Every summer, the riverside paddock at Batemans Brewery in Wainfleet fills with live music, and the whole town turns out for it. Bands on the Bank is one of the best days on the Lincolnshire coast calendar and if you’re staying with us in Wainfleet, it’s a short walk from your front door.
Here’s what to expect in 2026.
When and where
Bands on the Bank 2026 takes place on Saturday 8 August 2026, with gates opening at 12 noon, at Salem Bridge Brewery, Mill Lane, Wainfleet, PE24 4JE — the home of Batemans, the family brewery that’s been part of Wainfleet since 1874.
Who’s playing
The 2026 line-up brings a full day of live music to the bank of the river, with sets from Zebra, Revolver, Soul FX, Sound Injectors and Scoundrel Dayz – a mix that keeps the paddock moving from the afternoon right through the evening.
Food, drink and family fun
This is a proper day out, not just a gig. Expect:
- Drinks: a beer, cider and wine marquee (Batemans’ own ales included), plus a cocktail bar and mocktails.
- Food: a run of street-food vendors: Caribbean, pizza, tacos, hog roast, burgers and more.
- For the kids: face painting, braids, a glitter bar and light-up LED bits, so the little ones are as sorted as the grown-ups.
Good to know before you go
- Tickets: £10 per adult pre-booked, £15 on the gate, and children 12 and under go free. Under-16s must be with an adult.
- Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead, with any mess cleared up.
- No alcohol or glass can be brought into the paddock, and bags are searched on entry.
- Camping is available on enquiry with the brewery — though if you’d rather a comfortable bed and a hot shower afterwards, that’s where we come in.
(Always check the brewery’s official page for the latest details and to book tickets.)
Stay a short walk from the bank
Here’s the happy coincidence: our Royal Oak Cottages in Wainfleet sit just a short walk from the brewery. Our rooms are even named after Batemans ales, which tells you how woven into this town we are! It means you can enjoy the full day at Bands on the Bank, walk home, and not think about a taxi or a tent.
The cottages are dog-friendly too, so the dog can join you at the event and curl up at the cottage after. If you fancy stretching your legs the next morning, our guide to dog-friendly walks around Wainfleet has a few gentle routes to shake off the day before.
Make a weekend of it
Wainfleet is a lovely historic town in its own right, and there’s more to the area than one great festival day — take a look at our guide to a weekend in Wainfleet to build the rest of the trip around it. Book a cottage, come for the bands, and stay for the coast.
