Elderflower Fields 2025 programme

Contents

4

Useful Info

7

Programme

Accessibility

Guide

8

Performance

Schedule

11

Performers

Listings

22

Wow Pow!

25

Activities

Listings

33

The Hop

47

Ticket Offer

49

Art Trail

50

Woodland Spa

52

Food & Drink

55

List of Activities

by Area

56

Map

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Welcome to

Elderflower

Fields

Time to kick back and relax. Forget about the world outside and

have fun with your family.

Your Elderflower Fields adventure awaits. A chance to

reconnect with each other and immerse yourself in nature.

We encourage you to get involved. Enjoy these precious

experiences with your children and, most of all, PLAY.

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Useful

information

LOVE NATURE

Elderflower Fields takes place on a beautiful

estate with diverse flora and fauna. We are

privileged to call this place our home for a few

days. Please explore and enjoy nature, but respect

it and teach your kids to respect it too. Please

support us by trying not to disturb wildlife and

by using the waste facilities provided, which

is sorted off-site after the event. Please pay

attention to any signs for areas which are closed

or off-limits. Leave only your footprints behind...

The site is quite wild in places with deep water

and potentially dangerous ground conditions.

Never leave your child unsupervised on any part

of the site (except for the Sports & Arts Camps),

and take extra care near the ponds or lakes.

Please also be aware that some areas can be

uneven, boggy or slippery when wet.

Fires, BBQs and stoves are allowed in the

campsites only, but must be raised off the ground.

Do not take wood to burn from the site. Open,

unconfined fires are not allowed and please never

use stoves or BBQs inside your tent - carbon

monoxide poisoning is a real risk. Please note; if it

is very dry, we may need to ban all fires & BBQs.

There is no smoking allowed in any venue or

structure on site. Please do not drop your butts

on the ground, each one must be collected by us

after the event by hand. Ensure your cigarette is

fully extinguished before disposing of it in a sand

bucket.

Alcohol is not permitted into the festival arenas

from the campsite. There are fully licensed bars

with a great range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic

options available.

All our bars serve drinks in reusable cups so

remember yours if you have one. You’ll be charged

for your first cup and you can either keep the cup

for the weekend and have it refilled or exchange

it for a clean cup throughout the festival. Please

return unwanted cups to our bars at the end

of the festival and help with our sustainability

commitments.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

LOST PROPERTY

Keep any valuables with you. Do not leave them

in your tent or your car. Lost property will be

managed by the team at the Info Tent. If you have

lost something, please head there and we will do

our best to reunite you.

PHONE CHARGING

Phone charging is available in the Info Tent for £3

per charge. Please note that we can only charge a

small number of phones at any one time and that

your phone is left at your own risk.

WATER, TOILETS & SHOWERS

Please encourage your kids to wash their hands,

especially before eating. There are lots of lovely

wild animals who normally inhabit the estate,

which means animal poo too. Hand wash stations

are located around the site and in the toilet

blocks. Please do not put food waste into the

hand-washing sinks.

Drinking water is available freely in all bars and

from taps in the campsites and by the toilets on

Dragonfly Hill. Please turn off taps once you’ve

filled up your water bottles. There are hot showers

and plenty of toilets around the site. Please

respect the countryside and do not use the woods

or bushes. Showers can get extremely busy in the

mornings, so you may have to queue. Our advice

is to shower mid-afternoon and also keep your

shower short to help save water.

WASTE & RECYCLING

Help us to keep the site clean and tidy by using

the waste facilities provided. When you pack

up your campsite, please take everything home

with you and leave rubbish (including recycling)

in black bin bags in the waste areas provided.

There is strictly no glass allowed on site. If you

accidentally brought some, please take it home

with you as it causes problems in our post-event

recycling - read more about sustainability on the

Elderflower Fields website.

WHAT3WORDS

What3Words is a useful tool that can help you find

your way around the site, locate your tent or car,

and get help in an emergency. The app is free and

can be downloaded from the App Store or Google

Play. If you’ve downloaded the app, note where

your tent is and write it on your kids’ wristband,

along with your mobile number.

LOST CHILDREN

When you arrive, write your mobile number on

your kids’ wristbands. Spare blank wristbands are

available at the Ticketing Tent and the Info Tent.

Take time to familiarise everyone with the site

layout and note where your camping spot is.

It’s a good idea to tell your kids that if they get

lost, to ask for help from security or a steward

(who will be wearing high-vis vests) or head to

the Info Tent. Found children will be cared for at

the Info Tent. If you become separated from your

child during the weekend, please tell a steward

or head to the Info Tent as soon as possible so

our team can assist you. If you’ve downloaded

What3Words app, note where your tent is and

write it on your kids’ wristband, along with your

mobile number.

BABY CHANGE &

BREASTFEEDING

Thanks to our friends at Juno for sponsoring

the tipis near the Info Tent where you can go for

baby changing and breastfeeding or just a bit

of quiet and shade if you're coming with very

small children. These facilities are free to use

all weekend. Pop in whenever you need to and

browse a free copy of Juno parenting magazine.

LUGGAGE DROP

On Monday, we operate a tractor and trailer

luggage drop service to help get your camping

gear back up the hill to the car park. This will

operate every 45 minutes starting at 8am, from

the top of the main family camping field, next to

the bell tents. Luggage will be dropped at a central

location in the car park. £3 per item (please do not

bundle multiple items together) - pre-book at any

point over the weekend via the Info Tent. Please

note, this is for luggage only, not people.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

MORTIMER NANNIES

‘The Keepers of Calm’, Mortimer Nannies and

their experienced team host two ‘stay up late’

sessions each evening in their babysitting tent

next to the first aid centre on Leapfrog Lawns for

kids aged 2+. Sessions cost £30 per child. Limited

space available - pop in to check availability.

HOW TO GET HELP

If you need help at any point over the weekend,

the best place to head to is the Info Tent. It’s

also the place to go to for programme schedule

changes.

Info Tent opening times:

Friday: 2pm - 10pm

Sat & Sun: 8am - 10pm

Monday: 8am - 2pm

If you have a physical disability and need

assistance getting around the site, please go

and speak to the team at the Info Tent. We have

a wheelchair-accessible buggy specifically for

helping those who might need assistance getting

to and from the car park.

If you need urgent help with anything and are

unable to find a steward or other member of

staff, or if you need emergency assistance

during the night, you can phone this number

which is manned 24 hours throughout the

festival: 07721 692905.

FIRST AID

Our event first aid team is led by paramedics and

experienced first aiders who provide excellent

first aid cover throughout the weekend. If you or

your kids have any medical concerns, please head

to the First Aid tent at the bottom of Leapfrog

Lawns.

Please be aware of ticks and if you find one on

you, or think you’ve been bitten, head to the First

Aid tent for advice.

FINALLY...

Parents: please remember, you are responsible for

your children at ALL times. Please treat the site,

structures and each other with respect and do not

use any activity equipment outside of supervised

activity times.

Share your Elderflower Fields

weekend with us for a

chance to win.

See page 47 for details

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Programme

accessibility guide

Accessibility icons are indicated in the programme next to each activity

or performance with one or more coloured dots. They are intended as a

quick reference to help you decide which bits of the festival your family

might enjoy the most, and we hope that they will be particularly useful for

anyone who might have specific access needs.

OUTSIDE

Activities or

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performances which take

place wholly or mostly outside.

So, there are no closed-off areas

and if it’s raining you’ll probably

get a bit wet.

INSIDE

Activities or

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performances which take

place wholly or mostly inside or

under shelter of some kind. So

you’ll be nice and dry if it rains,

but it could feel crowded or

claustrophobic at times.

GET INVOLVED

Participation is required –

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get stuck in and be part of

the action!

JUST WATCH

Kick back, relax and

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watch the spectacle. No

need to do anything other than

enjoy the show.

NICE & NOISY

Sometimes loud or

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exciting and energetic –

ok to add your own noise too :-)

CALM & QUIET

These activities or

CQ

performances might still

involve music or talk, but they

are generally more relaxing and

quiet.

MESSY

Hands on, sensory, tactile

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and possibly a little

messy or wet!

TAKE IT HOME

Take something home

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after the festival – either

a thing which you’ve made or a

skill you’ve learned.

PRE-BOOKED

These activities need

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to be pre-booked before

the festival. Please check our

website to book any remaining

spaces or head directly to the

provider to see if there are any

remaining places on the day.

EXTRA

££

Optional activities with

extra fee required.

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Welcome to a wild

weekend of music and

performance!

Elle & The Pocket Belles get things swinging on

Friday before the Technicolour Steam Train pulls

up. Prepare for an unforgettable live experience

mixing heavy bass and traditional acoustic

instruments from Headmix before festival friends

Carnival Collective set the stage alight.

Firing up Saturday night, Dr Meaker’s dynamic

fusion of live instrumentation and electronic

sounds is not to be missed. Rhythms, brass and

soul from Gyratory Allstars and Mama Moonshine

collide with gypsy folk rock and Balkan beats

from Tiger Moth and the ska, hip-hop vibes of The

Petty Thieves.

Ravi’s Dream Team wake up Sunday’s stage,

followed by high-energy fun from West End Kids

and Flo Gallop. Rising star Rylee Somers delivers

lunchtime sounds before the Big Family Dance

Off. Global rhythms from Politto Boogaloo and Son

Guarachando warm up, ready for Raz and Afla

and a big Royal Dub Collective finish.

Head to the woods for soothing acoustic sounds

at the hidden Skylark Sessions and jump around

DJ delights at the Moonshine Fandango. Tumble

down the rabbit hole to dance with magical

characters at the Glitter Boshers Wonderland

Rumble and rave your heart out with Big Fish

Little Fish and Middle Aged Rave.

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PM

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THE PEPPERHEADS

ELLE & THE POCKET BELLES

TECHNICOLOUR

STEAM TRAIN

HEADMIX

CARNIVAL COLLECTIVE

CODESOUTH

TAKEOVER

SILENT DISCO

BRYONY DUNN

& THE FOREST

BERTIE

ED BOXALL

DAMIEN JENNING'S

MAGIC SHOW

ADAM SNYDER

AROUND THE WORLD IN THREE STORIES

DAWN CASEY

SHADOW PUPPET STORY BOX

Please note timings may be subject to

change. Look out for stage times on

the venue blackboards.

