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2026 Festival - 20th & 21st March

High Scorers Concert

at

St Luke’s Methodist Church, Clayton  ST5 4BH

Every year the highest scorers from the festival are asked to perform in a high scorers concert.

This concert is open to all and helps to raise vital funds for the festival.  The concert usually takes place in May.

Once the 2026 concert date is known it will be posted here.

 

2025 Results and Photos

To view a full breakdown of the results from the 2025 festival please click on the buttons below.

A selection of photographs from the festival will be appearing here soon.

About

Newcastle under Lyme Festival is an annual event, organised by volunteers, which provides a valuable performance opportunity in speech, drama, and music. We aim to provide a well organised and enjoyable festival; a platform for amateur performers of any age, from far or near, to demonstrate their talents.

Syllabus & Entries

Once the syllabus has been finalised you will be able to download a copy here.  The syllabus is usually released in November/December.

Entries for the 2026 festival are not yet open.  You must have an account with RunMyFestival to enter, you can use the link below to access their website and set up an account in advance so you are ready for when entries open.

'Fantastic, well organised day.  Encouraging audience and fair judging.  All the children left having had a positive experience.'

- Helen Bailey CYWO Conductor

'I love performing at the festival.  Everyone is so friendly and the feedback is always really positive and helpful.'

- Festival Participant

Adjudicators

Each year the festival uses a team of specialist adjudicators to provide feedback to participants.  Information on the 2026 adjudicators can be found by clicking below.

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Who's Who

Find out about the hard working volunteers that work away behind the scenes each year to ensure the smooth running of the festival.

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