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SUMMARY:Convoy In The Park @ Donington Park
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get TRUCKIN’!!!! \nConvoy in the Park thunders back to Donington for an action-packed celebration of truck racing and road life on 8/9 August. \nThousand-horsepower titans in the British Truck Racing Championship will headline the track competition\, with five truck races across the weekend\, plus Pickup Truck racing. Several support series from the British Automobile Racing Club (BARC) will complete the on-track schedule. \nA fantastic line-up of family fun awaits too\, with a sprawling off-track entertainment programme\, featuring hundreds of spectacular show trucks as part of a dazzling display – plus enjoy live music and the adrenaline-filled live action arena. With top truck manufacturers\, exhibitors and activities for all ages\, this is the ultimate trucking-themed festival for all the family. \nAn amazing weekend awaits\, with the added bonus of Skimmity Hitchers on stage on the Sunday night!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/convoy-in-the-park-donington-park/
LOCATION:Devon
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
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SUMMARY:Thorpy's Tractor Fest @ The Coach & Horses\, Cadnam
DESCRIPTION:TRAAAAAAACTUUUURRRRR!!!!! \nProper excited to be getting knee deep in cider and dung at Thorpy’s Tractor Fest in the New Forest. \nSet in a field behind a pub with bands\, booze and (you’ve guessed it) more old Fordsons and Massey Fergusons than you could shake a shepherd’s crook at\, this is a good old fashioned day out with your family or drinking mates. \nMore details to come but stick it in yer diaries now!!!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/thorpys-tractor-fest-the-coach-horses-cadnam/
LOCATION:The Coach & Horses\, 11 Southampton Rd\, Cadnam\, Hampshire\, SouthaSO40 2NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260609T201131Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T201131Z
UID:1820-1785628800-1785715199@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Outcider Festival\, Somerset
DESCRIPTION:The one and only Outcider Festival is BACK on July 30th – August 2nd. \nLocated at Fernhill Farm in the Mendip Hills just south of Bristol\, Outcider brings 499 lucky people together for the best cider and music mash-up in the universe. \n35+ original acts playing on two alternating stages (no clashes!). Throw in come cider-obics\, tuk tuk tours\, skittles\, cider-obics and open mic and you’ve got one of the friendliest grassroots gatherings imaginable. \nThis year’s headliners are The Molotovs\, Skinny Lister & Pet Needs with an amazing supporting bill including The Barefoot Bandit\, Mother Vulture\, Skimmity Hitchers\, Bridget. Rotten Boroughs\, Native James\, Monkey Bizzle\, The Dirt and many more. \nWeekend tickets from £109.  \n1\,2\,3 & 4 day options available. \nTent camping included in all tickets. \nLive-in vehicles for an extra charge.
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/outcider-festival/
LOCATION:Fernhill Farm\, Cheddar Road\, Compton Martin\, Somerset\, BS40 6LD
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260624T132312Z
CREATED:20260624T132242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T132312Z
UID:1896-1782604800-1782691199@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fernhill Festival\, Somerset
DESCRIPTION:Our favourite freaky friends at Fernhill Farm are throwing a party on 26-28 June in the Mendip Hills. \nIt’s a word-of-mouth kind of event so if you’re reading this\, then you are in the know 🙂 \nIncredibly cheap day and weekend tickets\, with camping included. \nWe’re playing on the Sunday evening but there’s loads of good stuff happening all weekend including Dub Pistols\, Pronghorn\, DJ Chris Tofu\, Slamboree Sound System and more besides. \nAll info at https://www.fernhillfestival.uk/ \nCheck it out and book yerselves in!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/fernhill-festival-somerset/
LOCATION:Fernhill Farm\, Cheddar Road\, Compton Martin\, Somerset\, BS40 6LD
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T235900
DTSTAMP:20260501T104218Z
CREATED:20260410T221937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T104218Z
UID:1845-1782500400-1782518340@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Tin Cat\, Weymouth
