Battle Proms returns to Highclere Castle this weekend

The military-themed music spectacle that is Battle Proms is returning to Highclere Castle this weekend.

The open-air picnic concert takes place on the grounds of the Grade 1 listed country house on Saturday, July 30 with tickets still available.

Battle Proms will feature live orchestral music, choreographed Spitfire and parachute displays, cannon fire and cavalry demonstrations and a musical firework finale.

Since 2004, Battle Proms has been supporting military charities, such as SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, which has been the Battle Proms chosen charity since 2018.

Director of fundraising for SSAFA Jonathan Sandall said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Battle Proms for the fifth year running.

“The summer concerts are a huge part of our events calendar and we feel privileged to be involved again.

“To date, we have raised an outstanding £500,000 to help fund SSAFA’s vital work supporting members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.

“With the country facing an almost unprecedented cost of living crisis following hard on the heels of a two year pandemic, never has this support been more important.

“So, a huge thank you to everyone who has bought a ticket this year, and to those that haven’t yet, it’s not too late and it really is a brilliant day for all to enjoy!”

The picnic concert series, which also takes place at Blenheim Palace, Burghley House and Hatfield House, is celebrating its 25th year of operation in 2022.

Tickets are priced at £47 online or £50 on the door.