Victory Marquee (formerly Miller Marquee)

Preparations for the 2009 War and Peace Show are now underway. There will be 40's entertainment throughout the day on all 5 days of the show. Free evening entertainment for onsite campers and exhibitors will be available on Wednesday evening and Thursday evening. Ticketed events on Friday and Saturday evenings must be booked in advance and are available from The Hop Farm, see links below.

40's entertainment throughout the day is free to all visitors

Nobby Clarke at the Keyboard ~ a masterful display of keyboard virtuosity as he brings us a toe tapping selection of tunes from days gone by.

Swingtime with Natasha Hall & Paul Crook ~ Established favourites at the War & Peace Show, Natasha and Paul are well known for their swing dancing skills.  Join them on the dance floor for their simple and fun jive workshop.  

The Jive Aces ~ arguably the World's hardest working band, with over 300 performances each year, the Jive Aces set out to show why they are so popular.  Swing, Jive and Boogie Woogie in equal measure is their recipe for today!

The 1950's Look ~ We celebrate the launch of Mike Brown's new book by looking at the changing trends in Fashion immediately after World War Two and throughout the following decade.  

Vintage Variety at the Vic ~ New for 2009, The Victory Marquee presents a feast of entertainment in a stage show featuring song, dance and comedy in abundance.  Compered by the irrepressible Paul Harper and featuring his zany comedy routines and acclaimed Al Bowlly impression, the show will also bring many friends back to the War & Peace Show including the Swingtime Sweethearts, the dynamic Adam and Tom, KAS the Forces Sweetheart, the Swingtime Dance Company and Nobby Clarke. Look out also for some special surprise guests.

Band of the 3rd Battalion the Princess of Wales' Regiment ~ will perform at 3pm on Saturday 25th July followed by a march around the site (weather/conditions permitting)

The Swingtime Sweethearts ~ This delightful duo return to War & Peace by popular demand to entertain us with their nostalgic repertoire of Wartime songs.      

The Rat Pack Show with Adam and Tom ~ Rapidly becoming one of the South-East's most popular singing acts, Adam and Tom take time out of their busy schedule to recreate some of the popular hits associated with the stars of Las Vega    

The City of Rochester Pipe Band ~ No military themed event would be complete without a pipe band.  Here, in concert, we bring you one of the best! They will be playing at 11.30am and 3pm on Sunday, 26th July

Sunday, 26th July 10.30am Morning Service.  Our special inclusive drumhead service, designed for both believers and non-believers, is brought to you today by the Diocese of Rochester. We will be remembering the fallen,of past and present conflicts and offering God thanks for the servicemen who survived.  Prayers will also be said for peace in the World. If the weather is fine, the service will be held outside close to the NAAFI wagon.

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Evening entertainment (wristband or ticket entry only)

Wednesday 22nd July - 8pm to 1am "VINTAGE VARIETY AT THE VIC"

A superb evening of 1940's and 1950's entertainment featuring the 2009 stage show held in the Victory Marquee each afternoon.  A chance for exhibitors, re-enactors, stallholders and campers to see what the excitment is all about!  Hosted by the irrepressible Paul Harper and featuring his unmatched crooning and comedy routines, the show also includes Adam & Tom with their acclaimed “Rat Pack” tribute and their hilarious comedy antics, The Swingtime Sweethearts bringing you close harmony versions of all your favourites from yesteryear, Paul Crook and Natasha Hall demonstrating their championship winning swing dancing skills, KAS the NEW Forces Sweetheart and other surprise artistes.  To round off the evening, Terry Elliott will be spinning discs for your dancing and listening pleasure. 

Thursday 23rd July – 8pm to 1am "MARDI GRAS NITE"

It's Carnival Time in the Victory Marquee as we celebrate in true New Orleans style with THE CAJUN DAWGS.  This exciting band have made quite a reputation for themselves all along the South Coast and elsewhere with their infectious authentic Cajun party music.  Carnival costumes and fancy dress are the order of the day and we will be handing out prizes for the most imaginative and outrageous.  We will have our very own Carnival Parade at 11pm and there will be other surprises during the evening.  Terry Elliott will be on hand with a pile of platters to ensure the night is one to remember.

Don't miss the party – come early and stay late!  As they say in the Bayou country “Laissez les Bon Temps Roulez” (Let the Good Times Roll).

Friday 24th July 7.30PM - ticketed event

AN EVENING WITH THE JIVE ACES The UK's number 1 Jive and Swing Band

Jive Aces photo courtesy of Craig Semplis 

Re-booked by overwhelming popular demand, Britain's most successful Swing and Jive Band are back again to show us what makes them world-wide favourites.   Supported by the UK's Number One Swing DJ, Terry Elliott, the Jive Aces will provide a feast of entertainment by performing songs from their new album “Recipe for Swing”.  This is always a popular event so don't miss out - get your tickets early!

Tickets available from The Hop Farm 

DINE AND DANCE WITH THE GLENN MILLER TRIBUTE ORCHESTRA

The music of Glenn Miller is surely the most instantly recognisable sound in modern music.  Despite the fact that Glenn Miller died in 1944, his music has continued to remain popular these past 60 years!.

There have been a plethora of modern day bands attempting to recreate the unique sound of the original Glenn Miller Orchestra yet - only very few of them have come close to achieving that actual sound.

The world famous Glenn Miller Tribute Orchestra have succeeded where most others have failed.

You cannot fail to be impressed!

Tickets available from The Hop Farm