DESCRIPTION:We’re BACK in the Bad Town On The Coast!!!! As you all know by now\, there ain’t no party like a Weymouth party…  \nFriday 26th June 2026 @ The Tin Cat \nSKIMMITY HITCHERS \nPlus support from TYPICAL GIRLS \n7pm til late \nTickets £10 advance online* or from the Tin Cat bar. \nAges 18+ \nThe Tin Cat\n19 St Edmund St\nWeymouth DT4 8AR \n*online tickets subject to 70p booking fee
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/the-tin-cat-weymouth/
LOCATION:The Tin Cat\, 19 St Edmund St\, Weymouth\, Dorset\, DT4 8AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T230000
DTSTAMP:20260410T105701Z
CREATED:20260410T105701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T105701Z
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SUMMARY:Nettle Eating Weekend! The Bottle Inn\, Dorset
DESCRIPTION:NETTLE APPRECIATION WEEKEND 2026 \nReal ale and cider festival\, live music\, as well as the legendary stinging nettle eating and growing competitions. \n19th – 21st June \n———————- \nSKIMMITY HITCHERS will headline the Friday night 19th June\, kicking off the summer solstice weekend in scrumpy style.\n“Rising from the cider soaked floors of Dorset’s back street boozers\, the Skimmity Hitchers now roam the full girth of the West Country and beyond. Bringing their dry and fruity blend of Scrumpy & Western music to venues\, festivals and fairs\, these scrumpy swillin’ reprobates appeal to young and old\, and everyone from folkies to cider punks\, beardy badgers to shifty blaggers.\nThe ‘Hitchers blend razor sharp parodies and original material with a raucous stage show\, spontaneous audience interaction\, cheeky banter and general cider shenanigans…” \nOi! Listen up\, you! \n\nhttps://skimmityhitchers.bandcamp.com/ \n———————— \nSupport will come from Peter Burns.\n“Melodic songs\, finger style guitar\, percussion and live looping. One man\, big sound\, no backing tracks!\nPeter is a singer/songwriter from Belfast playing in bands\, song writing and recording for thirty years. He plays a mix of new and familiar music blending original songs with re-workings of popular songs and forgotten music in a unique finger picking style.\nUtilising loop pedal and percussion he produces a fuller sound than you’d expect from a solo performer. A multi-instrumentalist\, he has recorded seventeen albums\nand dozens of singles of his own material with various bands and as a solo artist.”\n\nhttps://peterburns.bandcamp.com \n————————\n\nNETTLE APPRECIATION WEEKEND – 19th – 21st June 2026 \nFriday + Sunday there will be no entry fee. \nSaturday entry will cost £5. \nYou receive 1 beer glass + 1 token for 1/2 pint on entry. \nOpening times\, full music line up\, beer and cider details + more info TBA at bottleinn.uk
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/nettle-eating-weekend-the-bottle-inn-dorset/
LOCATION:The Bottle Inn\, Marshwood\, Dorset\, DT6 5QJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20251217T110534Z
CREATED:20251217T110351Z
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UID:1797-1780704000-1780790399@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dorset Tractor Fest\, Shaftesbury
DESCRIPTION:Dorset’s hottest new family festival where legendary rock\, pop and country music 🎸 meets the very best of tractors and rural fun and entertainment 🚜  \n5th June to 7th June 2026 \nTurnpike Showground\, Shaftesbury  \nSkimmity Hitchers are proper excited to be playing this tractor-tastic event! It’s right up our farm track and we’ll be spreading our Scrumpy & Western muck on Saturday afternoon\, 6th June. \nhttps://www.dorsettractorfest.co.uk
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/dorset-tractor-fest/
LOCATION:Devon
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T220000
DTSTAMP:20260323T101551Z
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UID:1828-1780682400-1780696800@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Scrumpy & Western Special @ The Cider Box\, Bristol
DESCRIPTION:A very special night of proper cider\, and proper music\, as SKIMMITY HITCHERS return to The Cider Box in Bristol on Friday 5th June. \nThe much-loved West Country wrong’uns will be debuting some brand new material alongside plenty of their classic parodies and original tracks. \nOur celebration of 60 years of Scrumpy & Western music\, pioneered by those legends Adge Cutler & The Wurzels. \nThis is a strictly limited 80 ticket event and early booking is highly recommended! \nhttps://hdfst.uk/e150999 \nSupport act TBA \nThe Cider Box is Bristol’s premier destination for real cider in a near-secret\, city location. Come and join us for an unmissable night that celebrates West Country culture at its finest! \nArch 5\, Silverthorne Ln\, Bristol BS2 0QD \nAges 14+\n14-17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 ratio
