🎻The Only Night of the Winchfield Proms - A Spectacular Experience

Experience all the colour, pageantry and celebration of a Last Night of the Proms–style concert as Docklands Sinfonia, conducted by David Gibson bring orchestral favourites to the Winchfield Festival.

This uplifting, family-friendly evening blends much-loved classical works with rousing, patriotic and popular classics, performed with energy, warmth and a strong sense of occasion. Expect stirring melodies, joyful moments and plenty of opportunities to join in as the atmosphere builds towards a thrilling finale.

A perfect way to come together as a community — this promises to be one of the most memorable nights of the festival.

✨ The Music

Performed by the outstanding Docklands Sinfonia, which is conducted by David Gibson, this is a night of drama, virtuosity, and pure celebration.

First Half – Orchestral Showpieces

• Rossini – William Tell Overture 

• Bruch – Violin Concerto No.1

The evening opens with Rossini’s William Tell Overture - a thrilling musical journey from a serene Alpine dawn to a dramatic storm, building to its famous, exhilarating finale.

This is followed by Bruch’s Violin Concerto No.1, one of the most loved works in the repertoire, combining soaring melodies with dazzling virtuosity, particularly in its unforgettable slow movement.

Second Half - Proms Favourites

• Tchaikovsky –1812 Overture

• Henry Wood - Fantasia on British Sea Songs

• Elgar – Pomp & Circumstance No.1

• Parry – Jerusalem

• The National Anthem

Think Last Night of the Proms… but in the heart of Winchfield.

A brilliant live orchestra, huge classical favourites, and a second half packed with the music everyone knows - Jerusalem, Land of Hope & Glory, and more.

Whether you’re a classical regular or just fancy a fantastic summer evening, this is a feel-good highlight of the festival.

Bring a flag, bring friends, and get ready to sing along.

---

🌟 Why you shouldn’t miss it

From the drama of Rossini and Bruch to the uplifting spirit of the Last Night tradition, this is one of the standout events of the festival - perfect for both classical music lovers and first-time concertgoers.

👉 Book early – this will be a popular night

---

🍕 Food & Drink

Make an evening of it at the Winchfield Festival with food and drink available on site before the performance.

We’ll be joined by a selection of fantastic local food vendors, including:

• Elio’s Pizza
• Peppones
• Kickin’ Chicken Shack
• The Roaring Donkey

The Barley Mow will also be running the festival bar, with drinks available throughout the afternoon and evening.

Gates open at 5pm so there will be plenty of opportunity to enjoy great food, a drink with friends, and the full festival atmosphere before the music begins.

5pm
Gates Open

8pm – 10pm
Headline Performance- The Only Night of the Winchfield Proms performed by The Docklands Sinfonia

Enjoy the Festival. Support the future.

The Winchfield Festival is a charity that raises funds to support music education for children in local schools, helping young people discover the joy of learning and performing music.

Every ticket you buy helps provide instruments, lessons and opportunities that inspire the next generation.