Theatre Weekly's Best Circus, Fringe 2026

The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular: circus in Leigh-on-Sea, Chalkwell Park

A celebration of fear

Chalkwell Park, Leigh-on-Sea. 23 October to 1 November.

Fri 23 Oct to Sun 1 Nov 2026

A brand-new troupe puts on its first circus and nobody is ready. The world's only Giant Rola Bola, teeterboard acrobatics and a swinging chainsaw escape. Theatre Weekly's Best Circus, Edinburgh Fringe 2026.

The Wing-Scuffle troupe balanced on the Giant Rola Bola in the big top at Chalkwell Park, Leigh-on-Sea

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100 minutes with an interval. All ages.

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Giant Rola Bola. The only one on Earth.
100 min
of circus, with a 20 minute interval
Best Circus
Theatre Weekly, Edinburgh Fringe 2026. Straight off the train.
Halloween
the alternative way. Thrills, laughter, no scary clowns.

The story

A brand-new troupe puts on its first circus. Nobody is ready. Every character faces their fear, and the hilarious, high-flying consequences follow. The world's only Giant Rola Bola, teeterboard acrobatics and a swinging chainsaw escape, in a heated big top, animal-free. Straight from Edinburgh Fringe to Chalkwell Park for October half term, with a few spooky surprises on site.

How much

Chosen Family of 4

Save up to 24%

Any four people, any ages. Book together and pay the Chosen Family price for each ticket, minimum 4.

From £10 per person, all fees included.

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Preview

Fri 23 Oct

The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular preview prices
SeatsAdultConc.Child (2 to 15)Chosen Family (each)
Value£12.50£11£9£10
Standard£14.50£13£11£12
Premium£17£15.50£13.50£14.50
Ringside£19£17.50£15.50£16.50

Off-peak

Tue 27, Wed 28 and Fri 30 Oct

The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular off-peak prices
SeatsAdultConc.Child (2 to 15)Chosen Family (each)
Value£14.50£12.50£9.50£11
Standard£16.50£14.50£11.50£13
Premium£19.50£17.50£14.50£16
Ringside£21.50£19.50£16.50£18

Peak

All other dates

The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular peak prices
SeatsAdultConc.Child (2 to 15)Chosen Family (each)
Value£15.50£13.50£11.50£12
Standard£18.50£16.50£13.50£15
Premium£22£20£17£18.50
Ringsidefrom £25from £23from £21from £21.50

Prices shown include all fees. Chosen Family: any 4 people, per person price, minimum 4.

Wheelchair spaces with a free carer: £10.50 to £16.50, depending on date and age. Under-2s free on a lap. 10% of all tickets are £3 for low-income families.

Good to know

Chalkwell Park, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8NB. The big top is in the north-east corner of the park.

  • Chalkwell station is a ten minute walk. Leigh-on-Sea and Westcliff stations are both close. c2c from London Fenchurch Street in about 45 minutes.
  • Buses along London Road stop by the park.
  • Street parking around the park is limited. Please allow time.
  • Doors open 30 minutes before the show. Bar on site.
  • Allocated seating. Every performance is semi-relaxed: you are free to move, take a break and come back in, with front-of-house support.
  • Level access seating, wheelchair spaces and free carer seats at every performance. Book wheelchair spaces ahead.
  • Accessible toilet on site. Assistance dogs welcome.
  • Some loud moments, including a chainsaw. Haze and bright lighting throughout.

100 minutes including a 20 minute interval. Suitable for all ages. Under-2s free on a lap.

Groups of 10 or more and schools: boxoffice@revelpucks.com

A performer stands beneath a swinging chainsaw in The Wing-Scuffle Spectacular, the audience watching in the round

Groups of 10 or more

15% off Standard seats on midweek shows. Email boxoffice@revelpucks.com.

Schools

40% off Standard seats on midweek shows. Email boxoffice@revelpucks.com.

Questions

How long is the show?
100 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
Is it suitable for young children?
Yes. A family show with comedy, stunts and a bit of noise. Under-2s free on a lap.
Is the tent heated?
Yes. Bring a coat for the walk across the park.
Weekend and midweek prices?
Saturday and Sunday shows are peak. Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28 and Friday 30 October are off-peak and cheaper. Friday 23 October is the preview.
Is there parking?
Street parking near the park is limited. Chalkwell station is a ten minute walk.
Are there animals?
No. Never.
Can I change my booking?
See our booking policy in the footer, or email boxoffice@revelpucks.com.

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