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/scrumpy-western-special-the-cider-box-bristol/
LOCATION:The Cider Box\, Arch 5\, Silverthorne Lane\, Bristol\, BS2 0QD
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T120000
DTSTAMP:20251027T222343Z
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UID:1643-1779458400-1779710400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cursus Festival\, Dorset
DESCRIPTION:The best little music and cider festival in Dorset! \n22nd – 24th May bank holiday weekend. \nJust 499 tickets available. \nFamily and dog friendly. \nBrilliant line-up of local\, national and international live acts including Saturday night headliners Peat & Diesel \nAdult Weekend from £109 inc. tent camping \nKIDS GO FREE with a family weekend ticket!!! \nTickets and festival info HERE
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/cursus-festival-dorset-2/
LOCATION:Cranborne Chase Cider\, Myncen Farm\, Minchington\, Dorset\, DT11 8DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260501T103758Z
CREATED:20260501T103758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T103758Z
UID:1862-1778889600-1778975999@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Convoy On The Plains\, Thruxton Race Circuit
DESCRIPTION:TRUCKIN’ELL!!!! \nSummat new and exciting for us as we head to the famous Thruxton Race Circuit in ‘Ampshire for a wild weekend of truck racing and assorted other attractions at Convoy On The Plains \nTrucks\, entertainment\, live music\, fairground\, stunt shows\, trade stands\, kids’ attractions and more! \nWe’re playing on the evening of Saturday 16th May but the fun continues on the Sunday too. \nTicket information: \nAdult Tickets\nSaturday – £25\nSunday – £25\nWeekend – £46 \nTeen Tickets (13-15 years old)\nSaturday – £7\nSunday – £7\nWeekend – £10 \nCHILDREN 12 & UNDER GO FREE \nCamping\nStandard Pitch – £42\nStandard Pitch with Hook Up – £80\nLarge Pitch with Hook Up – £95 \nGrandstand Seats\nSaturday – £5\nSunday – £5\nGrandstand seats are a separate ticket \nPaddock Access\nAccess to the paddock for is free for all ticket holders
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/convoy-on-the-plains-thruxton-race-circuit/
LOCATION:Thruxton Race Circuit\, Andover\, Hampshire\, SP11 8PN
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T230000
DTSTAMP:20260305T150926Z
CREATED:20260305T150926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T150926Z
UID:1817-1778868000-1778886000@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:'Franklin's Night' @ Sandford Orchards\, Devon
DESCRIPTION:Behold a mighty fine night of tradition\, mischief\, music… and CIDER! \nThrilled to be back at Sandford Orchards in Crediton for their annual Franklin’s Night event. \nTickets are on sale NOW with a very limited capacity in amongst the barrels of the Sandford Orchards tap room: \nhttps://www.sandfordorchards.co.uk/events/franklins-night/ \nOur gig there last year was hands down one of our best of the year and we can’t wait to go back!  \nThe best large-scale cider making company in the country\, and some of the darned nicest people too. \nOh\, and if you don’t know what Franklin’s Night is… you’d better read up on it now… \nhttps://www.sandfordorchards.co.uk/blog/franklins-night-devil-cidermaker/
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/franklins-night-sandford-orchards-devon/
LOCATION:Sandford Orchards\, The Cider Works\, Commonmarsh Lane\, Crediton\, Devon\, EX17 1HJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T230000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145754Z
CREATED:20260305T145754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T145754Z
UID:1812-1777734000-1777762800@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Seaton Cider Bash\, Devon
