The likes of Newton Faulkner and Lucy Spraggan brought the entertainment to revellers at the Wickham Festival on Friday, August 1.They topped off a day of fun as families and friends came together together to dance and enjoy the performances and activities on show.
The weekend will see a number of performers take to the stage including the Bootleg Beatles, Fisherman’s Friends, Richard Thompson, Leo Sayer, Tom Robinson and his band, and Kate Rusby. Away from the stage crowds can get involved in Morris Dancing, street theatre, yoga, silent disco, dance workshops and more.
Here are the pictures from a fantastic Friday:

5. Wickham Festival Day Two
While the first day was somewhat of a washout, Friday brought sunny skies to the Wickham Festival. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1522) Photo: Sarah Standing

6. Wickham Festival Day Two
Newton Faulkner at Wickham Festival on Friday, August 1, 2025. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1633) Photo: Sarah Standing

7. Wickham Festival Day Two
Lucy Spraggan performing at the Little Top. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1501) Photo: Sarah Standing

8. Wickham Festival Day Two
Newton Faulkner preforming songs from his repertoire since his debut album made waves in 2007. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1604) Photo: Sarah Standing

