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Free Events At Nevill Holt Festival

Throughout the festival period we are delighted to present family-friendly, free entertainment available on the grounds.

FREE EVENTS 2026

PRE OPERA TALKS

Assistant Director Rosie Kat takes you behind the scenes with unique insights into Donizetti’s opera and this new production 29th May – 7th June

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MUSIC

Oakham School Big Band | Saturday 30 May | Various TImes – More info

Melton Band | Saturday 30 May, 6th and 13th June| Various TImes – More info

Stamford Stompers Dixieland Jazz Band | Saturday 31st May, 7th and 13th June | Various TImes – More info

Harriet Jane Music | Sunday 14th June | 15:00-16:00 – More info

Sea Shanties and Folksongs | Thursday 18th June | 17:00-17:30 – More info

I Sing Because I’m Happy: The DRET Staff Choir | Thursday 18th June | 17:00-17:30 – More info

Market Harborough Ukuele Group | Saturday 30th May & Sunday 14th June | Various Times

Foxtones Band | Sunday 21st June | Various Times – More info

ACTIVITIES ON THE GROUNDS

School Readers | 6th, 7th, 14th and 20th June | Various TImes – More info

Weavers in Residence | Saturday 13th June | 10:30-14:30 – More info

Heritage Stonecraft | Saturday 13th June | 10:45 – all day – More info

Summerfield + Scott: A Live Demonstration | Saturday 13th June | Various times – More in

Beer, Bread and Bar Snacks: A Historic Exhibit | Sunday 14th June | 10 am – all day – More info

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