DESCRIPTION:Oh we do like to be beside the seaside!  \nEspecially when there’s a ruddy cider festival in town!!! \nSeaton Gateway Theatre is proud to launch its brand new music festival\, bringing TWO nights of incredible live music to the heart of the town on Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd May 2026.  \nhttps://gatewaytheatre.co.uk/event/1173673051/ \nThe event spanning over two days will introduce a phenomenal line-up of local music: \nFRIDAY – Leonian Dream\, Stompin’ Dave\, THE BAREFOOT BANDIT\n\nSATURDAY – Plain Sailing\, Absent Minds\, Jurassic Crocks\, Echo Town\, THE SKIMMITY HITCHERS \nExpect crowd-pleasing favourites\, cider bars\, and delicious food vendors — all the ingredients for an unforgettable festival atmosphere. This will be our biggest event of the year and the first festival at the venue since 2019.  \nOver 600 music lovers will be joining us for a weekend of great tunes\, great drinks\, and great vibes 🍻🎸
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/seaton-cider-bash-devon/
LOCATION:Seaton Gateway\, Fore Street\, Seaton\, Devon\, EX12 2LE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260206T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T100000
DTSTAMP:20251027T221800Z
CREATED:20251027T221800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T221800Z
UID:1638-1770386400-1770631200@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:In Cider Festival\, Weston-super-Mare
DESCRIPTION:An amazing winter weekender at Sand Bay holiday park near Weston-super-Mare! \n6th – 8th February 2026 \nOriginal live music and seaside entertainment with accommomodation\, meals and a swimming pool thrown in to the bargain! \nWeekend tickets from £209pp \nDay and Weekend tickets without accommodation from £42 (inc. evening meal) \nAll info at www.inciderfestival.com
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/in-cider-festival-weston-super-mare-2/
LOCATION:Sand Bay Holiday Village\, 67 Beach Road\, Kewstoke\, Somerset\, BS22 9UR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T235900
DTSTAMP:20251217T105719Z
CREATED:20251217T105719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T105719Z
UID:1794-1768678200-1768694340@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rich's Cider Wassail!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 17th Janury at the Rich’s Cider annual Charity Wassail\, where we’ll be singing\, dancing & drinking plenty of  award-winning cider! 🍺🍎 \nA Wassail is a traditional Somerset ceremony carried out to bless an orchard. It’s an ancient practise we keep alive here at the Farm\, complete with rituals involving tree roots\, shotguns\, and\, of course\, cider\, to ward off bad spirits and ensure a good harvest for the year to come. \nThere’ll be delicious hot food on sale all evening from The Cider Press Restaurant\, and two fully stocked bars. The Skimmity Hitchers will be performing for us\, playing their classic Scrumpy and Western music with a 21st Century twist. \nAs we celebrate all things cider on this winter’s night\, we’ll be raising money for local charity In Charley’s Memory. \nTickets are limited and unfortunately\, they won’t be available on the night. You can get yours today by following the link below\, or by visiting our Farm Shop!\n\nPlease note our tickets are digital this year\, do not buy tickets from unauthorised sellers\, lots of fake tickets were being sold last year so please be vigilant and only purchase tickets through us! \nPurchase your tickets now to avoid disappointment – no tickets available on the gate!!!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/richs-cider-wassail-2/
LOCATION:Rich’s Cider Farm\, Watchfield\, Highbridge\, Somerset
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T230000
DTSTAMP:20251217T104649Z
CREATED:20251217T104542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T104649Z
UID:1790-1768590000-1768604400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bristol Urban Wassail @ Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Prepare yourself for a night of cider-fuelled\, nearly-traditional music and performance on Friday 16th January as the Bristol Urban Wassail returns to Exchange on Old Market. \nLive music comes from cult Scrumpy & Western band Skimmity Hitchers with support from The Shinkickers (featuring members of legendary Bristol cider-punk outfit The Surfin’ Turnips) and one-man agricultural hip-hop supremo Corky. \nThe night will also feature the traditional “Old Market Wassail” play\, written and performed by members of the audience in true DIY spirit. Expect to encounter home-made costumes\, questionable accents and the gaffa taping of toast to Apple Tree Man. \nTickets are £13 + b/f from hdfst.uk/e137808 \nReal cider will be available on the bar\, to help proceedings flow merrily along. \nThe Wassail is an ancient rural tradition of blessing orchards for a successful incoming harvest\, and many such events happen around the time of Twelfth Night across the West Country. This specifically Bristol event\, however\, has a distinctly urban twist with an emphasis on participation and fun. \nEntry requirements: 14+\, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/bristol-urban-wassail-exchange/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Old Market\, Bristol\, BS2 0EJ