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PERFORMANCE SCHEDULES

AM

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10

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2

3

4

RHAPSODY ARTIST

DEVELOPMENT

THE REJECTS

GREENNESS

MAMA MOONSHINE

YOUTHSAYERS

LAZY BONES

SIMON C

BIG FISH LITTLE FISH

KOJAK

MIC TAKEOVER

FABLES

RAD SOLOS

BN1 ARTS STARS

MUSIC WITH MIKE

TREE-TASTIC

WITH JUNK JODIE

CAT & HUTCH

A WILD WOODLAND ADVENTURE

FAMILY PUB QUIZ

WITH KAI

TREE-TASTIC

WITH JUNK JODIE

UKEBOXBABY

PM

5

6

GYRATORY ALLSTARS

ETHOBEAT

LLAMA G FT. LAYLA TERRY

JEYA

MR PINEAPPLEHEAD

THE DARING DETECTIVES

SOCIETY WITH CAT & HUTCH

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TIGER MOTH

SWIFTY SHOWDOWN

IZZIE DERRY

EMMA BEARD

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9

10

THE PETTY THIEVES

DR MEAKER

SONIC ANGEL

ESSENCE OF CHI & WREKKA

LORI ASHA

THE WILD PANSIES

ED BOXALL

ROBIN MANUELL

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THE GLITTER BOSHER

(SLIENT DISCO)

MATT BOY SLIM




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PERFORMANCE SCHEDULES

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AM

PM

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10

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2

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5

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RAVI'S DREAM TEAM

WEST END KIDS

RYLEE SOMERS

FLO GALLOP

BIG FAMILY DANCE OFF

THE MARCHING SKALATONS

SON GUARACHANDO

MUMBOP

- EVERYBODY DANCE

LADY LEY

WONDERLAND RUMBLE

DJ SHANAZZLE

MATT BOY SLIM

MIDDLE AGE RAVE

DJ FUNKY B

SONGWRITING SESSIONS

ARLO ANWIN

MEGAN WARDROPER

ERIKA OLSON

LDN2BTN

SUNDAY JAZZ TAKEOVER

ANOUSKA ASSISI

MR TAMBORINE STAN

BIMM PRESENTS

MUSIC WITH MIKE

THE MOUSE & THE MUSHROOM

WILD-ERFUL WARRIORS

ADVENTURE WITH JUNK JODIE

MY FATHER'S DRAGON

WITH CAT & HUTCH

MR PINEAPPLEHEAD

WILD-ERFUL WARRIORS

ADVENTURE WITH JUNK JODIE

THE STINKIEST PIRATE

WITH CAT & HUTCH

THE MOUSE & THE MUSHROOM

BERTIE AND BOW

ENTERTAINMENT

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8

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POLLITO BOOGLAOO

RAZ & AFLA

SORREL

LOVE IS THE MESSAGE

STANMER BAND

ROBIN MANUEL

QUIZ FACE

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ROYAL DUB COLLECTIVE

BANGERS & ASH

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IAN JOLIET




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ThisYear’s

Performers

Carnival Collective

Flo Gallop

Carnival Collective

Fri: 10pm

Brighton’s infamous big sounds Orchestra. A riot

of multi-genre music encompassing jungle, DnB,

ska, Latin, reggae, funk and more. Guaranteed to

make any audience dance, Carnival Collective

have bounced bodies for 30 years and are still as

fresh as ever!

Elle & The Pocket Belles

Dr Meaker

Sat: 9:30

From nightclubs to muddy fields, they've torn up

venues around the world earning many accolades

and awards including Glastonbury’s Emerging

Artists Live Act. Dragonfly Hill is going off on

Saturday night as Dr Meaker splices dirt and soul

to fire up the sound system. Bristol Style!

Elle & The Pocket Belles

Fri: 6pm

Mixing retro pop and electro swing with a

dash Soul... Elle & The Pocket Belles bring high

energy, charisma, incredible harmonies and

choreography to the stage. Every performance is a

spectacle to behold!

Flo Gallop

Sun: 1:30pm

Inspired by Lily Allen, her playful music reflects

relatable experiences with a sassy twist. Flo

blends witty lyrics and catchy melodies with

energetic performances. Since debuting ‘21’ in

2021, she’s gained BBC Radio 1 support, and been

noted as one of Spotify’s top fresh finds.

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THIS YEAR’S PERFORMERS

Greenness Mama Moonshine Pollito Boogaloo

Greenness

Sat: 1 .15pm

Described by Prog Magazine as an imaginative

blend of bilingual alt-folk electronica. Greenness

are a critically acclaimed Franco-English band

inspired by alternative sounds and the natural

world.

Gyratory Allstars

Sat: 5pm

After a chance meeting in a Brighton pub, vocalist

Jerry Clavier completed the funky sounds of the

Gyratory Allstars. This super tight new funk &

soul band have enjoyed recent multiple plays

from BBC 6 Music’s Craig Charles, Jazz FM,

Norman Jay MBE and many more.

Headmix

Fri: 8:30pm

Heavy bass mixes with traditional instruments,

outspoken harmonies and infectious grooves.

Bagpipes, fiddle, accordion, whistle, melodica and

heartfelt vocals combine with a driving rhythm

section. Headmix create an irresistibly dancey

unforgettable live experience. Folk meets ska,

reggae, DnB and disco!

Mama Moonshine

Sat: 2.30pm

Prepare yourself for a lightning live show where

the energy is high and the shimmer is real! Take

a soulful and electrifying journey between funky

jams and bluesy beats. A unique, homegrown

blend of rhythm, brass, and melody, this colourful

6-piece brings a vibe like no other.

Headmix

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Ravi's Dream Team

Raz & Afla

Rhapsody Artist Development

Pollito Boogaloo

Sun: 6:30pm

Bringing authentic Latino sounds to the Sussex

countryside! Led by Colombian vocalist Raffael

Berrio, Pollito Boogaloo guarantees to keep hips

wiggling and feet moving with salsa, vallenato,

Cumbia and boogaloo!

Ravi's Dream Team

Sun: 10am

An inspiring group of singers, led by Ravi, a

9-year-old brain tumour warrior, whose resilience

has captured hearts globally. Known for their

performance on Britain’s Got Talent, Ravi’s Dream

Team is more than just a choir – they’re a symbol

of hope, courage, and the power of dreams.

Royal Dub Collective

Sun: 9:30pm

12 of the finest independent artists join for a live

experience not to miss. United through a love of

music, delivering an underground dance floor

sound with a positive uplifting message. Expect

soulful, laid back vibes combining roots reggae &

dub, through to jump up ska, breakbeat and vocal

anthems.

Raz & Afla

Sun: 8pm

A bond that fuels a dynamic and effortless

musical relationship. Raz Olsher & Afla Sackey's

music represents a harmonious union of African

influences with electronic music, full of soul,

vibrant energy and captivating rhythms. Their

work is a cosmic journey through an entire

continent and beyond.

Rhapsody Artist Development

Sat: 11am

With powerful voices and choreographed routines,

Rhapsody Artist Development performers aged

5 to 18 deliver captivating shows filled with

enthusiasm and passion. Join us in celebrating

their musical journey!

Royal Dub Collective



Technicolour Steam Train

Rylee Somers

Sun: 12:15pm

A multi-instrumentalist since age 8, soul and

blues singer Rylee brings her powerful voice and

magnetic presence to Dragonfly Hill. Influences

include Joss Stone and Ray Charles, this 18-yearold

rising star performs with her band formed

from her music college friends.

Son Guarachando

Sun: 5pm

Led by vocalist Adriana Lord, a leading force

in the Havana music scene, the band features

members from Colombia, Spain, Cuba, and the

UK, all at the apex of their respective Latin music

scenes. Experience the finest cuban son, salsa,

cumbia and Latin vibes available in the UK today.

The Marching SKAlatons

Rylee Somers

Technicolour Steam Train

Fri: 7:15pm

A 'seriously unserious' ska-fusion band with an

array of soul-funk grooves and 2-tone roots with

hiphop multi-genre frontman Charlie Mulford

as its conductor. TST are a 9 piece explosion of

colour and chaos.

The Marching SKAlatons

Sun: 4pm

Festival faves bring back to life the re-animating

power of ska. These day of the dead inspired

Marching SKAletons will get your bones shaking

with classic and original horn-powered ska

instrumentals and deadly dancing.

The Pepperheads

Fri: 5pm

5 kids who've grown up at Elderflower Fields

bring their psychedelic-tinged indie rock sounds

to the stage. Their catchy songs (soon to be heard

in their debut album, Straitjacket Pantomime)

offer a memorable experience for young and old.

Never forget, The Pepperheads!

The Petty Thieves

Sat: 8pm

Take a dose of ska, mix in some hip-hop but then

set guitars loose on the whole thing. And did we

mention the ukulele? All of this drizzled with the

finest extra-virgin horn lines and you have the

recipe for a party set from The Petty Thieves.

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West End Kids

Tiger Moth

Youthsayers

The Rejects

Sat 12:15pm

A new indie rock band with a twist — blending

jangly guitars, funk-infused grooves, and a splash

of soul to create a sound that hits both the hips

and the heart.

Tiger Moth

Sat: 6:30pm

Come jump about to songs with weird and

wonderful stories about scientific facts and

historical figures, told through a lively mix of

world gypsy folk rock, incorporating Balkan,

Middle Eastern, Latin, and swing influences. It's

like hopping on a wild ride through time and

space!

West End Kids

Sun: 11am

A vibrant showcase of superstars in action.

Known for their polished acts at iconic venues

and festivals, West End Kids' high-energy

performances bring a unique blend of talent

and enthusiasm to inspire more children at

Elderflower Fields.

Youthsayers

Sat: 3.45pm

Engaging a diverse group of 9-18 year olds in

live music making in South London since 2016

inspiring hundreds of young artists. Youthsayers

use culturally relevant styles and genres to

enhance cultural horizons, confidence and selfesteem

through this free-of-charge youth music

project.

