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National LotteryAs irreverent as it is inspirational, the endearingly eclectic Yaxley Festival is one of the UK’s most exciting goodwill-powered family entertainment events. 

Truly an event that defies categorisation, the madcap mashup of culture, community, heritage and sports lures tens of thousands of visitors for an unforgettable weekend in the green heart of one the UK’s biggest villages. Powered 100% by volunteers and created by the community, YaxFest punches way above its weight.

Positioned at the place where music festival meets community event, families are treated to a spectacle that embraces people of all ages and attracts visitors from across Greater Peterborough and beyond.

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The Big Thank You Bash is a special three-night Christmas celebration created by Yaxley Festival and Young Technicians Academy to honour the incredible volunteers, charity workers and community groups across Peterborough and Huntingdonshire. From 15th–17th December, the brand-new Young Technicians Academy venue will become a festive winter wonderland filled with live bands, a DJ, live magic, snow, festive treats, and a magical entrance into an immersive Christmas experience — with appearances from both Santa and the Grinch. Fully funded by Yaxley Festival, the event is our heartfelt way of giving local heroes a well-deserved night to relax, enjoy themselves and feel appreciated.

Booking: When booking, volunteers will be asked to provide the charity or company name, charity or company number, and their role. Each volunteer is welcome to reserve up to eight tickets for their family. Capacity is limited, so early booking is strongly advised.

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Yaxley Festival Big Thank You Bash
I had a wonderful day representing the County Council at Yaxley Festival. Cambridgeshire is a big county and places like Yaxley don’t get enough attention - it’s my second visit since being Chair, and I hope to come back many times. No one does community better than Yaxley
Cllr Stephen Ferguson
Cllr Stephen FergusonChair Cambridgeshire County Council
Thank you Yaxley Festival - you are the perfect example of Cambridgeshire’s 3Cs in action #compassion #cooperation #community - And so much more !!!!
Dr. Nik Johnson
Dr. Nik JohnsonMayor, Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority
Congratulations to all who put in so much hard work to organise another successful Yaxley Festival. Great fun for the whole family and money raised for charities too.
Shailesh Vara MP
Shailesh Vara MPMember of Parliament for North West Cambridgeshire
The Yaxley Festival is a great example of the good work that has been done as well as demonstrating how effective the Yaxley Partnership has been in bringing people together.
Huntingdonshire Community Safety Partnership2018/2019 Q3 Strategic Assessment Yaxley
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