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T230000
DTSTAMP:20251027T220947Z
CREATED:20251027T220947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T220947Z
UID:1633-1766260800-1766271600@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:An Awkward Christmas with Skimmity Hitchers & Aubrey Blakeledge
DESCRIPTION:Extra-county cousins SKIMMITY HITCHERS and AUBREY BLAKELEDGE team up for a night of riotous wrongness and pre-Christmas fun! \nSaturday 20th December \nA strictly limited capacity\, intimate night at Southampton’s legendary live music venue The Hobbit. \nTickets on sale now:\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/awkwardstrawberry/t-rpemvnx \n£15 ADV\n£17 OTD \nDoors 8pm
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/an-awkward-christmas-with-skimmity-hitchers-aubrey-blakeledge/
LOCATION:The Hobbit\, 134 Bevois Valley Rd\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, SO14 0JZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T233000
DTSTAMP:20251118T095919Z
CREATED:20251118T095919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T095919Z
UID:1674-1766176200-1766187000@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pre-Xmas Cracker @ The Ropemakers\, Bridport
DESCRIPTION:Proper job! \nWhat would Christmas be without Skimmity Hitchers coming to Bridport\, getting smashed and abusing the locals?! \nAs traditional as turkey\, tinsel and falling out with your in-laws\, let’s get the festive season underway in style. \nAll-day drinking acceptable. Dress to impress. \nFriday 19th December\nMusic from 8.30pm \nGet in early to have a natter\, buy some late Xmas prezzies and secure your place in the moshpit. \nFREE ENTRY!\nThe Ropemakers\n36 West St\, Bridport\, Dorset DT6 3QP
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/pre-xmas-cracker-the-ropemakers-bridport/
LOCATION:The ropemakers\, 36 West St\, Bridport\, Dorset\, DT6 3QP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T230000
DTSTAMP:20250909T113156Z
CREATED:20250909T111843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T113156Z
UID:1600-1765998000-1766012400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Prince Albert\, Stroud (supporting Mad Dog Mcrea)
DESCRIPTION:Thrilled to be back on the bill with the amazing Mad Dog Mcrea! \nOur first time at the legendary Prince Albert in Stroud\, so double the excitement and madness… \nVery limited ticket availability for this intimate (but raucous!) affair so please book tickets ASAP to avoid disappointment. \nSee you down the front you mad badgers all!!!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/the-prince-albert-stroud-supporting-mad-dog-mcrea/
LOCATION:The Prince Albert\, Rodborough Hill\, Stroud\, GL5 3SS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T220000
DTSTAMP:20251217T103656Z
CREATED:20251027T215623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T103656Z
UID:1621-1765040400-1765058400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:ALBUM LAUNCH! A very special happening at Shire Hall\, Dorchester
DESCRIPTION:BEHOLD! \nA very special gig to launch the new Skimmity Hitchers “least worst of” album\, celebrating 15 years of delicious Scrumpy & Western wrongness. \nThe gig is happening in the Old Courts at the Shire Hall in Dorchester\, an atmospheric and hugely significant historic Dorset location. It served as Dorset’s courthouse from 1797 until 1955. Through that time\, it saw everything from the 1834 trial of the Tolpuddle Martyrs\, to victims of mesmerism\, child perpetrators and infamous Dorset smugglers. It is now a public museum offering a fascinating insight into ideas of justice and injustice. \nThis is a seated event and tickets are strictly limited in number. Early advance booking is highly recommended. \nThis is an 18+ event. \nPlease follow this link for full event\, ticket and accessibility info: \nhttps://skimmityhitchers.bigcartel.com/product/album-launch-dorchester\n\nGonna be a belter\, folks… best get involved!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/1621/
LOCATION:Shire Hall Museum\, High W St\, Dorchester\, Dorset\, Dorset DT1 1UY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T230000