Son Guarachando



The Glitter Bosher Middle Aged Rave Shanazzle

Bangers & Ash

Sun: 9pm

Bringing the finest funk, disco, garage & house to

Moonshine Fandango. Bangers & Ash style!

Big Fish Little Fish

Sat: 2pm

The OG family rave returns with banging beats,

foam and crafts for more award-winning fun. Pop

a toddler on your shoulders and see you on the

dancefloor! By families, for families. Let's rave!

Codesouth Takover

Friday: All day & night

A one-of-a-kind celebration of Brighton’s

electrifying and diverse dance music scene. With

a lineup of superstar DJs and rising talent, Friday

night at Moonshine is not to be missed.

DJ Funky B's Frisky Disco

Sun 5:30pm

Inspired by her love of dancing and house music

since the 90s she brings joy to dance floors with

her signature funky tunes.

Essence of Chi & Wrekka

Sat: 8:30pm

Take a journey through old-skool rave, jungle and

the freshest dance sounds. Over the past 20 years

Essence of Chi has grown from humble South

London beginnings to curating top-tier lineups

across the UK and beyond.

Everybody Dance - Mumbop

Sun: 10:30am

Join feel-good dance routines as the DJ takes you

through house, garage, disco, club classics and

DnB! Expect dance battles, line dancing and free

movement. Everyone and anything welcome!

Hush Beats DIY DJs

Sat: 10pm

We hand the playlists over to you! Hush Beats mix

up your selection of floor fillers. Swap a crisp £20

deposit for headphones and enjoy the music on

one of 3 channels chosen by festival guests.

Ian Joliet

Sun: 11pm

Ian plays a smörgåsbord of sonic delights

including, but not limited to: Motown, electro pop,

indie, hip-hop, electronica, bootlegs and funk. He's

also the face behind festival fav, Middle Aged Rave.

Kojak

Sat: 3:30pm

With a unique blend of turntablism and trombone,

Kojak surfs waves of reggae, hip-hop and DnB.

DJing from just 11, he’s performed at Glastonbury

and venues like The Jazz Café. Bringing

nighttime energy to daytime fields.

Lady Ley

Sun: 11:30am

Ley discovered her love of reggae through sound

system culture, where the deep bass and soulful

rhythms first captured her. Blending ska and

reggae, she brings infectious energy to the dance

floor.

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Simon C

Sat: 12:30pm

Inspired by block party DJs of the 70s, Simon

loves to spin upfront beats and breaks seasoned

with cuts and scratches. Residencies across

Sussex, he has supported Krafty Kuts, The

Allergies and A-Skillz.

Lazy Bones

Sat: 10:30am

A purveyor of dance floor mischief in the form of

funk, breaks hip-hop and anything that will get

your feet moving and your face smiling.

Llama G FT. Layla Terry

Sat 5:15pm

Delivering BIG energy and the all the vibes to the

woods

Love Is The Message

Sun: 7:45pm

A journey through disco-inspired music! Tim has

performed with English Disco Lovers, Stompa

Phunk and Wildblood and Queenie and been with

Elderflower Fields since day 1.

Matt Boy Slim

Sat: midnight / Sun: 3pm

Playing four-to-the-floor classics mixed with

modern-day house and electro bangers.

Middle Aged Rave

Sun: 4pm

Take it back to the old school, from the 2nd summer

of love to acid house, Madchester, DnB and beyond.

Embrace the middle-aged raver within. REACH FOR

THE LASERS... and then have a nice cup of tea.

Shanazzle

Sun: 2pm

Big Fish Little Fish

Uplifting club classics, old & new, she's appeared

on Lauren Laverne’s BBC 6 Music and festivals

across the UK. Relentless bangers to keep you

dancing!'

Sonic Angel

Sat: 7:30pm

Smashing out big DnB sets and supporting artists

such as Pola & Bryson, Wilkinson and A Little

Sound, she's resident at renowned Guildford club,

Thirty3hz. Sonic Angel is sure to bring some fire

to the floor. See you in the dance.

Sorrel

Sun: 6:45pm

Sorrel started as a dancer before discovering a

love for mixing. Bringing groovy sounds to those

who love to move to music from across the globe.

Expect Afro, Latino and swing beats to fill the

woods and your body with all the vibes!

Swifty Showdown

Sat: 6:30pm

Come together and worship at the altar of the pop

world's living legend. Shake it off to an hour of

back-to-back bangers brought to the dance floor

by some fabulous fans. Screaming aloud and singalong

encouraged!

The Glitter Bosher

Sat: 10:30pm

Known for injecting positive vibes into every set,

weaving bass-heavy beats and a no limits fusion

of genres. Her signature style combines infectious

energy with fast-paced transitions, creating an

electric atmosphere to move you.

Wonderland Rumble

Sun: 12:30

Tumble down the rabbit hole for a daytime rave up

where nonsense is encouraged. The Glitter Bosher

brings the bass, and FacePlant Theatre serve

serious silliness, balloons, bubbles and partying

with fun wonderland characters. Don't be late....



Anouska Assisi

Arlo Anwen

Anouska Assisi

Sun: 3:30pm O JW

Taking inspiration from pop idols Ed Sheeran

and KT Tunstall, Anouska uses a loop station to

build original live music, transforming songs

from a single strum on the guitar to a full blown

production in minutes using just her voice, guitar

and pedals.

Arlo Anwen

Sun: 11am O JW CQ

Using a plethora of instruments, found sounds,

loops and artefacts Arlo creates a beautiful,

unique sound. Blending field recordings with

ukulele, loop station, cello, kalimba and more to

create immersive sonic sounds complimented by

world-class instrumental skills.

Bertie

Fri: 7:30pm O GI

Writing and performing songs you will hear once

and be singing along to all weekend. Bertie's

unique live show leaves audiences with full

hearts and feeling energised.

BIMM Presents

Sun: 5pm O JW

A selection of the finest acoustic artists bring a

diverse range of originals and a few well know

songs to entertain. BIMM Brighton opens the

doors to the music industry, encouraging creative

freedom and providing real-world industry

experiences.

BN1 Art Stars

BN1 Art Stars

Sat: 2pm O JW

Join talented young artists as they take over

the Skylark Sessions. A creative arts college

in Brighton, BN1 Arts delivers full-time, fully

funded courses in music and performing arts for

16-19-year-olds.

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Bryonny Dunn & The Forest Bertie Fables

Bryonny Dunn & The Forest

Fri: 6:30pm O JW CQ

Transporting us back to our wild roots, Bryony

and friends bring a special acoustic set to the

Skylark. Inspired by the earth and shaped like

a river which babbles over rocky friendships,

cascades into pools of love, and eddies at the

anxieties of modern life

Erika Olson

Sun: 1pm O JW CQ

Critically acclaimed folk pop singer/songwriter

and American nomad. Motherhood gave birth to

her artistry, and her kids and music have grown

up side by side. With fierce vulnerability, Erika

invites us to look deeper, see clearer, know better

and wake to our precious and unique lives.

Fables

Sat: 12:15pm O GI

Jacob and Miggles are an acoustic duo with an

eclectic mix of folk, funk and gypsy jazz to get

the whole family dancing!!!

Izzie Derry

Sat: 6:30 O JW CQ

Described as ‘the love child of Laura Marling

and Alanis Morissette’ , Izzie's honest lyrics and

soaring melodies capture the spirit of what it

means to be a young woman in today’s world.

Jeya

Sat: 5:15 O JW CQ

A soulful singer and young guitarist captivating

audiences with her warm, heartfelt melodies.

Jeya's first acoustic set will create an intimate

atmosphere, leaving listeners moved, inspired

and carried away by her pure natural sound.

Izzy Derry



Magnificent Kevens Mr Tambourine Stan Megan Wardroper

LDN2BTN

Sun: 2pm O JW

Reimagining jazz standards through fresh,

groove-driven arrangements. This Brightonbased

trio's improvisational approach

transforms familiar melodies into contemporary

soundscapes, perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon

in the woods.

Lori Asha

Sun: 7:15pm O JW

A mesmerising blend of jazz, psychedelia and

soul wrapped in angelic vocals. Lori's inspiration

comes from artists including Morcheeba, Massive

Attack and Lana Del Rey.

Mr Tambourine Stan

Sun: 4:15pm O GI

Come gather ‘round people, wherever you roam…

as Stan (who has been coming to EF since he

was 3) performs Bob Dylan’s greatest hits - from

‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ to ‘Like a Rolling Stone’.

Accompanied by his dad Matt Hibberd as ‘The

Band’.

RAD Solos

Sat: 1pm O JW

Rhapsody Artist Development solo performances

alongside experienced acoustic musicians.

Dedicated to providing opportunities, RAD

highlights the incredible skills of emerging

stars, fostering growth and confidence while

connecting them to a wider audience.

LDNB2BTN

Megan Wardroper

Sun: 12pm O JW CQ

A singer-songwriter from the marshlands of Kent.

Megan's songs shine a light on mental health,

love, loss and the peculiarities of being human.

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The Wild Pansies

Steel Tribe

MIC Records Presents

Sun: 10am O JW

Dedicated to promoting and supporting

grassroots music, MIC Records showcases a few

of their acoustic musician in a morning of blissful

Skylark Sessions.

Stanmer Band

Sun: 7pm O GI NN

With No1 hits (chart and West End) on their CVs,

this rather more acoustic than usual incarnation

of the Stanmer Band is guaranteed to bring a

smile to your face and a tap to your toe!

The Wild Pansies

Sat: 8pm O GI NN

Straight out of East Sussex, The Wild Pansies

draw deep on their love of Blues, Folk, Country

and Eastern tunes to serve up their take on

traditional music from America and beyond.

Bluegrass, Klezmer, originals - it's all fair game!

Stanmer Band

Alex Oddball & Mad0Zak juggling act

Fri: 6pm; Sat/Sun: 12 noon O NN JW

Oddballs Circus Stall

Step right up for a circus extravaganza featuring

the dynamic duo, Alex Oddball and Mad0Zak!

