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‘Bigger and better’ Wiltshire Throwback Festival to return next year 

July 23, 2025
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‘Bigger and better’ Wiltshire Throwback Festival to return next year 

Following the success of this year’s Wiltshire Throwback Festival (WTF25!), the event is due to return next year, with organisers saying it will be even ‘bigger and better.’ 

The event will return on 26th and 27th June 2026, with early bird tickets now on sale. 

At this year’s event, major names from TV and music delivered lively, energetic sets over two days, from 20th to 21st June at Oakfield Stadium. 

The line up included Bad Manners, Boney M., Tinchy Stryder, So Solid Crew, Blazin’ Squad, 911, a Dick & Dom DJ set, Fuse ODG, Artful Dodger and DJ Luck & MC Neat, among others. 

Organisers, Jarboom Ltd, have said next year they are ‘stepping it up’ with two stages of ‘non-stop entertainment and music.’ 

“We’re thrilled to announce the release of our Super Early Bird tickets for WTF26!” said festival organiser Nico Menghini. “While we haven’t revealed our line-up just yet, we’re already in talks with some incredible acts and we know this year’s festival will be something truly special. Super Early Bird tickets offer a £20 saving on general admission, and demand has already been phenomenal. 

  

“Priority access is being given to those who joined us in 2025 and everyone on our waiting list, and with more people registered than tickets available, it’s clear the excitement for WTF26 is already sky-high. 

 

“WTF26! will feature some exciting updates, including a second stage! Dedicated to 80s on Saturday, more food vendors, additional toilets, and an expanded site layout. Friday night will kick off with an incredible headliner (to be announced) and Saturday will continue the high energy on both stages.” 

 

After this year’s WTF25! residents praised the organisation of the event and the atmosphere over the two days.  

 

“We’ve been blown away by the incredible feedback from the event from both festivalgoers and local authorities and we can’t wait to bring the magic back for 2026,” said Nico. 

 

“Join us on June 26th and 27th 2026 and don’t forget to book your (free) parking passes to help us manage traffic and keep things smooth for the local community. We can’t wait to open the box office and see you all again at WTF26!” 

 

For more information, visit https://www.wtflive.co.uk/ 

 

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