Is there room for another festival in an apparent crowded field? Definitely when it's a quality roots event within 80 miles of the West Midlands conurbation on a quiet Bank Holiday Monday. So let's embrace the birth of Over The Hill and wish it a prosperous existence. Plenty of top acts lined up for this inaugural staging including a somewhat rare appearance these days from Danny and the Champions of the World (for the right reasons though and we know they ain't going far away). For further details, check out the official press release below and look out for future coverage from the day's activities down Cogges Farm.
The beautiful Oxfordshire countryside is destined to become immersed in the world of Americana this Summer at the first-ever Over the Hill Festival. Proudly presented by Glovebox Live, Over the Hill takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August at the picturesque Cogges Manor Farm.
With plenty of opportunities to delve into the Americana experience with authentic American food and bars, Over the Hill will also feature intimate performances from some of the finest live Americana and roots acts in the UK today, on two stages housed in beautiful tithe barns.
The line up includes; Danny & The Champions of the World, William the Conqueror, Trevor Moss & Hannah-Lou, Ags Connolly, The Niall Kelly Band, Paul McClure, The Black Feathers and Naomi Bedford & Paul Simmonds (The Men They Couldn’t Hang) with The Ramshackle Band.
Local, award-winning brewer Wychwood Brewery will be providing the thirst-quenching beverages notably the refreshing American ale Shipyard IPA and To The Moon will be running a Gin & Prosecco Bar. In addition, Over the Hill will feature authentic American food from vendors such as The Burn Out BBQ and Fat Lil’s providing a selection of Mexican and vegetarian cuisine. You’ll also have the chance to discover the whole of the Cogges Museum site : the 17th century Manor House and it’s “Downton” links, the orchard and courtyard.
- Venue is access friendly.
- A limited number of 12 and under tickets are online priced £5 + booking fee.
- PLEASE NOTE that both Stages are STANDING only – no seating inside the Barns.
- The Courtyard will have some seating and you are welcome to bring your own camping chairs.
- You can find details about the venue, and travel options here
- There is plenty of FREE parking.
- No dogs on site apart from Guide Dogs which must be on a lead at all times.
- The site is totally NON SMOKING but you can vape.
- PLEASE NOTE your own food and drink are not permitted on the festival site.
- If you are looking to stay over we can recommend The Premier Inn and Oxford Witney Hotel both of which are walkable to the venue.
- Enquiries and box office 0845 2574938