Bringing a fusion of tradition and innovation,

boasting an array of circus skills to leave you

spellbound. Prepare to be dazzled by their

electrifying juggling act, brimming with energy,

excitement, and unparalleled skill.

Magnificent Kevens

All weekend O NN GI

Roaming

The masters of pop-up tomfoolery could appear

anywhere... They’re easily spotted, disguised as

rock and pop legends, marauding the site - be

prepared to be ambushed and ready to join in or

run! Performing pop classics for anyone prepared

to listen.

Steel Tribe

Sat & Sun O NN

Leapfrog Lawns / Dragonfly Hill

Sharing a musical journey since 2011, Steel

Tribe encourage learning and growth in their

performers and are the only pan around the neck

steel band this side of the Thames.


Wow Pow brings captivating storytellers together

with theatre and puppetry to delight.

Adam Snyder - Around the

World in Three Stories

Fri: 8pm I JW CQ

Join an adventure around the world in three

stories, woven together at the seams. Adam has

been telling stories from different traditions and

cultures for many years.

A Wild Woodland Adventure

with Cat & Hutch

Sat: 11:15am I NN CQ GI JW

Journey into the forest and meet a lost Butterfly

looking for her way home – but her home isn’t

on the map! With the help of a few woodland

creatures, will they be able to help Butterfly fly

back to her swamp?

Adam Snyder

Bertie and Bow Entertainment

Sun: 5:15pm I NN

Enchanting experiences using storytelling,

workshops and children's theatre. Ria and Char

are two professional actors who happen to be

best friends enjoying a love for making theatre,

playing games and being silly.

Damian Jennings Family Magic Show

Fri: 7pm I GI JW NN

With 40 years of experience, we welcome back

magician Damian Jennings. Kids will scream

with laughter and adults will be left wondering

how the heck he did it! Keep your eyes on the

Cards Of Mystery, and watch out for the lemon....!

Dawn Casey - Shadow Puppet Story Box,

The Apple Tree Man

Cat & Hutch

Fri: 9pm I JW CQ

Snuggle down for a bedtime story. Watch

‘The Apple Tree Man’. This Somerset folktale

is a celebration of the apple tree and of the

friendships that can blossom between people

and trees. Illustrated by a candle-lit story-box, a

traditional storytelling of scrolling silhouettes.

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Ed Boxall

Emma Beard

Daring Detectives Society

with Cat & Hutch

Sat: 5.30pm I NN CQ GI JW

Calling all detectives! Cat & Hutch need your help!

Their book has been stolen! With a bit of detective

training, will you be able to follow the clues, solve

riddles and interrogate the suspects to help them

find the book thief?! An action-packed adventure

inspired by "Dragon Detective series" by Gareth P.

Jones.

Ed Boxall – We the Wild Seas –

Stories with Ed Boxall

Fri: 6pm; Sat: 7.30pm I NN

Join Ed for songs, poems and stories from his

brand new book We the Wild Seas - a sibling book

to his 2023 We the Wild Ones. Set sail to find

friendly dolphins, magical islands, ruddy useless

fishermen, and all the wonders that lie across the

sea.

Emma Beard

Sat: 6.30pm I JW NN

Where words become the paintbrush and

imagination the canvas, Emma shares tales from

lands near and far, of a time beyond, before and

between. Be the stories of Nigerian myths where

the sky is the dinner plate or Sussex folklore

about otherworldly beings, knuckers and giants

that roam, play or cause havoc.

benefit our planet. Songs and dancing will inspire

kids to create toys from junk and bring them to

life with imagination.

Wild-erful Warriors Adventure

with Junk Jodie

Sun: 10:45am / 2:15pm I GI NN

A Wild-erful Warriors adventure through the

woodlands with Dexter Deer! Meet Barry Badger,

Oprah Owl, and Oscar Otter as you learn how to

care for the environment and its inhabitants

Family Pub Quiz

Sat: 12:15pm I GI NN

The Elderflower Family Quiz. - an experiment on

how sharp the mind is after a weekend of feral

excess and futile broken sleep. Have you still got

what it takes? Prizes from Spinmaster Games to

be won.

Junk Jodie

Tree-TASTIC with Junk Jodie

Sat: 10am and 2pm I GI NN

Journey through the Amazon rainforest with

Jodie and Jenny Jaguar. Learn to protect the trees

and preserve animal homes, and how rainforests


WOWPOW

Music With Mike

Mr Pineapple Head

Ukeboxbaby

Mr Pineapple Head

Sat: 4.15pm & Sun: 1pm I JW NN GI

A rollercoaster ride of clown beauty, professional

silliness and pineapple magic! Genuinely very

funny silent clown show for the whole family.

Pure physical visual comedy, combining classic

vintage gags and modern original slapstick

routines to music. The man is legendary.

Music with Mike

Sat/Sun: 9am I JW NN GI

Music Mike Provides fully interactive, actionpacked

music entertainment for children of

all ages to enjoy. With instruments to play,

movement activities, dancing and lots more!

My Father’s Dragon with Cat & Hutch

Sun: 12 noon I GI NN

When Elmer Elevator meets a talking cat who

tells him all about a baby dragon being held

captive, he can’t resist going on an epic adventure

to rescue him! A reimagining of Ruth Stiles

Gannett’s adventure story.

Quiz Face

Sun: 7:30pm I GI NN

Award-winning quiz master Quiz Face’s festival

debut! Inspired by shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats

Does Countdown and Nevermind the Buzzcocks,

Quiz Face's main aim is to make trivia nights a

juggernaut of fun. With random trivia, balloons

and much much more….get your crew together

and go toe to toe to be crowned WINNERS OF

QUIZ FACE!

Robin Manuell –Twisted Tales

Sat: 8.30pm; Sun: 6.15pm I GI NN JW

Goldilocks and the Three Pigs? Snow-white and

the Magic Lamp? Elvis and the Golden Fleece?

Myths and legends, fairy tales and nursery

rhymes collide in a twisted chaotic web of stories.

Can you help Robin escape alive?

The Mouse and the Mushroom

Sunday: 10am / 4.30pm I CQ

Discover the whimsical story of a lost mouse

searching for her special magic with the help of

the mushrooms, mycelium, and even tiny spores.

Will she find her magic? Come and find out with

author Sophie and learn about the fungi kingdom

along the way!

The Stinkiest Pirate with Catch & Hutch

Sun: 3:30pm I GI NN

Pirate Pete has the stinkiest feet and the Captain

and his crew have had enough! The only answer

is to throw him overboard! An interactive

storytelling inspired by the swashbuckling tale by

Lucy Rowland and Mark Chambers.

Ukeboxbaby - The Ukulele Mermaid

Sat: 3.15pm I GI NN

An immersive, interactive show with ukuleles,

bubbles, silly string, and more. Kids can join onstage

ukulele lessons, while DJ Daddy and singer

Penny Hartley add dance tunes for all ages. Fun

for kids - entertaining for parents!

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Dragonfly Hill is where the big stuff happens. The Dragonfly

Stage welcomes big sounds and high energy and is home to the

big family dance-off. It’s the perfect place to head for a dance

or a lounge in the sunshine enjoying delicious food and views.

Archery

Fri: 6pm - 8pm; Sat/Sun: 10am - 8pm O GI PB ££

Instinctive archery amongst the beauty of

Pippingford Park. £5 for 6 Arrows or £11 for 15

Arrows. Ages 6+ (Under 16s must be accompanied

by an adult).

Axe Throwing

Fri: 6pm - 8pm; Sat/Sun: 10am - 8pm O GI PB ££

Have a go and have a throw! £5 for 6 Axes or

£11 for 15 axes. Ages 8+ (Under 16s must be

accompanied by an adult).

Dragonfly Stage

Full schedule on pages 11 - 15 O NN GI JW

The Big Family Dance Off

Sun: 2.30pm O NN GI

An Elderflower Sunday tradition. Choose your

family tribe, Carnival of Critters vs. Jungle

Jukebox, dress up (essential), and dance! No

special skills are required, just enthusiasm.

One family will be crowned the 2025 Dance Off

Champions and win a family ticket (2 adults, 2

children) to Elderflower Fields 2026 and fab prizes

from Spin Master Games.


Leapfrog Lawns is the village green of Elderflower Fields. Silly

fun and games, science, Wow Pow - the home for theatre,

storytelling & more, crafty activities, a glass of fizz or an ice

cream perhaps?

Art Camp & Under 5s Drop In Sessions

Sat/Sun: Pre-booked sessions /

Drop in subject to availability I GI NN M TH PB

Under 5s Art Camp: Drop in sessions throughout

the weekend

Sat: 9am-12pm & 1:30pm-6pm

Sun: 9am-12pm & 1:30pm-4:30pm

Our team of art teachers run the hugely popular

Arts Camp, offering kids a chance to paint, draw

and create amazing works of art to take home.

Baseball Cap Water Marbling

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm O GI TH PB ££

Design your very own baseball cap using the

power of water and colour. No need to be an artist

– just dip, swirl, and watch the colours dance. £20

per cap for ages 3+

Block Printing Tote Bags


Play with colours, get creative, and take home a

uniquely designed hand-printed tote bag. £10 per

bag for ages 3+

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Bugfest

Circus Skills

Bugfest

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm I NN PB ££

Dive into a wild world of exotic creatures, from

the infamous bullet ant to massive stick insects

and a mesmerising Wall of Spiders. Get up close

to fascinating critters like millipedes, beetles, and

even tarantulas (for brave adults only!). Perfect

for the whole family, this hands-on adventure

combines thrills with incredible learning

opportunities. Book your tickets online at

bugfest.co.uk/bugfest-at-elderflower-fields-2025/.

Circus Skills

Sat/Sun: 10am-Noon,

1pm-4pm workshops O GI NN M TH

Try death-defying aerial tricks with expert

teachers from East Sussex School of Circus Arts

and free play circus activities throughout the day.

Pre-book on the day for a slot for the aerial rig for

ages 6+.

Corner Atelier

Sat/Sun: 10am - 4pm O GI M TH NN ££

The Corner Atelier invites you to become

architects of a sustainable future. All materials

discarded and scrapped, children and families

are welcome to reinvent and reconsider a value.

