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We check out some of the highlights of the huge programme of live music, art installations and wellness activities in one of the UK’s most picturesque settings
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Lindisfarne Festival, the ultimate end-of-summer party festival will be back for its ninth year from Thursday 29th August-Sunday 1st September. Nestled on the stunning Northumberland coastline just a stone’s throw from the iconic island, Lindisfarne Festival is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic mix of music, art and culture. This year’s line-up features headline acts such as the electrifying Orbital, indie rock legends The Vaccines, Scottish singer-songwriter Tom Walker, and the unparalleled De La Soul. With performances across multiple stages – from a rave craver’s paradise to a heavy rocker’s heaven – this festival promises an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all tastes.
Here, we check out some of the highlights of the huge programme of live music, art installations and wellness activities in one of the UK’s most picturesque settings.
THE HEADLINERS
As well as the chart-topping acts already mentioned, the festival comprises of stellar a line-up where serious talent is set to shine. Among the hot tips on offer are art rock band Everything Everything, psychedelic rockers Kula Shaker, top electronic music act Dreadzone and iconic electro band 808 State. And of course, the festival isn’t complete without a performance from the icons themselves, folk rock band Lindisfarne.
PROMISING PERFORMERS
Lindisfarne Festival is a perfect launchpad for the next big thing, and with eight different stages there’s ample chance to catch a dazzling array of up-and-coming acts. Head down to the DJ booth to see turntable wizards Becky Woodcock, Man Power and MAIA spin some tunes, or perhaps you fancy delving into the darkened dance depths of The Crypt, which showcases some of the North’s rising rave masters including Kaytee Bee and Sad Spit Sally. If that isn’t your vibe, check out the sensational Groovetrain, acoustic country queen Hayley McKay, or the emotive contemporary folk music of Shannon Pearl.
THE WEIRD AND WONDERFUL
If your heart desires a touch of eccentricity, then step into the whimsical world of Lindisfarne Festival’s Dingle Dell stage, where the unexpected awaits. Prepare to be enchanted by the legendary mix of dubstep, jungle, TV themes and 80s advert jingles from Darren Trunks, or encounter lashings of laughter from crack-pot comedians courtesy of Punch-Drunk Comedy. Maybe the haunting sea shanties from Old Time Sailors will sail straight into your heart? Whether you’re cackling hysterically or swaying to hypnotic rhythms, Dingle Dell is your portal to a world of magic and wonder, promising something new and unforgettable at every turn.
EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES
This festival is more than just a musical feast; it’s a holistic heaven! Dive into relaxation with soothing therapies, rejuvenate with invigorating yoga and meditation sessions, or soak up the friendly atmosphere by witnessing some mind-blowing entertainers. If you fancy tapping your toes to infectious drum beats, then make sure to check out Harbingers Drum Crew and Bangshees Drummers. If you need to balance all those energetic festival high moments, then zen out in the Shanti Bee Healing Area and take part in wellness workshops and holistic healing treatments. This festival truly offers a vibrant mix of experiences to suit every soul!
