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Jenny Malyon Chair

Photography by Kate Shemilt

‘The Burton Bradstock Festival would not happen if it were not for a small army of volunteers. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who help to make this unique event possible

Jenny Malyon, Chair

“Burton Bradstock Festival 2026 will start with the Spring Concert on 5 June, getting us into the groove again. The dates for concerts this year are from 18 August until the Gala Evening on Friday 21 August.
Tickets are available from the Bridport Tourist Information Office.
David Juritz has done his usual magic and put together a first-class festival with an array of amazing music and musicians. 
We love welcoming back our regular visitors as well as seeing new faces who come to the Burton Bradstock Festival. We thank all our sponsors, whose contributions are vital to support the future of this well-established festival.
The Art team are putting together an exhibition of local artists work and craft, which will all be for sale and will run from 15 –23  August.”

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“The music is fantastic, but what makes the festival so special and unique is its small-scale, The Burton Bradstock Festival, however, would not happen if it were not for a small army of volunteers. The village becomes a hive of activity as local people prepare to accommodate the performers and cater for the visitors. One of the lunchtime recitals includes a picnic lunch. And no visitor will forget their first taste of Burton Bradstock’s famous homemade cakes with tea on the Rectory Garden lawn.
‘It’s very much a community affair. Local volunteers will be busy building the stage in the church along with the various marquees. Volunteers will be on hand to help 1,000 audience members find their seats. 
‘So I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who help to make this unique event possible. Our small but dedicated organising committee whose work starts as soon as last year’s festival finishes. My thanks also to our catering team, cake bakers, stewards, programme sellers, the ‘heavy’ gang and the Art Exhibition organisers and helpers. A special thanks to the villagers who open their homes to accommodate the visiting musicians. Another big thank you to our Friends, Patrons and Sponsors and the many others who help in a multitude of ways.
Inevitably from time-to-time people move or move on or simply have to drop out sometimes, so we are always looking for anyone who would enjoy working with our dedicated team in any of the roles that support the festival. If you can and would like to cook with our lovely group of cooks or can help in any administrative role, please email me and I’ll be pleased to meet you.”

‘Please come and join us and be part of the  team.’
Jenny Malyon Chair
BBF

44th FESTIVAL

15-23 AUGUST 2026

Classical, jazz, folk and world music with internationally acclaimed performers and a nine-day exhibition featuring some of the finest art and ceramics in the South West