Supported with hand tools to learn new skills and

practical possibilities. An invitation to explore the

materials, create designs and problem solve.

Crazy Golf

Fri: 3pm - 6pm O GI NN PB ££

Sat/Sun: 9am - 6pm

Step into a world of whimsy and wonder with

Globetrotters Golf, your passport to adventure in

Sussex! Our mobile pop-up crazy golf isn't just a

game—it's a journey. Embark on a 9-hole odyssey

where each putt transports you to iconic global

landmarks. Prices from £5pp.

Cocktails & Crowns

Fri: 3pm, 5pm & 7pm O I GI TH CQ PB ££

The ultimate adult experience to start off the

weekend. Head down with a group of friends or

come solo for a bit of time away from the smalls.

Spend an hour making an everlasting crown

whilst sipping on a gorgeous cocktail. Suitable

for complete beginners. 18+ only. Choose from

soft pastels or bold, vibrant hues. 10 spaces per

session, £25pp

Art Camp


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Dried Flower Crowns

Freckles on the Inside

Dried Flower Crowns

Sat: 10am - 5pm O GI CQ TH PB ££

Sun: 10am - 7pm

Create an everlasting dried flower crown in this

one-hour mindful workshop run by Nancy of Box

& Bloom. Your colourful crown will be the perfect

festival accessory, then the envy of friends at

every summer party, and with a bit of care will

last forever. Workshops cost £20, pre-book via our

website or pay on the day. Pre-made crowns also

available to buy. Suitable for ages 5+. Under 12s

must be accompanied by an adult who has also

booked to make their own crown.


Sat/Sun: 10am - 4pm O GI CQ TH ££

Mon: 10am - 1pm

Flower crowns, foam clay creations, crystal

crowns, pom pom headbands, removable hair

braids and the rather magical crystal bracelets

- inject a little creative pampering into your

Elderflower experience! A popular craft attraction

for young ones and the young at heart! Prices

from £5.

House of Happy Threads

Fr: 4pm - 8pm O ££

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm

Bold, handmade leggings for kids and adults

–pure dopamine dressing with festival vibes!

Founded by disco-lover Lucy, they even have a

special Disco range. Their unique designs aren’t

found on the high street. Plus, while you shop,

the little ones can get creative in their free craft

corner with fabric remnants, paper dolls, and mini

mannequins. Come for the fashion, stay for the

fun!

Kinetic Sculptures


Join Circus Kinetica to create your very own wind

powered recycled kinetic sculpture. The workshop

covers a variety of metal working processes

and creative uses for waste materials. Blending

artistry with sustainability, discover inventive

ways to transform waste materials into dynamic

art. Under the guidance of Circus Kinetica’s skilled

instructors, you’ll explore a variety of techniques -

marking, cutting, bending, balancing, and refining

materials using traditional hand tools and will

have your own sculpture to take home with you.

Ages 6+ accompanied by an adult.

Morning sessions 10am to 2pm. Make a simple tin

can weathervane wind sculpture. £30 per person.

Afternoon sessions 2pm to 6pm. Make one of the

more complicated designs, the Heart and Arrow

or Fish Mill sculptures. £50 per person.

Kinetic Sculptures

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Monoprinting

Mortimer Nannies

Meditation

Sat/Sun: Kids meditation 10.30am /

Adults only meditation at 11.30pm I GI CQ

Kids session: The sessions start and finish with

simple exercises to help with the 10-minute

guided meditation. The idea is to make these

sessions fun and enjoyable for the children whilst

improving their health and wellbeing.

Adults session: The Meditation on Twin Hearts

was created by Master Choa Kok Sui, Modern

Founder of Pranic Healing and Arhatic Yoga, to

help flush out negative thoughts and emotions

from our mind. Gowri and her team guide you

through this enlightening meditation practice.

Don't forget to bring a yoga mat or pillow/cushion

if you have one.

Monoprinting

Sat/Sun 10am - 5pm (last entry 4pm) I TH PB ££

Gel plate printing with leaves is a fun way to

create a woodland-inspired print on a T-shirt. Roll

fabric paint onto the gel plate, and press leaves

into the paint then print the impression. Layer

different shapes, animal stencils and colours

to build a forest scene. Each print you make

is unique and designed by you, it's your own

wearable art! Paper print £15, T-shirt £27. Sessions

start on the hour.

Mortimer Nannies

Fri: 8.30pm

Sat/Sun 6pm & 8.30pm I CQ PB ££

‘The Keepers of calm’ return! The experienced

team host ‘stay up late’ sessions each evening.

The Mortimer Tent is cosily decked out with fairy

lights, comfy beanbags and cushions so children

can snuggle down, listen to a story, play a board

game by torchlight or watch a movie. Fully

qualified Nannies and DBS checked assistants,

with generous adult:child ratios and decades of

experience, you can feast, relax, pamper or party

the night away, knowing that your little ones will

be safely cared for. Two-hour sessions cost £30

plus booking fee. Places are limited and prebooking

is essential.

Meditation


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Mushroom Pendant Glass Blowing

Needle Felting


Sat/Sun: 10am - 7pm I GI TH PB ££

Join John from White Rabbit Studio to create

your own glass mushroom pendants in this oneon-one

workshop – it’s a simple yet captivating

activity that can spark your creativity. Limited

places. £35 per person, ages 7+

Needle Felting

Sat/Sun: 9am - 4pm CQ TH ££

Make your own beautiful unique treasure to

take home from felted bunnies and mice to cat

brooches. Price from £10 per person.

Oddballs Circus Shop

Fri: 12noon - 6pm

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm O GI NN ££

Dive into the world of circus props with Oddballs,

the ultimate authority in all things juggling and

circus-related! They bring their passion and

knowledge with their exciting pop-up shop.

From yo-yos to unicycles, balls to clubs, and even

diabolo - everything you need to ignite your circus

dreams. Whether you're a seasoned performer or

a curious beginner, their team will be on hand to

teach and inspire, making circus skills accessible

to all. Swing by the shop for a play!

Sew In Tents

Sat/Sun: 11am - 5pm I GI CQ

Teaching textile work and sewing on non-electric

sewing machines, using recycled and salvaged

materials, such as denim or tent fabric, and other

materials saved from landfill. Sew in Tents aim

for zero waste and come up with creative ideas to

use even the tiniest scraps.

Singing Mamas

Sat/Sun: 10am O GI NN

Singing Mamas is a national movement for

maternal well-being. A singing circle for women

to learn fun and uplifting folk and pop harmony

songs in a supportive group. Toys are provided

for children to play within the singing circle. All

songs are taught by ear, absolutely no singing or

musical experience is necessary, come as you are!

Splart Spin Art

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm O GI NN M TH ££

Make your own unique piece of abstract modern

art using acrylic paint and pouring mediums.

Kids, adults, couples or whole families can

combine to make art that will last forever. £15 per

canvas.

Stitched Faces

Sat/Sun: 2.30pm & 4pm I GI TH

Create a simple portrait in this workshop using

basic stitch techniques and fabric appliqué. Led

by Lizzie Finn, a course leader in MA Illustration

at the University of Brighton with a background

as a designer and illustrator for the fashion

and music industries. Use materials salvaged

from past commercial projects to make your

masterpiece. Suitable for 8+.

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The Printing Press

Yellow Post Park

The Fox Den

Fri: Noon - 6pm O NN CQ GI

Sat/Sun: 9.30am - 6pm

Festival Fun is for everyone, even the smallest

adventurers. Come and hang out in The Fox Den!

Designed with the Under 5s in mind - get busy in

the sand pit, play with sensory activities, cook in

the mud kitchen, explore hand eye games, show

us your mark making, make new friends and

much more.

The Hop

Sat/Sun: See page 33 - 35 for schedule

The Printing Press

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm O GI TH M ££

Mon: 10am - 2pm

Get the bug for printmaking. All ages can use

their no-cut printmaking technique to draw a

design and then print it onto a bag or book. Mini

tote bags are brilliant for carrying treasures and

make a great festival keepsake. Drop in sessions.

Notebook £5, tote bags £10, kits to take home £15.

Tie-Dye T-shirts

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm O GI TH M ££

Create your very own tie-dye t-shirt to take home.

You’ll be shown how to make this trendy festival

essential and taught some fun tricks to make your

design unique! £20 per t-shirt.

Wow Pow

Fri/Sat/Sun: See page 22 - 24 for schedule

Wow Pow’s line up is crammed full of

entertainment for the kids and adults alike.

Yellow Post Park

Fri/Sat/Sun: daylight hours only

In the top corner of Leapfrog Lawns, is the

festival’s go-to zone for fun and games. From

penalty shoot-outs and volleyball to swingball,

paddle tennis, basketball, and even thumb

and arm wrestling, it’s the perfect place to get

competitive or just have a laugh with friends.

Yo Mamas Baby Yoga

Sat/Sun: 10am I GI TH CQ

Bring joy to both you and your little one as you

move through a series of stretches to support

your baby’s development and build strength as

they grow. Baby Yoga positively promotes health

and well-being providing bonding time, improves

flexibility and muscle tone and develops

coordination. Includes songs and fun techniques

to easily integrate into life and practical tips to

help those early months. Suitable from 10 weeks

to crawling.


LEAPFROG LAWNS

Why the World is Wonky

Sun: 10.30am I GI NN

Richard Robinson, author of

the best-selling books Why

the Toast Always Lands

Butter-side Down, and its

junior edition, Why the World

is Wonky, brings out his

collection of illusions just

before the Science Dome

opens. They are fun, of course,

but they also show us that

sometimes the actual world

is truly wonkier than we can

imagine, and sometimes we’re

the wonky ones!

Pocket Science Funfair

Sat/Sun: 11am - 4pm I NN

Shrink the kids. Splat the

rat. Float your boat. Poop the

parents. Sequester the CO2.

Guess the weight of the cake.

Understand hiccups. All sorts

of fun for handy hands and

busy brains.

