ONE OF Berkshire’s festivals as secured a further sponsorship deal with a technology company through 2027.
Henley Festival has announced the extension of its partnership with Westcoast, which means the company will continue to support the event in its 2025, 2026, and 2027.
It follows continued support from the company, which distributes technology globally, based in Theale.
The news follows the announcement that the festival has signed a new agreement to continue its partnership with Henley Royal Regatta, securing its home on the banks of the River Thames
Jo Bausor, CEO of Henley Festival, said: “With the highly anticipated return of Henley Festival in just eight days, I am thrilled to announce that Westcoast will continue as our Headline Sponsor for the next three years.
The festival was founded as a charity more than 40 years ago with the aim of championing emerging talent through its RISE programme.
This year will see headline performances from Gladys Knight, Sam Ryder, Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics Songbook, Rylan, Trevor Nelson, and Nichole Scherzinger.
They’ll be joined by returning performer Charlotte Campbell, Reading’s own Natalie Gray, and Jesse Smith.
It will also feature comedy from Dara O’Briain, Sara Pascoe, Mark Watson, Angela Barnes, Flo & Joan, and Marcel Lucont, as well as its usual arts installations, exhibitions, and roving performers.
“Their commitment is vital to delivering our charitable mission and the RISE programme, which is at the core of everything we do.
“I want to offer a heartfelt thank you to Joe Hemani and Westcoast; your support means we can do even more to champion emerging talent and provide paid opportunities to perform, exhibit and enjoy hands-on work placements.
“We couldn’t do this without you.”
Jess Tyley, Marketing Director of Westcoast, said: “Today’s announcement that Westcoast will continue our Headline Sponsorship and support of Henley Festival for 2025, 2026 and 2027 comes with great excitement.
“We share the Festival’s commitment to growing and celebrating wonderful new talent, and we are delighted to be part of this magical event.”
Henley Festival runs from Wednesday-Sunday, July 10-14, with tickets and full details available via: henley-festival.co.uk