DTSTAMP:20250611T102716Z
CREATED:20250310T123312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T102716Z
UID:1499-1763231400-1763247600@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sandford Orchards Saturday Sessions\, Crediton
DESCRIPTION:We’re really excited to be playing at the very home of Devon cider-making giants Sandford Orchards on Saturday 15th November. \nThe event is happening in the cidery tap room with a very limited capacity\, making this an intimate and special gig for all luvvers of Scrumpy & Western! \nhttps://www.sandfordorchards.co.uk/events/skimmity-hitchers/ \nTickets are £15.\nNo tickets will be available on the door.\nEvents 18 years +\nDoors 6.30pm Music from 7.30pm.\nExpected finishing time of 10pm.\nLast bar orders 11pm. \nOur stonebaked pizzas will be available to purchase on the evening. \nThe Cider Works\, Commonmarsh Lane\, Crediton EX17 1HJ
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/sandford-orchards-saturday-sessions-crediton/
LOCATION:Sandford Orchards\, The Cider Works\, Commonmarsh Lane\, Crediton\, Devon\, EX17 1HJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20250611T102604Z
CREATED:20250611T102604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T102604Z
UID:1555-1760180400-1760288400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:New Forest Cider craft cider weekend
DESCRIPTION:Probably the most idyllic cider festival in the world… \n2 days of pure joy in the heart of the New Forest on October 11th & 12th courtesy of our wonderful hosts New Forest Cider. \nA small and perfectly formed celebration of cider-pressing\, cider-drinking\, live music\, traditional crafts\, local food & drink. Set in the autumnal splendour of the village of Burley\, it is a treat for the senses and one of the most anticipated events in the Skimmity calendar. \nThis is a family and dog friendly affair\, and the daytime hours mean you can get your hangover out of the way early and enjoy the rest of your weekend to the full. \nWe play 3 sets on Saturday and 3 sets on Sunday\, between the hours of 12 and 5pm. \nPound Lane\, Burley. BH24 4ED. Follow signs from A31 or A35 to Burley. \nNo onsite parking\, please park in village centre with free tractor and trailer rides to the cider farm. \nTickets £5 on the gate or £4 advance from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/new-forest-cider  \nChildren 14 and under free. \nCamping available at Burley Park. Please contact Sopley Farm Shop to book: \nwww.dantanners.co.uk/contact-us \n01425 672451
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/new-forest-cider-craft-cider-weekend/
LOCATION:New Forest Cider\, Pound Lane\, Burley\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T230000
DTSTAMP:20250611T110658Z
CREATED:20250611T110658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T110658Z
UID:1559-1758999600-1759014000@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Belvedere\, Weymouth
DESCRIPTION:We’re BACK in the Bad Town On The Coast!! \nWeymouth\, you’d better be on yer worst behaviour when we hit The Belvedere at High West Street on Saturday 27th September. \nThe last time we played here for Landlady Lyn’s leaving do it was a night of cider-fuelled\, pirate-flavoured madness.  \nThis time it’s her ACTUAL leaving do and we’ve promised to take it up another notch! \nOne of the absolute best boozers in the West Country\, enjoy the Belv one last time as you knew it. \nAdvance tickets £10 only available in person from the pub. Strictly Limited Availability – the previous gig sold out easily and we anticipate this happening again so get organised!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/the-belvedere-weymouth/
LOCATION:The Belvedere\, 33-34 High West Street\, Weymouth\, Dorset\, DT4 8JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T230000
DTSTAMP:20250725T131916Z
CREATED:20250725T130711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T131916Z
UID:1567-1758916800-1758927600@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Lawns Club\, Taunton (Misfits Carnival Club Fundraiser)
