Shades of Simon - a tribute to Paul Simon
Back by popular demand! The UK’s no.1 Paul Simon tribute band “Shades of Simon” will be bringing their highly acclaimed 2 hour show “The Paul Simon Story” to the National Trust's Flatford Mill for the 5th year running in July 2026. The show has...
- Booking essential
Back by popular demand! The UK’s no.1 Paul Simon tribute band “Shades of Simon” will be bringing their highly acclaimed 2 hour show “The Paul Simon Story” to the National Trust's Flatford Mill for the 5th year running in July 2026.
The show has an engaging narration telling the story of Paul Simon as one of the best songwriters of his generation, with the outstanding 5-piece band performing authentic renditions of the best of his songs from his time in Simon & Garfunkel in the 60’s (Homeward Bound, Sound of Silence, Bridge over troubled water etc.) through to his South African inspired Graceland tour in the 80’s (You can call me Al.)
As well as listening to the lovely music, you will also be able to enjoy snacks and drinks from the National Trust catering team in the interval. You are welcome to bring a picnic and low backed chairs or a rug.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Early bird price. Includes booking fee | £20.50 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call Email booking only.
- Accessibility
The event will be held in the Granary garden. Access will be over grass and gravel. There is very limited blue badge parking 50m away, otherwise, the only parking is in the main Flatford car park which will involves 100m walk and a short flight of steps.
- Meeting point
Granary Garden, close to the Tea Room at Flatford.
- Suitability for children
Older children will find this event interesting
- What to bring and wear
This is a picnic concert in the open air, so please dress for sitting outside. Please bring your own low backed chairs or rugs to sit on.
- Other
Please note that no smoking or vaping is allowed in the concert area before, during and after the performance. With the exception of Assistance Dogs, we advise that this event may be unsuitable for dogs.
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