- Welcome to RoseShire Festival -
Introducing a brand-new summer music festival coming to the heart of Northamptonshire. Taking place on 29–30 August 2026 at the stunning Chester House Estate in Irchester, Roseshire Festival brings together two days of live music, entertainment and festival atmosphere. Saturday delivers iconic indie and alternative sounds, while Sunday celebrates feel-good pop and 90s nostalgia. Alongside world-class artists, you can expect family entertainment, great food and drink, and a welcoming, relaxed festival experience in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join us for what promises to be a stunning end-of-summer celebration, bringing people together for a weekend of music and memories.
Introducing a brand-new summer music festival coming to the heart of Northamptonshire. Taking place on 29–30 August 2026 at the stunning Chester House Estate in Irchester, Roseshire Festival brings together two days of live music, entertainment and festival atmosphere.
Your Saturday lineup
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THE CHARLATANS
Since breaking through in 1990 The Charlatans have become one of the UK’s most beloved and enduring bands, their indie roots the focal point of a sound that has taken in everything from psychedelia to soul and funk via country rock. In a history now stretching beyond 30 years, The Charlatans have crafted a back…
Embrace
Today, Embrace return with details of their ninth album Avalanche, out 12th June via Cooking Vinyl. For over three decades, the five-piece have been a key part of the British music scene, selling over two million albums worldwide. In addition to the new album, 2026 will see the band celebrate their 30-year milestone with a…
Cast
Originally formed in 1992 from the ashes of two of the most legendary and lauded guitar bands of all time, The La’s and Shack, Cast released four albums, the second ‘Mother Nature Calls’ also went platinum (three of them top 10), and had ten top 10 singles, before disbanding in 2001. ‘All Change’ became the…
The Bluetones
The Bluetones first came to prominence in 1995, when their debut release ‘Are You Blue Or Are You Blind’ broke into the Top 40. The single proved to be the launching pad for a run that saw 14 hit singles and 6 albums follow on from it. From thereon, the band, made up of brothers…
The Vandervalls
Hailed as ‘Northampton’s best up and coming young band/Northampton’s darlings,’ and ‘One to watch,’ (BBC Introducing ), The Vandervalls roots are in indie rock, indie pop, with even a touch of country music. Bringing their high-energy, feel-good style to audiences in Northamptonshire and beyond. The Vandervalls are BBC-backed and have performed on multiple occasions…
The B-Sides
The B-Sides are a local Northamptonshire band playing a mix of covers from the 90s and noughties mixed in with original songs in the same vein. Formed from the embers of other local bands they bring raw energy and a passion for guitar-based music mixed with punchy basslines to get people on their feet and…
Your Sunday lineup
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Boyzlife
When Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden first went on the road as Boyzlife – the supergroup made up of the former Boyzone and Westlife members – they never anticipated that almost 10 years later they’d be successfully touring internationally as a duo and releasing music. “The whole concept of the band at the start was…
Eternal
British R&B Group Eternal originally formed in 1992. The group became an international success, selling around 10 million records worldwide. The group disbanded in 2000, and now the all new Eternal line up consists of Easther Bennett, Vernie Bennett and Christel Lakhdar. Eternal’s 1993 debut album Always & Forever peaked at number two on the…
Chris Moyles 90s Hangover
Playing the BIGGEST hits from the 90s One of the most prolific names in broadcasting of this century, Chris Moyles, brings you 90s Hangover! Playing the biggest tunes from the 90s, from Blur to Britney, Pulp to Prodigy and everything in between. From his time on BBC Radio 1, and now host of the breakfast…
The Hoosiers
The million selling Indie-Pop icons first released their debut album ‘The Trick To Life; in 2007 on RCA Records and the band achieved rapid success hitting No.1 in the UK charts and spawning countless singles including the Top 5 hits “Worried About Ray” and “Goodbye Mr A”. Since then, the band’s debut sold in excess…
The South
The South are back on the road and do what they do best – perform the songs of that great British pop institution, The Beautiful South, to the thousands of fans of these timeless classics. The South are an impressive 9-piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax…
Maddox Jones
Maddox Jones is a Northampton-born singer-songwriter blending soulful pop, indie influences and honest storytelling. Known for turning themes of heartbreak, resilience and personal growth into uplifting, sing-along moments, his music balances emotional depth with infectious melodies and feel-good energy. After fronting indie band The Departure — achieving four UK Top 40 hits and touring alongside…
Blog / News
Roseshire Festival Announces Be More Fab as Official Charity Partner
Roseshire Festival is honoured to announce Be More Fab Children’s Cancer Charity as its official charity partner for 2026. As a Northamptonshire-based charity, Be More Fab supports children, families and schools affected by cancer, providing a vital network of educational, emotional and practical support during some of life’s most challenging moments. Supporting Children, Families and…
We said there was more to come… and here it is.
Roseshire Festival Expands to Two Stages with New Artists and More to Experience We’re excited to share that Roseshire Festival is getting even bigger. As we continue to build towards this summer, we’re delighted to announce that the festival will now feature two stages running across the weekend, bringing even more live music, more artists…
Maddox Jones Set to Bring Feel-Good Energy to the Sunday
We’re delighted to welcome Maddox Jones to the Sunday lineup at Roseshire Festival, bringing his uplifting sound and heartfelt songwriting to the main stage. A Northampton-born singer-songwriter, Maddox blends soulful pop with indie influences, creating music that turns themes of heartbreak, resilience and personal growth into powerful, sing-along moments. His sound combines emotional depth with…
Our Partners
Northamptonshire Council
Chester House Estate
Red Panda Events
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