Supporters Scheme

Sean Rafferty MBE to become the first Head of the Friends of Hatfield House Music Festival

The Trustees of the Festival and the Salisbury family are delighted to announce that the distinguished broadcaster, Sean Rafferty, has accepted this new role. Sean has been a loyal supporter of the Festival ever since it began fifteen years ago and his genial presence is a welcome feature at its concerts. Sean hosted In Tune for BBC Radio 3 for many years and has a wide knowledge and love of classical music. He is a great ‘people person’ – guests on In Tune were always very keen to be invited back! – and his expertise and warmth will be valuable assets to the newly revitalised Friends organisation. We look forward to welcoming him at this year’s Launch Concert on 8 May.

“Sublime music performed by outstanding artists in sublime places… nowhere better than Hatfield. I’ve watched the Festival grow and bring so much pleasure. It’s an honour to be a small part of the next chapter.”  Sean Rafferty April 2026

To join as a Friend of Hatfield House Music Festival, click here to download the Membership Form 2026.  If you are unable to download and print a form, please contact Festival Manager at lucy@hatfieldhousemusicfestival.org.uk  for assistance.

Our Supporters enjoy a range of exclusive benefits. Choose your preferred level from the list below:

Festival Friend:  £50+

• priority booking
• credit in programme and on website
• invitation to Friends drinks reception during Festival with artists

Marble Friend:  £125+

• priority booking +
• credit in programme and on website
• invitation to Friends drinks reception during Festival with artists
• access to a Friends ‘area’ during Festival with teas and coffees

Crystal Friend:  £500+

• priority booking ++
• credit in programme and on website
• invitation to Friends drinks reception during Festival with artists
• access to a Friends ‘area’ during Festival with teas and coffees
• opportunity to attend a designated rehearsal

Dowland Friend:  £1,000+

• priority booking +++
• credit in programme and on website
• invitation to Friends drinks reception during Festival with artists
• access to a Friends ‘area’ during Festival with teas and coffees
• opportunity to attend a designated rehearsal
• invitation to private drinks reception with artists hosted by Lord and Lady Salisbury
• complimentary programme to be mailed out in advance of the Festival

Rainbow Friend:  £2,000+

• priority booking ++++
• credit in programme and on website
• invitation to Friends drinks reception during Festival with artists
• access to a Friends ‘area’ during Festival with teas and coffees
• opportunity to attend a designated rehearsal
• invitation to private drinks reception with artists hosted by Lord and Lady Salisbury
• complimentary programme to be mailed out in advance of the Festival
• one free ticket per Rainbow Friend to the House and Gardens
• Private tour of House on one occasion during the Festival
• Opportunity to support and meet an artist of choice during Festival