Celebrating 75 Years Summer Festival

Start: Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:30AM
End: Saturday, June 20, 2026 4:00PM

Set within our stunning woodland campus in Ashley, the festival promises an affordable, fun?filled day for all the family, marking a milestone 75th anniversary while bringing together friends, supporters and the wider community. Visitors can enjoy an exciting range of activities and attractions, including circus skills shows and interactive workshops, Burley Alpacas, go-karting, face painting, giant bubbles, a host of traditional fairground games, a football challenge, craft activities, vintage fire service vehicles, an impressive display of classic cars, a huge tombola - with even more new attractions to be announced soon too. Local emergency services will also be attending as part of their Community Engagement Programme. Food & Drink Highlights A wide variety of food and drink will be available throughout the day, with a special mention to the ever?popular Ice Cream Bournemouth joining us, alongside a fantastic BBQ and plenty of delicious cakes served with tea, coffee or cold drinks. Upbeat Festival Music Live music throughout the day will create a true festival atmosphere, with upbeat swing, folk and pop sounds throughout the day. Performers include the hugely popular Swing Unlimited, DJ Feenix, Josh Betteridge and other talented musicians. The music programme will round off with a mini pop disco for children, ensuring younger visitors can dance and join the celebrations too. Stalls & Attractions Visitors can also browse a wide selection of quality arts, crafts, garden and gift stalls, making the event perfect for relaxed summer shopping. Quality Raffle - Amazing Prizes to Be Won The festival raffle features an exceptional line-up of prizes, including: 1st Prize: A two-night family treehouse stay in Wales, plus a Fortnum & Mason hamper 2nd Prize: £275 cash 3rd Prize: An inflatable paddleboard with accessories 4th Prize: A Fortnum & Mason hamper Plus lots more amazing prizes Entry & Practical Information Entry to the festival is by donation - cash is always welcome and perfect to have to hand as an entry donation, but there will also be other ways to pay once onsite, so everyone can support the event in a way that works for them. Free parking is available on site. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted, except for Guide and Assistance Dogs. Please refrain from smoking and vaping. All proceeds from the event will go towards gym equipment for students, supporting physical wellbeing, confidence and healthy lifestyles as part of The Sheiling Ringwood’s holistic approach to education and care. Join us at The Sheiling Ringwood School and College Horton Road, Ashley Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 2EB what3words: https://w3w.co/declines.dusters.tractor Further Information & Raffle Tickets Telephone: 01425 477488 Email: fundraising@thesheilingringwood.co.uk