The Henley Festival, announce its series events featuring headline performances from The Beach Boys,  Madness, a special James Bond Themed Gala Evening : Shaken & Stirred. The Music of James Bond and Paloma Faith.

With just 5,000 tickets available each night, this chic black tie only event is an intimate and magical experience, set on the serene banks of the River Thames. With appearances from some of the biggest names in music, food, street theatre, dance, art, culture and comedy, this quintessentially British festival has a rich 31-year legacy for you to be a part of. Taking place over five spectacular nights, the Henley Festival is THE only event to see and be seen at this summer. More will be revealed in the coming weeks…

Gill Mitchell, CEO of The Henley Festival said: “Many people do not realise that we are a charity and always have been. Over the last 30 years, the Henley Festival has donated more than £2m to music and art projects in the Thames Valley. With this in mind, it gives us great pleasure, to announce such an exciting and diverse musical line up for this year’s Henley Festival.  We are extremely proud to be playing host to some of the most globally recognised artists at our summer party and look forward to seeing you there.”

Some quotes from artists appearing: 

Mike Love (Beach Boys) said: "We are very excited about performing at this year's Henley Festival and playing literally on the River Thames.  It is always a special gift to get the opportunity to play for our English fans."  

Madness said: "Our singer Suggs got the wrong date and turned up on stage a year early, luckily Sting didn't mind too much, we'll all be there this year, we'll be expecting you."

Sir Roger Moore said: “James Bond has played a major part of my life and I can't imagine a more appropriately British location for a celebration of Ian Fleming's remarkable character. Have a wonderful evening and good luck!”

Paloma Faith said: "I'm really happy to be playing at the Henley Festival this year.  Performing live is what I love the most!"

Blending sophistication and glamour, the unique Henley Festival opens its doors to a world of the greatest performances and entertainment. Indulge your senses with the best food and music, accompanied by a selection of witty comedy shows and quirky street theatre, all in one very stylish location. Sample the culinary expertise of the famous Albert & Michel Roux Jr, surrounded by the sharpest and most elegant festivalgoers around. 

The Henley Festival 2013 takes place at Henley On Thames from Wed 10th to Sun 14th July 2013. Tickets wil be on sale from 25th Feb

10th July - THE BEACH BOYS

11th July – SPECIAL GUEST TO BE ANNOUNCED

12th July - MADNESS

13th July - SHAKEN & STIRRED.  THE MUSIC OF JAMES BOND

14th July - PALOMA FAITH