Carley Varley Set to Dazzle at CarFest 2025’s Wigwam Stage

Catch Carley Varley on Saturday, 23rd August at CarFest 2025. Performing on the Wigwam Stage at The BarFest Arms hosted by Timothy Taylor’s, Carley will be delivering a fresh and dynamic blend of alternative pop and rock. Evolving from her pop roots, Carley now channels influences like Linkin Park and Paramore into her powerful performances. Discovered busking in Lymington, she has since played notable stages across the UK, including prestigious venues in London.

Carley’s captivating voice, paired with her skills on guitar and piano, has made her a standout in the South Coast music scene. Her music career began with her 2019 debut EP Captured Memories, followed by a string of successful singles like "Since You Left," which racked up thousands of streams. Carley’s most recent releases, including Better Without Me and Homesick, have gained attention on BBC Introducing and other stations, cementing her place as a rising talent. With her vibrant stage presence and impressive catalogue of songs, Carley Varley's performance promises to be an unforgettable highlight of CarFest’s Saturday lineup.

Hosted by Timothy Taylor’s, the festival’s much-loved pub setting pairs great live music with award-winning ales, including their celebrated pale ale, Landlord and their session IPA Hopical Storm, alongside a wide selection of lagers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks. Festival-goers can relax, enjoy a drink, and witness some of the UK’s most exciting up-and-coming musical talent in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. The Wigwam Stage is set to showcase a fantastic lineup of new artists and acoustic sets throughout the weekend. 

Now in its fifteenth year, CarFest 2025, founded by Virgin Radio presenter Chris Evans, continues to offer far more than just cars. The festival brings together six distinct experiences in one, including FoodFest for culinary enthusiasts, KidsFest for family-friendly fun, RetroFest for all things vintage, SpaFest for wellness and relaxation, StarFest featuring celebrity guests and expert talks, and, of course, CarFest itself for high-speed thrills and breathtaking car displays. 

Beyond its entertainment value, CarFest remains dedicated to its core mission of raising funds for UK children’s charities. Since its inception in 2012, the festival has donated all of its profits to charity, raising an impressive £1.26 million in 2024 alone. The 2025 edition will continue to support vital causes, including BBC Children in Need, Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, Starlight Children’s Foundation, Teenage Cancer Trust, Young Epilepsy, and the local Hampshire hospice Naomi House & Jacksplace.

With an unbeatable lineup of live music, family-friendly entertainment, and an unwavering commitment to charitable giving, CarFest 2025 promises to be one of the summer’s most unmissable events.

Tickets for CarFest 2025 are available now at www.carfest.org.

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Editors notes

CarFest is the brainchild of presenter Chris Evans. Taking place at Laverstoke Park Farm, the festival features an incredible combination of cars, food, live music and family entertainment. Launched in 2012, the weekend-long festival was created to raise funds for UK children’s charities. Since its inception, the festival has raised over £25 million for its charity partners. CarFest is run by CarFest Management Ltd on behalf of Chris Evans.