Hello Fairporters

Well, it’s getting real now – the fields are looking great and we can’t wait to welcome you to our ‘right sized’ festival.

Whether you’re an old hand or a newbie, you’ll be aware that Cropredy does many things differently (and better) than other festivals: a very significant one is that almost uniquely, we have never imposed restrictions on anyone bringing their own food and drink.

But of course, our traders and the bar are not just there to brighten the scenery – it’s their livelihood. The brewers at Hook Norton work specifically to craft the beer we all enjoy just for our event, timing the process and transporting it at the right temperature so you can’t get anything fresher nor better – certainly not out of a flat pack canned who-knows-where however long ago. So please try to visit and support your favourite foodstall and the fabulous Cropredy bar at least once a day. We’ve kept the prices down to last year’s bargain level – we’ll be better value than ever. And we’ll be stocking a wide range of low- and no-alcohol* drinks as well as some gluten-free options as well – they went very well last year and the numbers choosing those options continues to grow. Equally importantly, you’ll be making a contribution to securing the future of the festival as the band moves into another decade of playing the music we love at the place that means the most to us all.

So let’s look forward while enjoying the present to the max, looking out for each other all the way.

Simon

*NEW for 2026! About to be released – Old Hooky Zero – a gluten free & alcohol free alternative to Cropredy’s favourite tipple!

Plus! The world famous Hook Norton Brewery Shire Horses are booked in for a Saturday lunchtime visit at the top of the field. Always a treat!