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Sweeps Festival
Sat 02 May
|Rochester Castle Gardens
This vibrant three‑day spring festival attracting thousands with free performances, tradition, and community spirit!
Time & Location
02 May 2026, 10:00 – 17:00
Rochester Castle Gardens, Castle, Castle Gdns, Rochester ME1 1SW, UK
About the event
Step into the historic streets of Rochester and experience one of England’s most colourful and lively spring traditions!
Every Early May Bank Holiday, the city bursts into a whirl of folk music, Morris dancing, parades, and the legendary Jack‑in‑the‑Green. It’s a joyful celebration that dates back centuries, when chimney sweeps marked May Day as their one day of freedom and festivity.
For more information visit https://www.visitmedway.org/events/rochester-sweeps-festival-157112/
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