Chippenham 2021

Subject: Chippenham 2021
From: Vic Smith
Date: 30 Nov 20 - 11:39 AM

THIS FROM A PRESS RELEASE BY CHIPPENHAM FOLK FESTIVAL. THEY HAVE ALREADY DECIDED THAT A 2021 FESTIVAL WOULD NOT BE VIABLE: -

Unfortunately we do not believe it is possible to put on our normal festival in May 2021 as we expect that COVID-19 restrictions will still be in place, or not eased in time for us to put everything together. It would not be right to plan and incur expenses now in the hopes that all will be well in May.

We definitely intend to be back to business as usual in May 2022 and hope that you will be able to come and enjoy the atmosphere that is Chippenham Folk Festival. We are currently investigating our options for what we can put on in May 2021 and will keep you informed once we know what will be possible.

You will have heard recently that the Spring Bank Holiday in 2022 has been moved to June for the Queen’s Jubilee. We have decided not to clash with other events that weekend and we will run the 2022 festival over the last weekend in May as normal.

Subject: RE: Chippenham 2021
From: Mo the caller
Date: 01 Dec 20 - 08:49 AM

Shame. Marvellous festival (though too far from Cheshire)
Does the 22 decision reflect the fact that many of the regulars are pensioners so don't need a bank holiday on the Monday.

Subject: RE: Chippenham 2021
From: GUEST
Date: 01 Dec 20 - 10:07 AM

"Does the 22 decision reflect the fact that many of the regulars are pensioners so don't need a bank holiday on the Monday. "

Maybe you should ask the organisers that. Vic is just reposting a press release that he received.

Subject: RE: Chippenham 2021
From: Vic Smith
Date: 08 Feb 21 - 12:49 PM

Breaking News!
28th -31st May 2021
Chippenham & Chester combine for one amazing online Folk Festival experience in May!

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