The Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival, East Sussex

The Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival brings world-class musicians to this charming corner of rural East Sussex allowing audiences to enjoy international chamber music, as well as food and drinks, in a beautiful setting. With nine concerts to choose from over four days, it is a significant event in the regional cultural calendar.

“Peasmarsh, in late June, is a magical festival.”
— Sir David Hare, The Observer

We look forward to seeing you in June!

Patrons priority booking runs from 9th to 20th March.
Friends priority booking from 23rd March to 3rd April.
General booking opens on Tuesday April 7th.

Guest Artists for 2026

We are delighted to welcome our 2026 guest artists, who are invited to perform in the Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival by Festival Co-directors, Anthony Marwood and Richard Lester, collaborating in different ensembles across the long weekend of concerts.

Edgar Francis

Valentin Magyar

Marianna Shirinyan

Jennifer Stumm

Oliver Heath

Kate Gould

Astatine Trio

Britten Sinfonia

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Anthony Marwood

Richard Lester

Artistic Directors

Anthony Marwood MBE
& Richard Lester

Co-directed by Anthony Marwood and Richard Lester, the Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival emerged from the acclaimed Florestan Festival, directed for fourteen years by the award-winning Florestan Trio.

Support Our Festival

You can support the PCMF Trust either by becoming a Friend or Patron, by giving a one-off donation, by becoming a festival sponsor, or by advertising in our programme.

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‘Inspiring music in beautiful surroundings’