Main Stage
Swindon Shuffle Stage
Sugarhill '08 is dedicated to supporting local music. That's why we've got a whole stage dedicated to the best of new talent from Swindon and the local area, having again invited local promoter SoP Promotions to programme two days of local breakthrough acts.
SoP are well known for their Club Fuzz nights and The Swindon Shuffle, a multi-venue showcase that's held in August each year. Swindon has one of the hottest music scenes in the UK right now and is fast becoming a regular stop-off for record company and management talent scouts.
SoP's programme at Sugarhill ‘08 reflects this energy, offering everything from acoustic singer-songwriters through to rock, so be sure to stop by – you may just discover the next big thing for yourself. Acts confirmed so far include:
- Beatbullyz
- Talk in Code
- Hip Route
- Attica Seasons
- Rats Ruined my Brain
- Jeff Like Usual
- Matthew Killford
- 2 Sick Monkeys
- Buswell
- Trip Dress
Late Night Programme
The After Dark late night programme runs on Saturday night only – click here for details
Workshops
Workshops are new to Sugarhill for 2008 and if enough of you come out to play and take part, we’ll be expanding the programme at future events – here’s a taster of the type of sessions that will be available:
- DJ Skills with Dave Linton – popular at festivals around the country, these workshops will give you a chance to get some hands on DJ experience, learn the principals of beat mixing and find out how to operate both vinyl and CD formats. Workshops are conducted in small groups giving everyone a chance to have a hands-on experience.
- Sunday Morning Yoga – a great way to stretch and wake up for early birds and family groups, set against the beautiful backdrop of the farm before the day’s main programme kicks off.
- Oficina da Capoeira – part martial art, part game and part dance, Capoeira originated in Brazil during the 16th century. Here, a team from Capoeira Cheltenham will demonstrate techniques and give you the opportunity to learn some of the basic moves in a session that’s ideal for larger groups and families where lots of people can get involved.
As workshops will run at variable times throughout the festival, please check timings when you arrive on site. Please note that workshop places are subject to availability.
Family Activities
Coming soon...
Real Ale & Cider
Our lovely bars team is busy stocking up with a fantastic selection of beers and ciders from suppliers including the White Horse Brewery in Farringdon, Stonehenge Ales in Tring, SA Brain & Co in Cardiff and many more. We’re hoping to add a downloadable guide here soon, but please note that as the full selection will be spread over the weekend, all real ales and ciders are subject to availability.
Trade Stalls
We’re going to be offering a range of food and drink options at Sugarhill ’08, plus a small trade village featuring CD and record traders (most of the artists appearing at Sugarhill 08 will be selling their latest CDs), Sugarhill merchandise and much more. Keep an eye out for announcements over the weeks approaching the festival as we are negotiating with artists to offer as many CD signings as we can.
If you would like to run a trade stall, (sorry but catering concession applications have now closed), it is rather late to apply, but if you would like to try, you can click here for a copy of our Rules & Regulations for Traders (including Fair Trade Policy), then download a Trader application pack. You will need to submit your application as quickly as possible, but please note that because time is now limited that you may not be successful.