Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie
Sun 9 Aug · 15:00
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The Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover concludes on 9 August 2026 with a performance by Mike Christie. The event takes place at Northwood House in Southampton. The programme features classical British music, including Pomp & Circumstance and Jerusalem.
The Wight Proms Takeover series reaches its climax in a rousing celebration of British music and flag-waving, including Pomp & Circumstance, Jerusalem and many more, with this year being extra special; tying in with Cowes Week’s 200th anniversary celebrations. Starring G4’s MIKE CHRISTIE and the WIGHT PROMS CONCERT ORCHESTRA , conducted by the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra’s JONATHAN BUTCHER. Featuring the orchestral première of ‘The Voice of Nature’ which festival founder Mike Christie wrote to honour Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday this year, as well as the official song for Walk the Wight he wrote, ‘Walk the Wight With You’. Suitable for all ages. Support Acts: IOW Music, Dance and Drama Festival Winners & Barney Valentino (BBC Chorister of the Year Finalist) 14:30 Car park opens 15:00 Gates open 15:15 VIP Meet & Greet** 15:20 Support Acts 16:15 Main concert 18:45 Gates close
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Frequently asked questions
Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie takes place on Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 15:00.
Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie is held at Northwood House in Portsmouth (Ward Avenue, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 8AZ).
Tickets for Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie can be booked via northwoodhouse.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie
Editorial Summary
The Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover concludes on 9 August 2026 with a performance by Mike Christie. The event takes place at Northwood House in Southampton. The programme features classical British music, including Pomp & Circumstance and Jerusalem.
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Organiser’s full description
The Wight Proms Takeover series reaches its climax in a rousing celebration of British music and flag-waving, including Pomp & Circumstance, Jerusalem and many more, with this year being extra special; tying in with Cowes Week’s 200th anniversary celebrations. Starring G4’s MIKE CHRISTIE and the WIGHT PROMS CONCERT ORCHESTRA , conducted by the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra’s JONATHAN BUTCHER. Featuring the orchestral première of ‘The Voice of Nature’ which festival founder Mike Christie wrote to honour Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday this year, as well as the official song for Walk the Wight he wrote, ‘Walk the Wight With You’. Suitable for all ages. Support Acts: IOW Music, Dance and Drama Festival Winners & Barney Valentino (BBC Chorister of the Year Finalist) 14:30 Car park opens 15:00 Gates open 15:15 VIP Meet & Greet** 15:20 Support Acts 16:15 Main concert 18:45 Gates close
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie?
Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie takes place on Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 15:00.
Where is Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie taking place?
Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie is held at Northwood House in Portsmouth (Ward Avenue, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 8AZ).
How do I get tickets for Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie?
Tickets for Wight Proms Lawn Bar Takeover: Last Wight of the Bicentenary Proms with Mike Christie can be booked via northwoodhouse.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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