Proms In The Paddock 2026

Our Partner

Proms in the Paddock 2026 is held in partnership with

Herbert Scott – Chartered Financial Planners

Established in 1996 by David Herbert and Kevin Scott, Herbert Scott continues to abide by the founding principle of culture before profit — putting the relationship with clients, staff and community at the heart of everything they do.

Over the years the business has grown into a thriving, successful firm that is strong, safe and proud of the work it does. Based in the historic County Town of Lewes, East Sussex, with an established, loyal following of clients throughout the South East and London.

Herbert Scott are Chartered Financial Planners — the industry's gold standard — with core values of integrity, sustainability and learning.

Visit herbertscott.co.uk

The Event

What is Proms in the Paddock?

Proms in the Paddock is a unique and hugely popular event brought to you each summer by Commercial Square Bonfire Ltd. It all takes place in 'The Paddock', a long-established playing field in the heart of Lewes, surrounded by beautiful trees and overlooked by Lewes' historic castle.

Gates open at 3pm — find your perfect spot on the grass, grab a pint from the bar and something delicious from the food stalls. From 4pm you'll be treated to a wonderful line-up of live music that will carry you through to a perfect summer evening.

This year's event is held in partnership with Herbert Scott – Chartered Financial Planners.

Saturday 1st August 2026

3:00 pm Gates Open

4:00 pm Music Starts

4:00 – 4:45 Lewes Rock Choir

4:45 – 5:00 Interval

5:00 – 6:15 Lewes Glynde & Beddingham Brass

6:15 – 6:30 Interval

6:30 – 8:00 Schools Out

8:00 – 8:30 Interval

8:30 – 10:00 Fat Belly Jones

10:00 pm Gates Close

A chat at the bar

The BBQ Crew

Fancy a cuppa?

The Sweet Shop

The Bands

Four fantastic acts to carry you through the afternoon and evening

4:00 – 4:45 pm

Lewes Rock Choir

Award-winning national phenomenon, Rock Choir was the first contemporary choir of its kind — offering an accessible, inclusive experience for amateur singers. With over 33,000 members across 400+ local communities, it brings an uplifting spirit of fun, friendship and community.

There are no auditions and no requirement to read music. Everyone is welcome. Visit rockchoir.com or call 01252 714276 to find out more.

5:00 – 6:15 pm

Lewes Glynde & Beddingham Brass

LGB Brass is based at the All Saints Centre in Lewes — a traditional brass band with a wide-ranging repertoire. You'll hear everything from traditional marches to virtuosic solos, orchestral transcriptions, music from stage and screen, and pop songs.

They play at local fêtes, weddings, Eastbourne Bandstand, and put on their own concerts. Find out more at lgbbrass.co.uk.

6:30 – 8:00 pm

Schools Out

School's Out is a covers band based in the South of England, made up entirely of teachers. Their name perfectly captures their spirit — celebrating the joy of being out of school and playing the songs you forgot you loved.

With vibrant energy and spot-on performances, they bring new life to classic hits that take audiences back to those unforgettable moments. Every show is a joyful trip down memory lane.

8:30 – 10:00 pm

Fat Belly Jones

Fat Belly Jones is an 8, 9 or even 10-piece band from the Brighton area, playing tunes you can't help jumping to. We is SKA, we is SOUL, we is FAT, we is none of us called JONES!!

The perfect way to round off a brilliant evening in the Paddock — come ready to dance.

Tickets

Advance Best Value

Adult (16+) £12

Child (5–16) £5

Under 5s Free

Available online until 1st August. A small admin fee is charged by Jumblebee.

Buy on Jumblebee

On the Gate

Adult (16+) £15

Child (5–16) £5

Under 5s Free

Gate tickets available from 1st August on the day of the event.

Pay on the gate — cash & card accepted

Local Outlets

Tickets are also available in person from:

Tourist Information Centre, Cliffe High Street, Lewes
The Brewers Arms, Lewes

Advance prices apply at local outlets

Click here for more information about Jumblebee

Food & Drink

Keep yourself refreshed and well fed throughout the afternoon and evening

The Bar

CSBS run an excellent bar where you can stock up with Harveys, Cider, Pimm's and a range of wines and spirits. The perfect companion to a summer afternoon's music.

BBQ

We run a BBQ stall where you can buy tasty burgers and sausages supplied by Richards Butchers of Lewes. Veggie options are always available.

Tea & Cakes

Tea and coffee is on sale along with a great selection of homemade cakes. The perfect British summer combination.

Fun for Everyone

There's plenty to keep the kids busy — tombola, sideshows, a sweet shop, and a large open space for them to run around in. Something for all the family.

Getting There

The Paddock is in central Lewes, around a 10-minute walk from the train station — postcode BN7 1UU

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By Train

There are regular rail services to and from Lewes provided by Southern. Visit National Rail for timetables and information.

By Car & Parking

Apart from a limited number of disabled spaces, there is no parking at the event. Information on parking in and around Lewes can be found on the Lewes District Council website.

For disabled parking, please email us at contact@promsinthepaddock.co.uk in advance.

On Foot

The Paddock is approximately a 10-minute walk from Lewes train station, through the town centre. Follow signs for Lewes Castle and The Paddock is nearby.

Contact Us

Proms in the Paddock is a Commercial Square Bonfire Ltd event.

contact@promsinthepaddock.co.uk