Concert Marquee

2 days packed with music and entertainment

"Well done Heckington - another great show and a fab concert and fireworks last night."

The Concert Marquee area is packed with talent and provides a chance to sit down, relax and watch a wide variety of musical and performing arts from around the local area and beyond. ​

  •  On Sunday morning we hold an open-air church service at the Concert Marquee at 10.30am – everyone welcome
•  At 3.30pm on Sunday there is the presentation of the Horticulture, Art and Craft prizes.
Come and see who has won the largest vegetable competition!

BBC Radio Lincolnshire

The Concert Marquee is pleased to welcome BBC Radio Lincolnshire who will be transmitting live from the Show on Saturday 10am-2pm.

2026 Line Up

Lincolnshire Vocal Choir

Patcham Silver Band

The Blighty Belles

The Concert Marquee

The Concert Marquee is situated next to the Horticulture Marquees, with plenty of space to sit and relax during the day and listen to some amazing talent.

Hannah Priestley

Lucy Heath and Trip Hazard

Sons of Rodger

Charlie Russell

2026 Concert Marquee Programme

SATURDAY

9.00 – 9.45                Charlie Russell
9.45 -10.30                Hannah Priestley
10.30 -11.15              The Blighty Belles                      
11.15- 11.45              Lucy Heath Trickstars
11.45 -12.15              Patcham Silver Band
12.15 – 12.45            Hannah Priestley
12.45 -1.30                Bang Tidy
1.30. – 2.00               Lucy Heath Trickstars
2.00 – 3.00                Sons of Roger
3.00 – 3.45                Charlie Russell
3.45 -4.15                  Patcham Silver Band
4.15-5.00                   Blighty Belles
5.00 – 6.00                Bang Tidy
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​SUNDAY

9.00- 9.45                  Charlie Russell
9.45 – 10.30              Sleaford Training band
10.30 - 11.00            Heckington Methodist Church Service
                                    Sleaford Training Band & Lincs Vocal Academy
11.00 – 11.30            Lincolnshire Vocal Academy
11.30 –12.00             Lucy Heath Trickstars
12.00 -12.30              Hannah Preistley
12.30 -1.15                Patcham Silver Band
1.15 -1.45                  Lincolnshire Vocal Academy
1.45 – 2.15                Bang Tidy
2.15  3.00                  Blighty Belles
3.00 -3.30                  Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Band
3.30 -3.50                  Horticulture Prizegiving
3.50 – 4.30                Lucy Heath and Trickstars
4.30– 5.15                 Hannah Priestley and Charlie Russell
515 – 6.00                 Bang Tidy

2026 in Detail

​The Concert Marquee is indebted this year to the “Heart of Lincolnshire team” at North Kesteven District Council for their support in providing a Green Room for performers.

Charlie Russell (Saturday and Sunday)
Local singer-songwriter Charlie Russell once again opens the Concert Marquee. He releases a new album, “The Breaking Down Hotel”, for the Show on Friday 24 July, with tracks likely to feature over the weekend. A regular on BBC Introducing and the county’s live music scene, Charlie has also moved into musical theatre and will play the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz in Peterborough. Expect lively, energetic performances on the main stage.
 
Hannah Priestley (Saturday and Sunday)
Hannah Priestley is in high demand, so we are delighted she will perform on both days. A versatile vocalist, she has earned praise for a voice compared to Karen Carpenter’s. Her special set with Charlie Russell at 4.30pm on Sunday is not to be missed.
 
Blighty Belles (Saturday and Sunday)
Celebrating their 10th anniversary, The Blighty Belles are one of the UK’s leading vocal harmony groups, known for polished performances and flawless harmonies. Formed in 2016, they became favourites on the vintage circuit, appearing at heritage events, commemorations, festivals, theatres, airshows and 1940s venues including Bletchley Park. Their repertoire now includes swing, jazz, pop and musical theatre. The line-up is Tara Stafford Allen, Robyn Stafford Allen, Hannah D’Arcy-Bert and Sally Lambert.
 
Lucy Heath and Trickstars (Saturday and Sunday)
Lucy Heath and the Trickstars are regular favourites at the Concert Marquee. Lucy has qualified for the Crufts finals 20 times with five dogs and represented Heelwork to Music Team Great Britain four times, helping win three team golds. She is also an animal trainer and handler for film and television, with recent work including We Buy Any Car, Bridgerton and Silent Witness. Her TV appearances include Britain’s Got Talent, where her 2024 four-dog routine reached the final and finished fifth.
 
The Patcham Silver Band. (Saturday and Sunday) 
Patcham Silver Band, from Brighton, performs a wide range of music under James Benka-Coker. Celebrating its 80th anniversary, the band is delighted to bring an ensemble to Heckington. James and several musicians first visited the Show with Mid Sussex Brass Band and were so impressed they have returned ever since. They will perform on both days.
 

Bang Tidy (Saturday and Sunday)
Bang Tidy took the Show by storm last year and were immediately booked for both days in 2026. This Lincolnshire-based three-piece covers a wide mix of artists and genres, from Pixie Lott and Simple Minds to Kate Bush, Duran Duran, The Beatles, Sam Fender and Teddy Swims.

Sons of Rodger (Saturday Only)
Sons of Rodger, “The Little Band with The Big Sound”, features Ian White on percussion and Nigel Parsons on vocals, guitars, harmonica and songwriting. The Sheffield-based duo have performed with musicians including Frank White and Joe Cocker, with BBC Radio 1 and Introducing sessions among their credits. They join us on Saturday only.
 
Methodist Church Service Sunday 10.30
Revd Canon Alan Robson returns to lead Sunday morning worship in the Concert Marquee. Alan has served as an Agricultural Chaplain in Lincolnshire for over 25 years, supporting farming individuals and families during times of crisis. Music will be provided by Sleaford Concert Band’s Training Band, directed by Samantha Leake, and the Lincolnshire Vocal Academy Choir, conducted by Tara Thompson.
  
Sleaford Training Band (Sunday Only)
Sleaford Training Band, part of Sleaford Concert Band, is conducted by Samantha Leake and Ken Garfield. After performing last year, they return with popular music before the Church Service and will also play during Sunday worship.
Lincolnshire Vocal Academy Choir (Sunday Only)
The Lincolnshire Vocal Academy Choir, directed by Tara Thompson of the Blighty Belles, is a friendly choir that has performed at major events across the county. Rehearsing in Lincoln, Leasingham and Skegness, members will sing during Sunday’s Church Service and perform two lively sets of their own.
 
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Concert Band (Sunday Only)
The Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Concert Band, led by Director of Music Richard Joyce Dip ABRSM, ARCM, ALCM, includes concert and marching bands. Its marching band has performed at major events including the Armistice Day Ceremonies at the Menin Gate in Ypres, National Firefighters Memorial Days in London, the Lincolnshire Show and Heckington Show. Members are volunteers who proudly wear the Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue Service uniform. They will march to the Concert Marquee between Main Arena performances to play at 3.00pm.
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Contact Us

Concert Marquee
Mr Mike Lock

phone

07720 023415​

email

Mike Lock

If you or your group are interested in taking part in the Concert Marquee, please contact Mike Lock