Battle of Hastings Proms 2010: Thurs 1st July
Hampers welcome
Over £500,000 raised for local good causes
100+ real ales at £2.50 a pint
Tickets only £10 online
The Battle of Hastings Proms is a brand-new orchestral extravaganza in Hastings' scenic Alexandra Park on 1st July 2010.
Join the fun, wave your flags and sing along to all your proms favourites - including classics from The Phantom of the Opera, Carmen and The Sound of Music, as well as traditional crowd-pleasers Rule Britannia, Land of Hope and Glory, and of course, The Dambusters. There's everything you'd expect, with an added twist - all proceeds go to local charities and good causes.
Roger Wilcock will conduct the 170-strong Hastings BIG Choir under a 4,500-capacity marquee - guaranteed to keep your hair dry and your spirits high, whatever the weather - as well as Europe's longest bar boasting a over 100 real ales from across the UK, delicious wines - and bubbly too!
Organised by the Battle and Hastings Round Tables in conjunction with HBMF, The Battle of Hastings Proms is the proms event of the year - the perfect start to summer!
Programme
The gates open at 6pm; the performance itself will start at 7.30pm - until approximately 9.30pm.
Tickets Available on the Gate and HIC
Tickets cost £15 on the door.
You will be able to buy advance tickets for £10 at Hastings Information Centre (by Priory Meadow Shopping Centre) until 6pm on Thursday 1st July.
Children 14 and under are free, when accompanied by an adult.
Information
Location & Map
The Battle of Hastings Proms is being held in Alexandra Park, Hastings. Here's the full address: Alexandra Park, St Helens Road/Lower Park Road, Hastings, East Sussex.
You can view it on Google Maps (link opens in a new window)
Car parking is very limited near the site. There's no dedicated visitor car park, so you need to park in the centre of Hastings (about a 10 minute walk). We recommend you travel by train, bus, or on foot.
Ticket Prices
Tickets are £15 tickets on the door, or £10 in advance. Gates open at 6pm.
Under 14s go FREE - when accompanied by an adult.
Food & Drinks
As with all good Proms nights, food hampers are welcome. In fact, you're encouraged to spread your blankets and dine at your leisure. There will also be a host of local food vendors catering for all tastes.
We want the Battle of Hastings Proms to be a great value night out, so we're keeping the drink prices as low as possible. Bitter and ales are only £2.50 per pint. There will also be a range of soft drinks available. Regrettably, glass is not permitted in the arena.
Bar Selection
There's a selection of over 100 different ales, bitters, milds, and stouts. We have tasting notes for each of the beers to view on the night.
Cider lovers have the choice of Kent-produced Biddenden Cider, Bulmers, and Kingston Press.
Alternatively, you can buy red and white wine - and bubbly - by the glass, or treat yourself to a refreshing glass of Pimms. A selection of soft drinks are also available.
Other Questions
Are under-18s allowed?
Yes. The Battle of Hastings Proms is a family event, suitable for all ages. However nobody under 18 is allowed at the bar.
