What do you think of when you hear the name Chipping Sodbury? A charming market town in South Gloucestershire, England, on the southern edge of the Cotswolds? Known for its historic feel, with a broad, picturesque High Street lined with medieval and Georgian buildings? Well, you’d be right… but for six days at the end of May, Chipping Sodbury will transform into one of the UK’s hottest destinations, with a deluge of international music and comedy superstars taking over for Good Times On The Pitch Festival.
Starting on Wednesday 21st May and running through the Bank Holiday weekend, expect a non-stop cavalcade of stars to light up the South Gloucestershire sky — the likes of which the charming town has never seen before.
Wednesday 21st May
Jools Holland & His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
Musical maestro Jools Holland and his revered Rhythm & Blues Orchestra return to Good Times for an unforgettable evening with very special guests! Fans will be thrilled to hear that the show will feature the outstanding vocals of Louise Marshall and the highly talented Sumudu Jayatilaka. Joining the line-up for this special show is founding member of Squeeze, Chris Difford!
Together with the inimitable musicianship of the Orchestra, Jools Holland will perform tracks spanning his entire solo career. With a catalogue reaching across decades, prepare for the ultimate boogie-woogie party!
Supporting Jools is Jamie Grey, an incredibly talented singer-songwriter from the northeast of England. With emotionally driven vocals and melodic, hook-laden songs, Jamie blends acoustic, pop, folk, soul, and R&B styles. He currently boasts over 3 million combined monthly listeners across streaming platforms. Recent writing credits include nine songs on James Arthur’s number one album Bitter Sweet Love, and his co-written hit Falling Like The Stars, which has over half a billion Spotify streams.
Opening acts: Rhiannon Paige and Sam Paul.
TICKETS FOR WEDNESDAY 21ST HERE
Thursday 22nd May
Billy Ocean + Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge
International icon Billy Ocean returns with The Very Best of Billy Ocean tour, celebrating the 40th anniversary of his iconic album Suddenly. Known for hits like Caribbean Queen, When the Going Gets Tough, and Get Outta My Dreams, Billy Ocean’s career includes a Grammy Award and an MBE.
Joining him are the legendary Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge. Expect anthems like We Are Family, Lost in Music, Thinking of You, and He’s the Greatest Dancer.
But that’s not all! Chesney Hawkes will kick off the night, best known for his massive hit The One and Only.
Opening act: Ella Gaitely.
TICKETS FOR THURSDAY 22ND MAY HERE
Friday 23rd May
Skunk Anansie + Republica + Local Rising Stars
The volume cranks up with British rock legends Skunk Anansie. Formed in 1994, their powerful blend of rock, punk, and alternative influences made them global stars, selling millions of records and headlining Glastonbury in 1999.
Joining them are techno-pop punk icons Republica, fronted by fiery Saffron, famous for anthems like Ready To Go and Drop Dead Gorgeous — both international hits and featured in countless films and adverts.
Also on the bill: two incredible Bristol bands on the cusp of greatness — RXPTRS and IDESTROY. Arrive early to support the future of rock!
TICKETS FOR FRIDAY 23RD MAY HERE
Saturday 24th May
Scouting for Girls + Gabrielle + Mosaic
Saturday expands into a full day event starting at midday.
From the early ‘90s to the millennium, Gabrielle delivered hit after hit including Dreams and Rise, earning two BRIT Awards, two MOBOs, and an Ivor Novello.
Scouting for Girls return after their 2024 triumph, ready to belt out favourites like She’s So Lovely, Heartbeat, and This Ain’t a Love Song.
Opening the day: Mosaic, a Bristol-based alt-rock trio redefining pop-punk with punchy indie grunge sounds and infectious hooks.
TICKETS FOR SATURDAY 24TH MAY DAY TIME HERE
Saturday Night
Craig David Presents TS5 + Dougie Poynter (McFly DJ Set)
Superstar Craig David brings his world-famous TS5 show — a fusion of old-school anthems, garage, R&B, and house hits. Craig’s live set combines DJing, MCing, and singing for a truly electric party vibe.
Keeping the party alive after Craig’s set: Dougie Poynter from McFly spinning an awesome DJ set.
Opening act: ENNA.
TICKETS FOR SATURDAY 24TH OF MAY EVENING HERE
Sunday 25th May
Will Young + Natalie Imbruglia
Good Times presents a truly special evening with pop royalty. Will Young boasts 11 UK Top 10 singles and four number one albums, while Natalie Imbruglia broke records globally with her smash hit Torn. Between them, they have sold over 20 million albums worldwide.
Opening act: EL01SE.
TICKETS FOR SUNDAY 25TH MAY HERE
Monday 26th May
Family Fun Morning + Comedy Night Headlined by Katherine Ryan
Start the day at 10:30 AM with Andy and The Odd Socks, free inflatable zones, fairground rides, mini-raves, foam parties, and more! A true family extravaganza included with your ticket.
In the evening, the laughter begins with a stellar comedy lineup:
- Katherine Ryan — Award-winning comedian, bestselling author, and TV star.
- Henning Wehn — The German Comedy Ambassador to the UK.
- Gary Delaney — King of the one-liner.
- Ania Magliano — Sharp, witty rising star.
- Cerys Nelmes — Hilarious MC and TV warm-up artist.
TICKETS FOR MONDAY 26TH MAY DAYTIME HERE
TICKETS FOR MONDAY 26TH MAY EVENING HERE
Venue Information
All events take place at:
The Ridings, Wickwar Road, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6GA
Locals are encouraged to walk or cycle! Good Times has partnered with Yate Community Bike Hub to promote green travel.
Limited on-site parking is available (£10 per vehicle), bookable with your ticket.
Good Times at The Ridings, Chipping Sodbury — BS37 6GA, South Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
For up to date festival information visit the website at https://goodtimeslive.co.uk/
