Battle Proms Picnic Concerts 2026

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Pack a picnic, chill the fizz and get ready for an afternoon of filling up with good music and great food at the UK's longest running picnic proms series. Celebrate summer with iconic music, dazzling fireworks and breathtaking displays at the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts!

Please note: Battle Proms Picnic Concerts encourage you to bring your own food and drinks!

There's so many things to do and see at the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts

Gracing stunning stately homes throughout the UK and welcoming around 40,000 visitors per year since the first concert in 1997, the ultimate 'Party in the Park' returns for it's 29th year in action!

Things to do at Battle Proms Concerts:

  • Enjoy a 2-hour orchestral programme featuring finale favourites from the 'Last Night of the Proms'
  • Bring a drink: Pour yourself a glass of something refreshing and make yourself at home
  • Battle Proms Cavalry: Discover British cavalry through the ages with dramatic horseback displays
  • Vintage Delights: Revive a bygone era with the Victory Swing dancers, plus fascinating WWII and Napoleonic living history exhibits
  • The Red Devils: See the UK's favourite daredevils stage an incredible parachute jump display!
  • Battle Proms Belles: Pop those champagne corks, tap those toes and sing along with glorious vintage harmonies
  • Grace Spitfire: Wave your flags as this legendary Spitfire flies and awe-inspiring display in the skies above the concert
  • New English Concert Orchestra: Performing uplifting favourites from film, TV and the musicals plus timeless classics like the 1812 Overture
  • Young Talents: Enjoy the incredible talents of young soloists playing select pieces with the orchestra
  • Cannons: A unique, ground-shaking spectacle as over 200 cannons fire alongside music by Beethoven and Tchaikovsky
  • Musketfire: Napoleonic infantry accompany the musicians with dramatic volley fire
  • Last Night of the Proms: Watch a magnificent musical firework display that lights up the sky!

Hosted in three stunning stately homes across the UK

Whether you're after an extra special musical experience, an unforgettable afternoon with your nearest and dearest or a party in the park with the perfect picnic, pack your hampers and head to one of the finest stately houses in the UK!

Book tickets now for Battle Proms Picnic Concerts live across the UK in 2026!

Location

Highclere Castle

Highclere Park,
Highclere,
Newbury,
RG20 9RN
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Burghley House

Peterborough,
Stamford,
PE9 3JY
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Hatfield Park

Hatfield,
Hertfordshire,
AL9 5NQ
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How to find us

The Battle Proms Picnic Concerts 2026 are hosted in various venues throughout the UK. 

Please continue reading to find the full dates, events and locations.

  • 11th July 2026 - Burghley House: Burghley House, Peterborough, Stamford PE9 3JY
  • 18th July 2026 - Hatfield Park: Hatfield Park, Church Lane, Hatfield AL9 5HX
  • 1st August 2026 - Highclere Castle: Highclere Castle, Highclere Park, Highclere, Newbury RG20 9RN

Please note: For more information on your location, please visit the 'Find Us' section on your chosen event page. 

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Parking
  • Public transport accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Are the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts suitable for children?

Yes! The Battle Proms Picnic Concerts are a perfect way to introduce children to live orchestral music in a fun, informal setting. 

For entertainment for children, there are traditional fairground stalls, aerial displays, fireworks and more. 

  • Very young children may benefit from a pair of junior ear defenders for noise sensitivity
  • As a guideline, Battle Proms recommend a ratio of one adult supervising three children under 16. 
  • Blank wristbands are available at the Info point - please feel free to take one, write your phone number on it and secure it to your child's wrist.
Can I bring food and drink to the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts?

Yes! Battle Proms encourages you to bring your own basket full of delicious dishes. This includes bringing your own alcohol, glassware and cutlery. 

  • Please note: Knives permitted on-site are restricted to 5 inch or under domestic knives and folding knives with a 3 inch blade or under.
Is there parking at the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts?

Yes, there is a plethora of free parking on the various sites. 

Distances from the car park to the concert entrances will vary but is usually around 50 - 350 metres. 

There is no overnight parking. 

Are the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts dog-friendly?

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the event with loud noises, vibrant displays and open food everywhere, dogs are not permitted at the Battle Proms venues.

Assistance dogs are permitted - please make sure these animals are easily identifiable, and please bring your own waste disposal bags. 

Are the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Battle Proms Picnic Concerts are extremely accessible for all audience members.

  • Located on open air grass arenas with little or no hard-standing or pathways.
  • Disabled car parking, entrance and toilets available. 
  • Stewards are positioned throughout the auditorium to assist when necessary.
  • Large screen next to the stage depicting close-ups of performances
  • There is no viewing platform due to seated audiences.

Unfortunately, Battle Proms are unable to provide a wheelchair hire facility.

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Burghley House: Battle Proms Concert 2026

Book Burghley House Battle Proms tickets for 2026 and experience the best of British culture at Burghley House! Suitable for all ages

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Hatfield Park: Battle Proms Concert 2026

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Highclere Castle: Battle Proms Concert 2026

Spend the summer with the ultimate Party in the Park at Highclere Castle's Battle Proms 2026! Suitable for all ages

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