed in 2020, bringing together a group of friends with a shared passion for great music and even better live performances. Known for their laid-back, bluesy vibe and energetic gigs, they’ve built a reputation for creating a fun, feel-good atmosphere wherever they play, from local pubs to festivals across Oxfordshire and beyond.

With a love for classic blues sounds and a knack for getting the crowd involved, The Vodka Shots deliver authentic, good-time music that keeps audiences coming back for more.

Churches Together

Traditional and contemporary church music brought to us by a Dynamic group of musicians coming together from a number of Churches in the town.

Stalls…

Crafts, Treats & Gifts
We’re busy curating a fantastic line-up of stallholders for this year’s event, think local crafts, delicious treats, handmade gifts, and more. From homegrown talent to unique artisanal finds, we’re pulling together a vibrant marketplace to celebrate the best of Chippy and beyond.

Full details will be announced soon, so check back regularly or follow us on social media for updates.
If you’re a stallholder and would like to be part of the festival then please get in touch as soon as possible — spaces are filling up fast!

Food, Drink & Community
We’re lining up a delicious range of food and drink options for this year’s Chipping Norton Town Festival, from sweet treats and savoury bites to refreshing drinks and family favourites. Whether you’re after something quick and tasty or a chance to try something new, there’ll be plenty to enjoy on the day.

We’re also proud to welcome a variety of local groups, charities, and community organisations who help make Chippy special. From fun activities for kids to great causes to support, there’ll be something for everyone to get involved in.

Interested in bringing your food stall or community stand? We’d love to hear from you, get in touch soon as spaces are limited!

Food, Drink & Community
We’re lining up a delicious range of food and drink options for this year’s Chipping Norton Town Festival—from sweet treats and savoury bites to refreshing drinks and family favourites. Whether you’re after something quick and tasty or a chance to try something new, there’ll be plenty to enjoy on the day.

We’re also proud to welcome a variety of local groups, charities, and community organisations who help make Chippy special. From fun activities for kids to great causes to support, there’ll be something for everyone to get involved in.

Interested in bringing your food stall or community stand to the festival on Sunday 29th June 2025? We’d love to hear from you—get in touch soon as spaces are limited!

A bit of history…

Chipping Norton, often affectionately called “Chippy,” is a historic market town located in the Cotswold Hills in Oxfordshire. Its name derives from the Old English ‘Cēping’, meaning ‘market’, indicating its long-standing role as a trading center. The town dates back to the medieval period, with significant growth observed during the 12th century, which laid the foundations for its rich historical tapestry.

The town’s architecture reflects its prosperous wool and tweed industry history, which thrived during the medieval period. Notable buildings include the grand St. Mary’s Church, which was built in the 15th century and showcases the wealth generated from the wool trade at the time. The town hall, another prominent structure, was constructed in the 19th century and underscores the civic pride and development of local governance.

Chipping Norton also holds a strategic location that has contributed to its historical importance. Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, it has served as a hub for nearby villages and as a gateway to this area of outstanding natural beauty. This position has made it an important stopping point and market town throughout its history.

Today, Chipping Norton remains a vibrant community with a blend of traditional shops, modern conveniences, and cultural activities. It hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the renowned Chipping Norton Literary Festival and a bustling market that continues to reflect its heritage as a market town. The blend of rich history, scenic surroundings, and a dynamic community spirit makes Chipping Norton a quintessential Cotswold town, embodying both historical charm and contemporary vitality.

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