Imagine yourself in an 18th-century walled garden - a very large garden - 2 acres to be precise! You are having a picnic, your hamper stuffed with all of your favourite food and drink, and you are sitting in the most fantastic surroundings landscaped by none other than Humphry Repton.

You may have just come for the day or you may take another glass of wine or real ale because your tent is a stones throw away in the next field. The sun is setting and perhaps to complete the magic some good music would be just the thing to take you into the evening.

You are most definitely in the right place!

This has been the long-term dream of Hopton Court owner Chris Woodward to have a music concert in his own back yard and to have other like-minded people to enjoy it with him. Eleven years ago he turned this dream into a reality. It has grown from showcasing local talent to 60's icons and now the dream has attracted the attention of some world-class acts.

You are most welcome to share this dream. Others have and come back year upon year - it's a very very special event and they know it. People come, bring a picnic, set up camp, revel and relax and then go again - that's it. The atmosphere is vibrant but not manic, you can dance or simply listen - there is no pressure, the award-winning ales and wines flow but there are no signs of excess, your children play safely away from roads - they're on a 1500-acre estate!

That is the philosophy of Hole in the Wall. Love life, love music and whether it's for the whole weekend or just an evening, you can leave your stress behind at the gate and enjoy the sheer magic of the Hole in the Wall garden. Consider this a personal invitation!

Chris Woodward is also a member of the Historic Houses Association.

Facilities

Gazebos

You can order a voucher for your own gazebo space around the inside walls of the garden - these sell very quickly so please book early to avoid disappointment. A single voucher is for a space of 10' x 10' and is £20.00 in the lower garden and £17.50 in the upper garden. You can order a maximum of two spaces. Your space will be marked with your name. Entry will be given to voucher holders at the advertised 'gates open' time on the night of the Saturday concert. You are very welcome to bring your own picnic tables but please bear in mind that they need to be erected inside the gazebo. To book a gazebo click here.

Children & Children's Play Area

In keeping with the Hole in the Wall being a great event for families we have a really brilliant play area with lots of things to see and do including body painting, balloon modelling, trampolining etc. Click on Dawn Chorus to see what you can expect.

As well as this we will have the amazing climbing wall, for adults and children, with fastest up the wall competitions from The Old Vicarage Adventure Centre

Food and Drink

We want you to enjoy your time at Hole In The Wall - picnics are welcome and if you don't want the hassle of preparation we have food and drink on site of the highest quality. We will have a tremendous range of food outlets with choices of ethnic and traditional foods including gourmet burgers, paella, Thai, Indian, Japanese noodle bar also serving fresh sushi, vegetarian and more.

Banana Leaf Catering, Tin Can Toaster, Paella Barbecue, Churtopia Churros

There will also be bars both in the concert site and campsite including the brilliant range of beers from our local brewery, Hobson's, situated in Cleobury Mortimer.  This is really good news for you real ale enthusiasts.  There will also be locally sourced ciders from Robinson's of Tenbury Wells.

We support the Drinkaware initiative. Cans and glass bottles will not be allowed in the main concert site on Friday & Sunday nights and there will be an amnesty point at the entrance to the walled garden, alcohol yes, but in plastic only please.

Parking

All parking is free - you will be directed by stewards to a designated area close to the event site. N.B. Although the parking area is patrolled by security staff - any items left in vehicles will be at the owner's risk - Hole In the Wall cannot be held responsible for theft or damage to property in the car park however caused.

Toilets

There are ample toilet facilities within the walled garden concert area during the concerts. There will be toilet facilities also in the campsite and an Elsan disposal unit for campers to empty your portable loos into. Please do not empty your portable loos into the toilets provided! The toilets are valeted every day between concerts.

Disabled Access

There is a specially designated area for disabled parking right next to the Hole In The Wall entrance. Disabled toilets will be provided in the walled garden and the campsite.

Security/Stewarding

There will be a team of security specialists on site to maintain our amazing track record of safety and peace of mind.

First Aid

A highly trained St. John's Ambulance team are on site during the weekend in the walled concert site and in the campsite. Just look for the white Maltese cross!

Countryside Walks at Hopton Court click here to plan

Chris Woodward would like to welcome you to explore some of the stunning scenery that surrounds the HITW site. Coloured coded walks take in streams, fields, wooded glades in fact everything that makes the English countryside so - erm - English! Well behaved dogs are welcome but please keep on a lead at all times when on the walk.

Local Amenities

Doctors: - Cleobury Mortimer - 2.5 miles Tel: 01299 270209
Petrol Station: - Hopton Bank Garage - 1 mile
Post Office: - Cleobury Mortimer - 2.5 miles
Police: - Cleobury Mortimer - 2.5 miles
Pub: - Crown at Hopton Wafers - 0.5 miles
Shops: - Cleobury Mortimer - 2.5 miles