Tales Of The Unknown O

Sat/Sun: 20 minutes past

every hour starting from

11:20am

NN

Counting to a google plus

other big numbers, why

a thousand stars explode

every second, why scientists

are dumb plus Alice in

Wonderland magic and more

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Head to Leapfrog Lawns and The Hop for a line up of moving,

shaking, stretching and dancing.

AM

8

9

10

11

PILATES

WILDHEART YOGA

EMBODIED FLOW

MUSIC BUS

WILDHEART YOGA

EMBODIED FLOW

PM

12

1

2

3

4

5

MUSIC BUS

SWINGDYHOP

GROOVE FOR U

TAEKWON-DO

GET LOST & FOUND SILLY GAMES

GET LOST AND FOUND

SUNDAY EF OLYMPICS

GROOVE FOR U

TAEKWON-DO

CRAZY BEANZ

PIXIE BEANZ - MINI DISCO

SUNFLOWER DANCE -

DANCE ADVENTURES

6

MUSIC BUS

SUNFLOWER DANCE - DANCE BOP

MINDFUL CONNECTION – FAMILY

YOGA & STORYTELLING

7

MINDFUL CONNECTION – FAMILY

YOGA & STORYTELLING

SILENT DISCO

8

DEANO

PIXIE BEANZ - MINI DISCO





THE HOP

Groove for U

CraZy BeanZ

CraZy BeanZ Deano BeanZ

Fri:7.30pm I GI NN

An action-packed, magical adventure as the kids

are trained on how to manage a mischievous,

cake-loving rainbow T-Rex! Expect high-energy

fun, interactive storytelling, and plenty of

surprises along the way. Get ready to unleash

your imagination and dive into a world of

excitement!

CraZy BeanZ - Mini Disco

Fri: 8pm; Sun:3.45pm I GI NN

Dances from across the generations. This is a

disco for the WHOLE family. There will be tracks

everyone will recognise. Come dance with one of

our sparkly colourful CraZy BeanZ.

CraZy BeanZ Pixie BeanZ

Sun: 3.15pm I GI NN

A whimsical, high-energy adventure over the

rainbow. With interactive storytelling, magic, and

plenty of surprises, this immersive experience

will spark imaginations and bring endless fun.

Get ready for a world of sparkle and excitement!

Elderflower Sunday Olympics

with Get Lost and Found

Sun: 11am - 1pm O GI NN

Join Get Lost and Found for our first-ever

Elderflower Fields Olympics.

Embodied Flow

Sat: 10.15; Sun: 10am

Unravel from your slumber and ease into another

day of festival frolics with Deanne and Calli from

Flow State. Start the day with a playful, embodied

inquiry led yoga flow in the wild, to open up the

whole body, set to an epic emotive soundtrack.

Wake up, shake up and flow!

Get Lost & Found Silly Games

Sat: 3.15pm - 5.15pm O GI NN

Maximum fun times for all ages. Expect classic

silly games and lots of nonsense.


Groove for U

Sat: 4.15; Sun: 5pm I GI NN

Movement session for all, for fun to banging

beats. Follow the leader style session to Afro,

dancehall, house, pop and other influences. No

pressure, no expectations just fun and freedom.

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THE HOP

Music Bus

Hush Beats Kids Silent Disco

Mindful Connection –

Family Yoga & Storytelling

Fri: 6.30pm; Sun: 5.30pm

A family movement and relaxation session with

Kelly from The Nurture Meadow. Take a moment

to breathe and indulge in a nature-inspired story

accompanied by a gentle yoga flow. Support

connection and regulation and bring both body

and mind back into balance as you ease into an

evening under the stars. Ages 4+

Music Bus

Fri: 5.30pm; Sat:11.15am; Sun: 8am I CQ GI JW

Fun filled charming adventures full of music,

multi sensory activities and more. A magical

world awaits with playful puppets, musical

instruments, storyboard and parachute jollity.

Well known songs and nursery rhymes will bring

back memories and create new ones with your

pre-schoolers. Suitable for under 5s.

Pilates

Sat: 8am

Take part in a pilates workout and allow your

body to gently flow taking you from dynamic

sequences, through balance and finally into a

long well deserved stretch sequence. All abilities

welcome.


Sat: 6.30pm

Does the novelty ever wear off? Come and take

part or just watch...which sometimes is just as

fun! £20 cash headphone deposit required to take

part.

Sunflower Dance

Sat: 3.15pm Dance Bop

Sun: 4pm Dance Adventures I GI NN TH

Dance Bop, the perfect way to experience heartpumping,

high energy fun with easy-to-follow

routines that will have you moving and grooving

together. Ages 4+

For younger dancers, Dance Adventures is an

imaginative, themed session filled with creative

storytelling through movement, playful props,

games, and routines to transport you to a world

of dance fun. An unforgettable family dance

experience! Ages 2+

SWINGDYHOP

Sat: 12.15pm

Join Maxine and experience the fun and energy

of a swing jazz routine for all the family!

Taekwon-Do

Sat/Sun: 2.15pm

Join Tunbridge Wells Taekwon-Do for a fun

and intense taster session. Instructors will take

you through a fast paced workout with lots of

jumping, kicking and stretching and some simple

self defence manoeuvres that anyone can master.

Ages 5+

Wildheart Yoga

Sat/Sun: 9am I TH CQ GI

Morning adults-only yoga session – deeply

influenced by the roots of Hatha yoga, and the

eight limbs of Raja yoga. Suzy’s classes have a

strong focus on alignment and gentle holds of

asanas. She also loves to gently free flow and

experiment with ways of connecting the body and

mind with the breath. Bring a yoga mat or blanket.


Sun-dappled Lazy Glades filled with the joyous sound of

children playing and beautiful Skylark Sessions. Venture

further to the Moonshine Fandango, enjoy a cocktail and top

DJ sounds, or find a quiet shady spot amongst the trees.

Ashdown Forest

Sat/Sun:10am - 5pm O CQ GI

Covering 6,500 acres of heathland and woodland

surrounding Pippingford Park, Ashdown

Forest is full of wildlife, from the rare Dartford

Warbler to the grazing Exmoor Ponies. Plenty of

opportunities for everyone to explore the magic

of this glorious landscape - home of Winnie-The-

Pooh! Learn more about Ashdown Forest, meet

some of its inhabitants, pick up some games or

join in with a crafty activity.

Giant Drawing Machines

Baby Massage

Sat/Sun: 11am Juno tipi’s I CQ

Join Anna, a certified infant massage instructor

with the IAIM, holistic therapist to find some

peace and calm for an hour with your baby. Learn

some soothing strokes and holds along with some

rhythmic massage sequences. A wonderful way

to bond and connect.

Coached by Nature

Sat/Sun: 11:30am, meet at info tent O CQ GI

Got an idea, challenge or issue you are wrestling

with? Would you like to be coached by nature?

Experienced coach and facilitator Rachel Gilmore

guides a silent, meditative walk through nature,

encouraging you to write, draw and sketch

ideas. A private experience (12 max) inviting

you to consider your idea through different

perspectives by incorporating the natural

surroundings. 90-minute session leaving you

more knowledgeable and resourced for change.

Adults only.

Fun Kids Splash Lab

Sat/Sun: 10am - 4pm

Join Fun Kids and discover how water can defy

gravity, see water pressure working and other

experiments - including making colourful flowers

with paper, pens and water! Suitable for ages 4+

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LAZY GLADES

Poppy & Pearle

Hush Beats Silent Disco


Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm I GI TH CQ ££

Miniaturise your friends' body outlines directly

onto A4 art paper, by tracing around them with

a Giant Pantograph drawing machine. Draw

colourful geometric flower patterns using a

Bicycle Spirograph made from old bike parts.

Inspired by classic Spirograph and Sketch-a-

Graph children’s toys, this is an art activity to

boggle your eyes and twist your brain. £5 per

drawing on art paper.


Fri/Sat: 10pm - 1am O GI NN

Sat DIY DJ: 9:30pm

Moonshine Fandango

Does the novelty ever wear off? Come and take

part or just watch...which is sometimes just as

fun! £20 refundable cash deposit per headphones.

Moonshine Fandango

Fri/Sat/Sun: See page 16 for schedule

The freshest sounds from the newest turntable

stars join festival regulars who've been spinning

Elderflower Fields sounds since day one. Expect

everything from reggae, ska and hip-hop to disco,

Latino vibes, heavy bass and Taylor Swift!

Poppy & Pearle - Face & Body Artistry

Fri: 2pm-6pm CQ M ££

Sat/Sun: 9am-6pm

Mon: 9am - 2pm

Beautiful face painting, gorgeous freehand glitter

tattoos, and beautiful henna designs – using safe,

natural henna and biodegradable glitter. Prices

from £7.

Moonshine Fandango


LAZY GLADES

Skylark Sessions

Ed Boxall

Skylark Sessions

Fri/Sat/Sun until 8:30pm See page 18 for schedule

Stripped-back acoustic sets from some of

the finest Sussex performers and Elderflower

Fields friends. Support a host of talented youth

performers in some of their first solo shows and

enjoy magical sets from seasoned musicians.

Songwriting Sessions at the Skylark Stage

Sun: 8:45am - 10:45am I GI NN

Learn how to construct a song with the aid of

trained and experienced musicians you will

develop a strategy for writing lyrics and then put

these new found words and ideas to music.

Tales from the Trunk

Fri: 4.30pm & 6pm I GI CQ JW

Sat/Sun: 10am, 12pm, 3pm, & 4pm

Come and hear of the wild adventures of Perse

and Engelbert as they slip through time to

discover the myths, legends and tales of wonder

from around the world. Join your storyteller,

Sam, in an explorer's bell tent with a marvellous

collection of Perse’s treasures from her

adventures as he tells you Tales from the Trunk.

Workbook' based on his book of poems Me and

my Alien Friend. Perfect for all ages!

Wild Running & Walking

Sat: 8am Wild Running - meet at Info tent O GI M

Sun: 8am Wild Walking - meet at info tent

Start the day with Rachael Brown, an experienced

personal trainer and stretch your legs with a

wild run (Sat) or guided walk (Sun) around the

Pippingford Park estate.

