Bigger and better than ever: We are celebrating 75 years with our annual Summer Festival 

We are inviting the local community to our biggest and best Summer Festival yet on Saturday 20th June 2026, from 11.30am to 4.00pm, as it celebrates a wonderful 75 years of care, education and community. 

Set within our stunning woodland campus in Ashley, the festival promises an affordable, funfilled day for all the family, marking a milestone 75th anniversary while bringing together friends, supporters and the wider community. 

Visitors can enjoy an exciting range of activities and attractions, including circus skills shows and interactive workshops, Burley Alpacas, go-karting, face painting, giant bubbles, a host of traditional fairground games, a football challenge, craft activities, vintage fire service vehicles, an impressive display of classic cars, a huge tombola - with even more new attractions to be announced soon too. Local emergency services will also be attending as part of their Community Engagement Programme. 

Food & Drink Highlights 
A wide variety of food and drink will be available throughout the day, with a special mention to the everpopular Ice Cream Bournemouth joining us, alongside a fantastic BBQ and plenty of delicious cakes served with tea, coffee or cold drinks. 

Upbeat Festival Music 
Live music throughout the day will create a true festival atmosphere, with upbeat swing, folk and pop sounds throughout the day. Performers include the hugely popular Swing Unlimited, DJ Feenix, Josh Betteridge and other talented musicians. The music programme will round off with a mini pop disco for children, ensuring younger visitors can dance and join the celebrations too. 

Stalls & Attractions 
Visitors can also browse a wide selection of quality arts, crafts, garden and gift stalls, making the event perfect for relaxed summer shopping. 

Quality Raffle - Amazing Prizes to Be Won 
The festival raffle features an exceptional line‑up of prizes, including: 

• 1st Prize: A two‑night family treehouse stay in Wales, plus a Fortnum & Mason hamper 

• 2nd Prize: £275 cash 

• 3rd Prize: An inflatable paddleboard with accessories 

• 4th Prize: A Fortnum & Mason hamper 

• Plus lots more amazing prizes 

 

Entry & Practical Information 
Entry to the festival is by donation - cash is always welcome and perfect to have to hand as an entry donation, but there will also be other ways to pay once onsite, so everyone can support the event in a way that works for them. Free parking is available on site. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted, except for Guide and Assistance Dogs. Please refrain from smoking and vaping. 

All proceeds from the event will go towards gym equipment for students, supporting physical wellbeing, confidence and healthy lifestyles as part of The Sheiling Ringwood’s holistic approach to education and care. 

Join us at 
The Sheiling Ringwood School and College 
Horton Road, Ashley 
Ringwood, Hampshire 
BH24 2EB 

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Further Information & Raffle Tickets 
Telephone: 01425 477488 
Email: fundraising@thesheilingringwood.co.uk