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Allington's Swingathon Fest: 1,000 Celebrate Alternative Lifestyles

7/19/2025

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The Swingathon festival in Allington, Lincolnshire, draws nearly 1,000 attendees for a vibrant three-day celebration of alternative lifestyles, with tickets priced at £200 for singles and £250 for couples. While organizers strive to break down stigma, local residents voice worries about noise and the village's growing reputation as the "swingers capital of England."

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The Swingathon festival in Allington, Lincolnshire, draws nearly 1,000 attendees for a vibrant three-day celebration of alternative lifestyles, with tickets priced at £200 for singles and £250 for couples. While organizers strive to break down stigma, local residents voice worries about noise and the village's growing reputation as the "swingers capital of England."