Festival Guide

2012 Festival guide

 

10. HoneyFest – 16^th April 2012

HoneyFest is a Wiltshire-based festival that showcases both mainstream and breakthrough acts for one day only, and is unique among the popular festivals in that it is based entirely in one pub; The Barge Inn. Self-proclaimed ‘best pub in the universe’, it is hard to argue against the line-up this year, with legendary singer Damien Rice making a headline appearance, as well as many other incredible acts, including The Magic Numbers, Laura Marling, and the unique harmonies of the Marthas and Arthurs.

For more information, visit the HoneyFest website, at http://www.honeyfest.co.uk/

 

9. RetroTrax – 12^th – 13^th May 2012

RetroTrax is a fantastic new festival that takes you back to the days of the 1980s and 90s, and is not to be missed if you were in the clubbing scene back then.

With classic acts such as Ce Ce Rogers and Alison Limerick, you’ll soon be back into your old clubbing ways, and showing the younger generation how a festival should really be attended.

For more information on the RetroTrax festival, visit http://retrotraxfestival.co.uk/

 

8. Lovebox – 15^th – 17^th June 2012

Lovebox is a festival entering its eighth year on the scene, and has been called “London’s most convincing festival” (NME) and “One of the truly essential summer shindigs” (Shortlist).

With the recent expansion of the maximum capacity to 65,000 people, the Lovebox is not a festival to be missed if you are in the south of England.

For more information about Lovebox, visit http://www.lovebox.net/home/

 

7. Download Festival – 8^th – 10^th June 2012

Download is a festival that needs no introduction. Now in it’s tenth year of operation, it has truly become a staple part of the British festival scene, and with headlining acts such as Metallica, The Prodigy and Black Sabbath making an appearance this year alone, it is easy to see why. You cannot afford to miss this festival!

For more information, please visit http://www.downloadfestival.co.uk/

 

6. T in the Park – 6^th – 8^th July 2012

A total of 180 artists will be playing on ten stages over three days at the T in the Park festival, in Scotland. With headlining acts including Foo Fighters, the Artic Monkeys and the epic and unforgettable Coldplay, the only problem with coming to this festival is the arguments with your friends over which act to see next.

For more information on the T in the Park, head over to http://www.tinthepark.com/content/default.asp

 

5. The Big Chill – 2^nd – 5^th August 2012

The Big Chill is a festival known for its alternative and dance acts. Last years festival included Jessie J, Kanye West and The Chemical Brothers, among many other instantly recognizable stars. The festival is situated in the grounds of Eastnor Castle, near Ledbury, in Herefordshire.

For more information on The Big Chill, please visit http://www.bigchill.net/

 

4. V Festival – 18^th – 19^th August 2012

V Festival, while traditionally a rock festival, has exploded onto the popular scene, and is now the regular stomping ground of all of the biggest international stars. Last year alone, incredible acts such as Rihanna, Eminem, Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding and The Script headlined the stage, and this year is sure to be another classic.

For more information on V festival, head over to http://www.vfestival.com/

 

3. Reading and Leeds Festival – 24^th – 26^th August 2012

Many icons have first dreamed of superstardom at the Reading and Leeds Festival – from the crowd. Every year, thousands of people across the country make their way to one of these two, linked festivals in order to see the very best rock acts that the world has to offer. The timing may be different, but the line-up is exactly the same for each festival, allowing both the north and south of Britain to enjoy a quality festival experience. Reading is, incidentally, a 10-minute drive from our compound in Henley-on-Thames, and is particularly popular with groups of friends.

For more information about Reading and Leeds Festival, please visit http://www.readingfestival.com/

 

2. Rewind Festival – 17^th – 19^th August 2012

The 80s Rewind Festival is located right on our doorstep. Henley-on-Thames itself hosts this iconic nod to 80s music, and people from all over the country gather to listen to some quality bands do what they do best. Last years festival highlights included Bucks Fizz, Bananrama, Village People and The Human League, and tickets for this year’s festival are already in high demand.

For more information on Rewind, please visit http://www.rewindfestival.com/

 

1. Isle of Wight Festival – 22^nd – 24^th June 2012

In the absence of a Glastonbury festival this year, the top place in our list has to go to The Isle of Wight Festival. And with acts like the ones headlining, there can be little wonder why. A fantastic mix of old and young, the Isle of Wight festival is the cream of festivals everywhere. Acts such as Tinie Tempah and Noah and the Whale will pique the interest of youngsters everywhere, before Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band finish the weekend with a timeless bang.

For more information on this fantastic event, please visit http://www.isleofwightfestival.com/index.aspx