Madness announced as latest Colchester Castle Summer Series headliner

Ska legends Madness have just been announced as headliners for Colchester Castle Summer Series 2025. Performing on Saturday 23rd August, the 'Our House' icons will also be bringing reggae punk The Skints, and The Beat ft Ranking Jnr in support. Even in their old age, Madness always bring energy in abundance; the ska skank will be serious at this one!

Colchester Castle Summer Series 2025, will welcome up to 10,000 fans per night to one of England’s most iconic historical sites. With such stunning surroundings, a lineup as legendary as Colchester Castle itself, and top promoters Soundcrash and Supermodified (Margate Summer Series and Cardiff Bay Series) behind it; it’s going to be the biggest music event Colchester has seen in years.

Pre-sale for Madness at Colchester Castle Summer Series goes live on Thursday 28th November at 9am! Sign up in the RemindMe box below to secure your presale access!

Plus, if you want to spread the cost, then Payment plans are available below too!

 

Since their emergence in the late 70s, Madness went on to become one of the bands of their generation, with their debut album One Step Beyond becoming a true classic of its genre. With a sound that expanded out from its Ska roots to cover everything from Motown to Pop, this ragtag group of cheeky misfits have captivated audiences worldwide, and this pilgrimage to Colchester Castle is not one for any fans to miss. 

So get your baggy trousers on and entre the house of fun as Madness headline Colchester Castle Summer Series. pre-sale sign-ups and payment plans below!

 

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For more information, and some FAQs, on Madness's headline show at Colchester Castle Summer Series visit the event page on Skiddle by clicking or tapping - HERE

Find out who else is playing the Colchester Castle Summer Series - HERE  

 

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