DESCRIPTION:CARNIVAL! \nLock up yer badgers and prepare the cider bar!! \nScrumpy & Western favourites THE SKIMMITY HITCHERS roll into Taunton on Friday 26th September for a night of live music and madness at The Lawns Club. \nThe gig is a fundraiser for The Misfits Carnival Club\, so every ticket bought will go towards keeping the awesome West Country carnival tradition alive! \nDoors open 8pm \nTickets are £12 advance in person from The Lawns Club or online from Skimmity Ticket Shop \nSKIMMITY HITCHERS are one of the best-loved bands in the South West\, renowned for their unique stage show and brilliant parodies and original material celebrating real cider and the characters of their beloved West Country. Countless festival and venue appearances\, plus tour supports with legends THE WURZELS\, have seen them become a household name from Bristol to Bridport! \nAny tickets remaining will be sold on the door for £14 so book in advance to save some cash for the bar!!!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/the-lawns-club-taunton-misfits-carnival-club-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Lawns\, Mary St\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA1 3PE
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T235900
DTSTAMP:20250611T101008Z
CREATED:20250611T101008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T101008Z
UID:1549-1758294000-1758326340@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Last Of The Summer Cider
DESCRIPTION:Ohhhh yes!  \nWe’re back in the fields of Cranborne Chase Cider for Last Of The Summer Cider – their “every couple of years or so” small festival. \nBringing together great bands\, nice people and a fine selection of home-pressed ciders\, this is a wonderful way to see out the last drops of summer sunshine before the world gets all dark and rubbish again. \nWe’re playing on the Friday night but it’s a 2 day event if you fancy indulging just a little bit more… \nTickets are cheap\, the company is excellent and the location is lush. \nFamily-friendly\, camping available for tents and live-in vehicles.
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/last-of-the-summer-cider/
LOCATION:Cranborne Chase Cider\, Myncen Farm\, Minchington\, Dorset\, DT11 8DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20250909T113026Z
CREATED:20250831T094926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T113026Z
UID:1587-1757793600-1757804400@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Coach & Horses\, New Forest
DESCRIPTION:A cheeky little additional gig to squeeze out the last drops of summer! \nHave yourselves a day out in the beautiful New Forest\, then head to the Coach & Horses pub in Cadnam for a night of live music and general debauchery… \nA great local boozer that we had the pleasure of playing back in the spring. This gig has been organised by our good mate Mark\, so show him some respect by drinking the bar dry and dancing the floorboards bare…  \nStarts 8.00pm \nFREE ENTRY!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/the-coach-horses-new-forest/
LOCATION:The Coach & Horses\, 11 Southampton Rd\, Cadnam\, Hampshire\, SouthaSO40 2NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20250827T124545Z
CREATED:20250827T123730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T124545Z
UID:1581-1757635200-1757721599@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Hedgers Cider House\, Somerset
DESCRIPTION:Making their hotly-anticipated debut at Hedger’s Cider House are the fabulous SKIMMITY HITCHERS on Friday 12th September! \nTickets £10 advance from https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/skimmity-hitchers-friday-cider-night-tickets-1594284841879 \nCamping available for just £10 – must be booked in advance. \nThese legends of the West Country have played just about every festival\, steam rally and cider shed that matters over the last 15 years\, bringing their fruity blend of Scrumpy & Western music to the masses! \nExpect razor-sharp parodies\, home-pressed original material\, plenty of audience interaction… and maybe a dancing badger. \nHot Food 12.00 – 2.30pm & 5.00 – 9.00pm \nMusic 9.00pm until late! \n18+
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/hedgers-cider-somerset/
LOCATION:Hedgers Cider\, Row of Ashes Lane\, Bristol\, BS40 5TU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T220000
DTSTAMP:20250611T095616Z
CREATED:20250611T095616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T095616Z
UID:1545-1755352800-1755381600@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dorchester Cider Festival\, Dorset
