Proms in the Park 2026 delights audiences

Organised by the Borough Council, the free open-air concert saw more than 50 talented young musicians from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Wind Orchestra deliver a rousing programme of well-known classics. Under the direction of conductor Douglas Mitchell and Ryan Bunce the audience enjoyed a traditional Proms finale, complete with much-loved favourites including Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory. 

The orchestra was joined in the second half by prize-winning soloist Rose Johnson, whose performance added to what was a vibrant and memorable event. 

Attendees made the most of the evening, bringing picnics and deck chairs, while local partners including Friends of Hollycroft Park and the Royal British Legion Hinckley Branch helped create a lively and welcoming atmosphere. 

Council Leader, Cllr Stuart Bray, said: “Proms in the Park was a fantastic evening, bringing our community together to enjoy music and celebration in our award-winning park. My thanks go to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Wind Orchestra, Douglas Mitchell, Ryan Bunce and Rose Johnson for such outstanding performances, and to everyone who came along and made it such a success.” 

Borough Council Chief Executive Bill Cullen said: “Another fabulous evening and my thanks in particular go to our events team who put so much planning and attention into the evening.”