A three-day music festival held in honour and in loving memory of Nantwich mum Steph Thompson has raised over £9,200 for Blood Cancer UK. 

MeadowFest took place in Burland from Friday 8 August to Sunday 10 August, organised by Steph's husband James, their 10-year-old son Freddie and a team of family and friends.

The intimate, family-friendly festival brought together hundreds of people to celebrate Steph's life though music, activities and fundraising.

The weekend featured a fantastic musical line-up of performers from near and far, including Eddie Fuller, The Dodgems, Nigel Stonier, Red Spektor, The Gus Glynn Band and Laura Hegarty and The Midnight Sea.

MeadowFest took place in Burland from Friday 8 August to Sunday 10 August, organised by Steph Thompson's husband James, their 10-year-old son Freddie and a team of family and friends (Supplied).

It included special guest singer-songwriter Lucy Kitchen. DJs took over on the Saturday night with dancing into the early hours under the light of a huge full moon.

The event was opened in style by a classic tractor parade, led by Mike Harper on his Victorian steam engine.

Mark Edge's Play Your Cards Right was also a huge hit, with young Freddie wowing crowds with his snooker exhibition challenges and trick shots.

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Alongside the performances, guests enjoyed activities provided by Orbis Outdoor, including axe-throwing and bumper balls.

James Thompson said: "The event had just the feel that we were looking for. Excellent music and entertainment for all ages and tastes. 

"The weekend was filled with special moments, including a WWII Catalina (Flying Boat) fly-pass."

A raffle, tombola and silent auction were also held, with prizes donated by businesses and individuals from Nantwich and beyond. 

MeadowFest brought together hundreds of people to celebrate Steph Thompson's life though music, activities and fundraising (Supplied).

Refreshments were provided throughout the weekend by Tom's Tap, Sorrento Pizzas and French Connection.

Steph's mum Janet said: "Steph was so special, so strong and is so greatly missed.

"This wonderful weekend was a joyful way to celebrate her life with so many friends and family and we thank you all for coming and extend thanks to those who donated but were unable to attend." 

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The expanding team are already looking forward to MeadowFest 2026 and hope to make it even better.

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