DESCRIPTION:Get on!! \nAfter a brief break to recharge our batteries (and our livers) we’re heading BACK to the crazy world of Dorchester Cider Festival on Saturday 16th August. \nThe scene of some epic Skimmity Hitchers gigs over the last decade\, Dorchester Cider Festival is an event like no other. \nThousands of people gather in the Victorian splendour of Borough Gardens for a whole day of cider-drinkin’ and live music on 2 stages. It’s free entry and attracts anyone and everyone in the locality. It’s basically Dorset’s version of Woodstock\, but with more nutters and bigger hangovers. \nYou can sample ciders from some of the best producers in the area\, including some of our favourites such as Cranborne Chase\, Dorset Nectar and (ahem) Dickie’s Dribble. \nBetter still\, the event raises thousands of pounds for local causes through donations and cider sales. So you are completely absolved of all blame when you wake up the following afternoon\, naked and soiled… \nAll info at https://www.facebook.com/dorchciderfest
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/dorchester-cider-festival-dorset/
LOCATION:Dorchester Cider Festival\, Borough Gardens\, Cornwall Road\, Dorchester\, Dorset\, DT1 1RE
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20250223T180049Z
CREATED:20250223T175857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T180049Z
UID:1483-1753920000-1754265599@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Outcider Festival\, Somerset
DESCRIPTION:Quite frankly the best little cider and music festival on the planet. \nNow in its 11th year\, Outcider Festival brings together 500 awesome people with 35+ live acts on 2 alternating stages\, in the rustic nirvana of Fernhill Farm just south of Bristol. \nThis year’s line-up features the likes of Panic Shack\, Black Water County\, Alt Blk Era\, Shanghai Treason\, Girlband! and Karl Phillips & The Rejects\, with an incredible supporting bill and loads still TBA. \nWeekend tickets from £99 with Thurs and Fri available as add-ons. \nTent camping included\, live-in vehicles welcome for an extra charge. \nThis is an 18+ event and sorry no dogs as it’s a working farm.
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/outcider-festival-somerset/
LOCATION:Outcider Festival\, Fernhill Farm\, Compton Martin\, Somerset\, BS40 6LD
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTSTAMP:20250223T184809Z
CREATED:20250223T184639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T184809Z
UID:1488-1753488000-1753574399@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poole Harbour Festival\, Dorset
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday 26th July we’re heading down to Dorset to cause a cider-fuelled rumpus at the Poole Harbour Festival. \nWe’ve been wanting to play this one for a while\, but Tatty has been on an extended exclusion order from his home town since 2004 after an unfortunate incident with a stranded dolphin.  \nBut now he’s BACK and we’re joining the likes of Happy Mondays\, Feeder\, We Are Scientists\, The Hoosiers\, UB40\, Judge Jules and errrr… The Vengaboys for 3 days of seaside fun!  \nWeekend and day tickets (with or without camping) available from https://pooleharbourfestival.com/ \nShould be a roight larf!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/poole-harbour-festival-dorset/
LOCATION:Devon
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250719T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T180000
DTSTAMP:20250611T093703Z
CREATED:20250611T093703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T093703Z
UID:1542-1752944400-1756231200@skimmityhitchers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival\, Dorset
DESCRIPTION:Comrades! \nWe’re back in our happy place on Saturday 19th July when we return to Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival near Dorchester. \nThis unique event celebrates the birth of the Trade Union movement in this sleepy village\, with a packed programme of music\, speakers\, workshops\, comedy\, kids activities and more! \nWe’ve been fortunate to be part of this event for many years\, and after a couple of years out it’s proper exciting to be heading back. As ever we’ll be disturbing the peace with an hour’s set at Unite The Union’s marquee from 5-6pm. \nThe festival is a ticketed event but (ssshh!) our bit on the front lawn of the museum is free entry. We do encourage you to buy tickets for the wider event though! \nSun\, cider & socialism combine for a great afternoon amongst fine people. Come join us!
URL:https://skimmityhitchers.co.uk/event/tolpuddle-martyrs-festival-dorset/
LOCATION:Tolpuddle Martyrs festival\, Dorcherster Road\, Tolpuddle\, Dorset\, DT2 7EH
CATEGORIES:Gigs
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