Woodland Hut Camera Obscura

Sat/Sun 10am-5pm I JW CQ

Watch the forest and your friends turn upsidedown

inside a magical woodland hut camera

obscura. Like walking into a giant camera, this

darkroom experience will introduce you to the

basics of photography and optics.


Umpkin Sails the Wild Seas –


Sat/Sun: Storytelling - 11am & 2pm I GI NN

Join dynamic children’s author, illustrator,

storyteller and musician Ed Boxall for a

marvellous muddle of stories, music and

activities. Ed will be performing selections from

his books We the Wild Ones, We the Wild Seas and

Umpkin with giant books, music and joining in.

He'll also be introducing a brand new 'Wellbeing

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Wildling Wellness

Workshops

Delve into wellness practices that help us live well and live wild. Staying healthy does

not need to be hard or expensive. Often, living a healthy and good life is simple and

free. Small, daily habits to transform the way we live. These workshops include food

and drink, foraging, breathwork, women's health, men's health, and cyclical living.

Finishing the day with a joyful sing song with @wildling_drinks

Parenting Rewired

Sat/Sun: 9:30am-10:30am I GI CQ TH

Stuck on a particular parenting challenge? Claire

Giles, the Conscious Parent Coach, invites you to

thoughtfully consider things through a new lens.

A 60 minute guided relaxation and chat about

how to be more conscious as a parent to leave you

more relaxed and empowered to make change.

Grown ups only.

Foraging

Sat: 11am-Noon O CQ GI

Iside, a passionate forager and nature enthusiast,

integrates foraging into daily life and work. She

helps others connect with nature by guiding them

in plant recognition. At the festival, she will lead

a Foraging Hunt and a “Make Your Own Wild Tea”

experience, teaching families to identify edible

and medicinal plants through scent, flavour, and

folklore.

Beyond Men’s Mental Health

Sat: 12:30pm-1:30pm I CQ JW

Eddie, founder of The Wildman Project, redefines

men’s mental health by highlighting the nervous

system’s role. Drawing on decades of experience,

he shares practical tools like breathwork,

movement, and nature connection to foster

resilience. Discover how to shift from survival to

balance in this insightful session.


WILDLING WELLNESS WORKSHOPS

Guided Breathwork

Sat: 2pm-3pm O CQ GI

Sam is a dedicated sports therapist, personal

trainer, and certified breathwork practitioner with

specialised training in massage therapy. Sam will

be talking and guiding you through a breathwork

journey, where you'll feel more grounded, centred,

and in tune with your mind and body.

The History of Communal Drinking

Sat: 3.30pm-4.30pm O CQ GI

Former Fullers senior manager and co-founder

of Late Knights, Holler, and Only With Love, Steve

Keegan is a skilled brewer with a bold vision:

alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks belong side

by side. He explores the history of communal

drinking and how social drinking is evolving.

Elderflower Singsong

Sat/Sun: 5pm-6pm O GI NN

Sat: Zoe is a singer/songwriter and wellbeing

enthusiast. Under the name Sun Daughter, she

writes songs about topics such as cycles of the

earth and body, relationship to self and others

and age-old archetypes. Zoe leads us through

some joyful songs that the whole family can get

involved with.

Sun: Amy is a community singing leader and

singer/songwriter. She will close the tent with a

family sing-song that everyone can enjoy.

Fermenting with WildlingDrinks

The Sleep Fairy

Sat/Sun: 6:15pm-7:15pm I CQ JW TH

Need some expert advice on why babies and

children wake up and how to help get a full nights

sleep? With 25 years of experience, Dee shares

gentle, practical strategies to improve your child’s

sleep. Don’t miss this chance to ask any sleep

questions. Grown ups only.


Sun: 11am-Noon I CQ JW

Roisin Meredith, founder of WildlingDrinks,

shares the magic of real fermentation. Learn

about water kefir, kombucha, and their benefits for

gut, immune, and hormonal health. Enjoy plenty

of tasters and get practical tips on starting and

maintaining your own ferments at home.

Rest & Reconnect

Sun: 12:30pm-1:30pm O CQ

Join Sheena (founder of Norrag) and breathwork

guide Katie for a calming breathwork session,

gentle coaching and soulful reflection. Designed

to soothe the nervous system, ease stress and

restore clarity. Includes a nourishing snack and

take home tools for lasting balance.

Family Yoga

Sun: 2pm-3pm O GI

Mel offers fun, connection, creativity, and

relaxation in a joyful, non-competitive space.

Explore animal and nature poses, yoga games,

partner yoga, mindfulness activities, and guided

relaxation.

7-year personal growth cycle

Sun: 3:30pm-4:30pm O CQ TH

Learn to chart your 7-year personal growth cycle,

explore reflective practices, and get tips on your

journey. With 10 years of experience, founder of

the She Rebel Radio® podcast Lulu blends deep

self-inquiry and intuitive, body-focused methods

to create lasting change.

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Our little piece of the adventure sports world

transported into Elderflower Fields.

Parkour

Seeds of Play

Parkour

Sat/Sun: 10am - 4pm O GI NN TH

Getting over, under and around obstacles will

never be the same! The emphasis here is on the

art of creatively moving from A to B.

Seeds of Play

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm O GI NN TH ££

Creative eco-friendly woodworking for families

using hand tools to build keepsakes out of

reclaimed wood. 30 minute sessions, pre-book on

the day or drop in. £5 per child, £3.50 per adult * at

least 1 paying adult per 3 children.

Skateboarding Lesson

Fri: 4pm - 8pm O GI NN TH ££ PB

Sat/Sun: 10am - 6pm

Learn to grind, hop and slide on a half-pipe with

Tom the Wizard of Skate. Suitable for beginnerlevel

skateboarders, this class combines handson

experience with knowledge-based teaching.

Suitable for 5+. 35 minute sessions cost £10 per

child.

Woodland Tribe - Adventure Play

Fri: 4pm - 7pm O GI NN TH ££ PB

Sat/Sun: 9.40am - 6pm

Come and swing, dangle, climb and hang from

ropes, nets, hammocks and swings. Zip down the

zip wire or come for a play on the ever-evolving

Big Build in the Woodland Tribe adventure play

area. £4 per child, stay and play for as long as

you like. All children must be accompanied by an

adult.

Woodland Tribe Big Build

Fri: 5pm: 6pm, 7pm O GI NN TH ££ PB

Sat/Sun: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm,

2pm, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm

The masters of ‘constructive play’. Children use

hammers, nails, saws, drills and a HUGE quantity

of wood to build the adventure playground of their

dreams. With swings & zip wires galore, this is

an area of the festival not to be missed! . Hourlong

bookable Big Build sessions £6 per person.

Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Maximum 3 kids per adult.


Tumbledown Meadows is home to Elderflower Fields’ sports

activities. Learn something new in the Sports Camp or try your

hand at festival family favourite Disc Golf.

Beach Rugby

Sat/Sun: 10am - 12.30pm O GI NN TH ££

Always huge fun for the participants. Just one

word of warning; we can’t guarantee the sand!

Suitable for 5+

Cricket

Sat/Sun: 2.30pm - 4.30pm O GI NN TH ££

Throwing, catching, bowling and batting games.

No experience of cricket necessary!

Disc Golf

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm O GI CQ TH

Disc Golf... the greatest sport you’ve never heard

of! Golf with frisbees, A short Par 3 course of

holes, lots of fun for all the family. Who will get

the lowest score?

Orienteering

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm O GI CQ TH

Family friendly orienteering course around the

festival site. Just pick up a map and answer sheet

from the Sports Camp HQ and away you go.

Sports Camp

Sat/Sun: Pre-booked sessions

9am, 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm O GI NN M TH PB

Our ambition is to provide kids with the chance

to take part in sports that they might not

normally get the chance to try.

Sports Camp

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Into the Trees is the wildest part of the festival. Head down the

hill and immerse yourself in a world of thoughtful forest school

activities and tranquil waterways. Take to the water or to the

treetop canopies. Connect with the great outdoors.

Bug Sculptures

Campfire Cooking

Bat Detecting

Sat/Sun: 9pm Prebooked sessions only O GI CQ PB

Mark Monk-Terry from Sussex Wildlife Trust and

the team from Lewes-Coe Ecology will guide you

on this popular evening of bat detecting.

Blobster Village & Stick Competition

Sat/Sun: 10am - 12noon

The Outdoors Project return. Join them to recreate

Elderflower Fields in miniature. A fun nature

craft activity creating “Blobster creatures” and

miniature dens.

Bug Sculptures

Sat/Sun: 10am-12pm/1pm-4pm O GI CQ M TH

Little Forest School are in search of bugs! Use

spotter sheets, ID cards and other useful tools to

help them create a bug sculpture from natural

materials to take home with you.

Bushcraft O GI CQ

Sat/Sun: 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm

Vegvisir (the viking compass) Bushcraft company

draws on lost bushcraft skills, knowledge and

technology from our ancestral past.

Campfire Cooking

Sat: 8.30am, 12.30pm, 3.30pm O GI CQ M TH PB ££

Sun & Mon: 8.30am

Scott and his team from Wild Classroom return

for some old fashioned campfire cooking.

Get hands-on and cook delicious healthy

food for either breakfast, lunch or dinner - or

all three! Prebooking essential via website:

elderflowerfields.co.uk/programme/campfirecooking/

£15pp


INTO THE TREES

Catkin & Conkers

Kayaking Lesson

Catkin & Conkers

Sat/Sun: 9.30am-11.30pm 2pm-4pm

Find your inner bird and make a mask with

natural objects, get messy with a mud painting,

and create a journey stick to remember your

favourite festival adventures.

Go Wild with Us

Sat/Sun: 11am - 4pm O GI CQ

Drop by the Woodland Creation Station and

create with your kids, some tools and the natural

surroundings. Help make artists charcoal on the

fire or try some Viking weaving or designing your

own family Hapa Zome.

Mud Monsters

Kayak, Canoes &

Paddleboard Hire O GI M PB ££

Sat/Sun/Mon: Prices from £30 book via website: //

festivals.thekayakcoach.com/elderflower-fieldskayak-canoe-rental

If you want to take yourself or your family on an

adventure along the water this could be for you

with a variety of different crafts for hire. Children

must be accompanied by an adult and aged 3+ (to

fit safety equipment).

