Milestones Summer Fête: A Vintage Bank Holiday Bash

Milestones Summer Fête: A Vintage Bank Holiday Bash

This Bank Holiday, Milestones Museum is rolling out the bunting for a one-day-only celebration that’s bursting with retro charm, family fun, and community spirit. The Summer Fête is your chance to soak up the sunshine, sway to acoustic jazz, and relive the golden days of traditional British merrymaking.

What’s On

Live music all day: From toe-tapping acoustic jazz to 1940s swing classics by Stephanie Belle.

Alpaca petting & feeding: Yes, you read that right — furry friends and fuzzy memories await.

Maypole dancing & Morris performances: Colourful, rhythmic, and delightfully eccentric.

Punch & Judy show: A timeless treat for kids and nostalgic grown-ups.

Traditional fairground rides: Wholesome thrills for the little ones.

Food, Fun & Fête Vibes

Grab a deck chair or perch on a haybale as you sip something refreshing and nibble on street food and sweet treats. With bunting overhead and laughter in the air, it’s the perfect way to send off summer in style.

Whether you’re chasing alpacas or chasing memories, the Milestones Summer Fête is a joyful nod to simpler times — and a brilliant excuse to gather the gang for one last hurrah before the school term begins.