The Hawkstone Farmers Choir

The Hawkstone Farmers Choir are renowned as the 2026 winners of Britain's Got Talent due to their unique and deeply authentic performances. A musical collective made up of 32 real British farmers and agricultural workers from across the UK, they have become a standout act for events seeking emotional storytelling and uplifting entertainment that leaves a lasting impact. Originally set up by Jeremy Clarkson, the group was designed to celebrate farming communities and highlight ongoing issues such as isolation and mental health in rural areas of Britain. 

The group's journey began as an advertising campaign for Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone beer and cider brand. Despite the adverts themselves being banned from television, they gained significant attention and publicity, allowing them to transform what began as a commercial project into a musical collective. Under expert direction from Simon Gwilliam and Lizzy Dean, the choir became a polished ensemble whilst retaining their authenticity. Members shared how the genuine narrative of the group helped them combat the isolation of agricultural work.

In March 2026, Hawkstone auditioned for the 19th series of Britain's Got Talent, where they performed Elbow's 'One Day Like This'. Their emotionally charged rendition brought judges and audience members to tears, leading to judge Amanda Holden to award the choir with her golden buzzer, sending them directly to the live semi-finals. Defined by rich harmonies and a shared sense of lived experience, their performance of 'Pompeii' by Bastille in the semi-finals secured them a place in the final. In May 2026, the group participated in the final of the competition singing their original song "This Is Home", leading them to become the first choir to ever win Britain's Got Talent. 

Alongside their incredible performances, the Hawkstone Farmers Choir have been widely respected for their advocacy work as they have used their platform to raise awareness of mental health challenges within the farming community. In 2025, they released their first charity vinyl named 'The Banned One' in support of the mental health charity 'Shout' for Mental Health Awareness Week. Their combination of powerful vocals and meaningful performances makes them a sought-after act for events across the globe.