Kids Kayaking Lesson O GI M PB ££

Sat/Sun/Mon: £20pp book via website

//festivals.thekayakcoach.com/elderflower-fieldskids-kayaking

A great way to exercise and experience that sense

of adventure in the heart of the countryside. Head

to the water and prepare to get wet! Ages 8+

Mud Monsters

Sat/Sun: 10am - 12noon & 2pm - 4pm O GI CQ M

Calling all mini mud monsters! Come and create

mud creatures, tree faces, and mud art.

Mighty Minds

Sat/Sun: 10am - 5pm

Weave enchanting natural crowns, craft

mystical wands and staffs and design your own

shimmering fish kites. Embrace the spellbinding

beauty of nature and create something truly

magical—your adventure awaits!

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INTO THE TREES

NERF Games

Pond Dipping

Nature Mandalas and Wands

Sat/Sun: 3pm - 4pm O GI CQ M

The Nurture Meadow gets creative with nature's

offerings. Make a mandala, nature wand or let

yourself get carried away under the trees and

craft a creation of your choice. Bask in mindful

moments as your senses come alive with the

wonders of the forest.

NERF Games

Sat/Sun: 2pm - 4pm O GI NN M

The Outdoors Project bring NERF action to the

woods! Join their Jungle Critters themed team

games & and show off your skills in the target

zone!

Plant Dye Printing

Sat/Sun: 11am - 12.30pm O GI TH M

Sourcing local plants and flowers, use cotton and

hand-painted stones to bash their magical dyes

onto fabric. Herbs, flowers and leaves each with

interesting and varied shapes are used to create

mandala like patterns. Once dry they and can be

made into little flower pouches.

Pond Dipping

Sat/Sun: 10am - 12noon; 2pm - 4pm O GI CQ M TH

Childhood memories are made of this and

Pippingford Park is home to a whole host of

wildlife, much of it under water. Grab a net,

tray and identification sheet and start your

underwater mini beast safari.

Rambling Rhymes

Sat/Sun: 10am - 1pm O GI CQ

The Poetry Pixie is back with some Rambling

Rhymes. Wrap paper round trees, help create

poetry (or Poet Trees!) using your senses and the

world around us!

Plant Dye Printing

In partnership with

see page 48


INTO THE TREES

Tree Climbing O GI CQ TH PB ££

Sat/Sun: Prebooked sessions via our website

Embrace an extraordinary outdoor adventure

with recreational tree climbing! Climb, swing,

and traverse among towering trees, this isn’t just

about scaling heights, it’s about immersing

yourself in nature from a unique perspective.

Suitable for beginners aged 7 + and seasoned

climbers alike. An exhilarating journey where

every tree becomes a stepping stone to an

unforgettable adventure! £20.50pp

Premium Tree Climbs O GI CQ TH PB ££

Rise n Climb; Our brand new climbing experience

will allow you to take your breakfast* to new

heights? Kick-start your day in an extraordinary

way. Immerse yourself in a morning of adventure,

tranquillity, and a breakfast experience that’s

truly above the rest! £22pp

Tree Climbing

Tea in the Trees; A climbing experience that will

allow you to savour not just the magic of climbing

a tree, but also enjoy your sunset snack* with a

side of awe-inspiring views. Come climb, sip, and

immerse yourself in an experience that blends

adventure with the serenity of a sunset in the

treetops. £23.50pp.

*Food and drink are not provided for premium

climbs. Climbers are to provide their own snacks,

food or cold drinks. Food and snacks need to fit

into a container with dimensions of 5” x 4”. Drinks

need to be cold and in a sealed bottle that is no

larger than 500ml.

Treehoppers

Sat: 1.30pm - 4pm O GI CQ M TH

Explore the woods searching for caterpillars and

butterflies. Then make your own creature using

natural resources. Create willow butterfly wings

and join in with stories and songs.

Woodland Sensory Sessions

Sat/Sun: 10am - 2pm O GI CQ JW M TH

Explore your senses with woodland activity

workshops, sensory stories and sensory toymaking.

The incredibly supportive staff from

Woodlands Meed special needs school in Burgess

Hill will be hosting small groups in relaxed, dropin

workshops. Each session lasts 30 minutes and

run on the hour and half past the hour from 10-2!

Woodland Wonders Walk

Sat/Sun: 10.30am O GI CQ M

Ben Kimpton guides a walk through the woods at

Pippingford Park and discovers the history of

Sussex woodland and the wildlife it supports.

Find out why our ancient woodland is so

important and who once lived and worked there,

visit an ancient badger sett and learn about our

common woodland wildflowers and what mice

are hiding out.

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Join us again

JOIN US AGAIN

NEXT next year! YEAR!

Elderflower Fields 2026

22nd - 25th May Bank Holiday

Fancy doing it all again next year? Of course you do!

Access EARLY BIRD 2026 TICKETS, including FREE TICKETS for UNDER 4’s!

On sale Tuesday 27th May at midday.

elderflowerfields.co.uk

We love seeing everyone’s festival memories. Share your adventures

on social media and tag @ElderflowerFields or add #ElderflowerFields

so we can find them.

On the 12th June, we’ll select one random winner from your videos and

photos to win a family ticket for up to 4 people to our 2026 festival. If

you’ve already bought early bird tickets, we’ll refund them!

Follow Elderflower Fields so we can get in touch.


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The organisation behind Elderflower Fields and much more...

INSURE 4 NATURE

Ten years ago the energy industry began the

change to carbon free energy sources - solar,

wind and the like. Over the last three years So

Sussex has been working with the Environment

Agency, DEFRA, insurers, environmental NGOs

and backed by government funding we have

now launched insure4nature.com. Use it to buy

your annual home insurance and around 10% of

your premium goes straight to projects to restore

nature near where you live. Protect your house,

protect the environment around it.

SCHOOLS WITHOUT WALLS

Delivering outdoor education packages centred

on mental and physical health, connecting to

nature, art and team-building activities within the

school curriculum across the South East. Schools

Without Walls also run residential programs with

the YHA, outdoor learning days in partnership

with The South Downs National Park and school

trips to a range of Sussex locations. For more info,

contact schoolswithoutwalls@sosussex.co.uk

SPITHURST HUB - Rural

COWORKING and MEETING

ROOMS

The Hub is not just the HQ for So Sussex and

Elderflower Fields, it’s also a unique, awardwinning,

rural co-working space with an excellent

meeting venue. There is a wildlife-friendly garden

offering spaces for breaks and relaxation, and you

can easily incorporate walks through meadows

and ancient woodlands into your working day

when based there. The Hub is also home to

the Swedish themed Hubbery Bakery and Cafe

and we love sharing our homemade produce

and our co-working space with a wide range of

organisations, businesses and artists as well as

with the local community. Get in touch on hello@

spithursthub.co.uk to find out more about booking

our meeting room, to order produce from The

Hubbery or to find out about the new FITNESS

UNBOXED venture launching in September 2025.

Check out sosussex.co.uk

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ArtTrail

Schools Without Walls offer a wide range of

outdoor education experiences with a focus

on nature, sustainability and art. Working

with schools throughout Sussex the team are

passionate about encouraging children and young

people to enjoy, appreciate and learn in the great

outdoors.

The Art Trail is a place to relax, slow down, and

immerse yourself in the natural surroundings and

works of art. This year’s art trail installations have

been created by children and young people from

Sussex Schools and community groups.

Special thanks to the year 8 Priory School Forest

School and teachers for their help and support in

setting up the trail.

We would like to take this opportunity to applaud

all of the teachers and school staff who offer

amazing support to children and young people.

You are appreciated!

Big thanks to the pupils and staff from:

Priory School

Stafford Junior School

Downsview Link College

Ifield Community College

Manor Green College

Ropemakers School

Woodland Meed School

Hazel Court School

Harbour Community Primary School

St Mark’s Primary School (Brighton)

Roedean School

Brighton & Hove Girls School


Woodland Spa

One for the grown-ups! The place to head for a

well-deserved massage treatment or an hour of ‘me time’

in the Wild Spa hot tubs and sauna.

Massage Treatments

Wild Spa Therapists from YOGACAMP

await you in a serene corner of the festival,

in the main family camping field just past

Glamping.

Visit the Wild Spa to book, and don't miss

the chance for side-by-side treatments in

the same tent for couples and friends with a

therapist each.

Professional therapists are ready to create a

rejuvenating and blissful experience.

£68/hr, £35/half hr.

Visit our Spa reception during the festival,

please bring cash if possible.

What’s on Offer:

Aromatherapy Massage

Choose a personalised essential oil blend for

tension, digestive, respiratory, and emotional

concerns using nut and seed-free Neal’s Yard

oils (ask if you have any allergy/intolerance

concerns).

Ayurvedic Deep Tissue Massage

Unique bodywork combining deep tissue

massage, breathwork, and yoga stretching for a

free and flowing experience. A topical ayurvedic

herb aids in detoxification and nerve tonic.

Deep Tissue Massage

Release muscle tension and aches using oil,

acupressure, and trigger points.

Holistic/Swedish Massage

Oil massage focuses on deep relaxation using

various techniques for a blissful state.

Indian Head Massage

Targeting head, neck, and shoulders, with or

without oil, to relieve aches and tension.

Pregnancy and Post-Natal Massage

Address muscular strains during pregnancy,

focusing on pain-free enjoyment and relaxation.

Reflexology

Apply specific pressure to reflex points,

resembling a human body map, for holistic wellbeing.

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WOODLAND SPA

Sports Injury Massage

Treat fatigue, repetitive stress injuries, and painful

tightness in acute and chronic issues. Exercises

are included to aid recovery and wellbeing.

Seated Chair Massage

Targeting neck, shoulders, back, arms and hands,

with or without oils, suitable for pregnant clients

and those who prefer a seated position.

Thai Massage

Wearing comfortable clothing, acupressure and

passive stretches release blockages and enhance

energy flow.

Thai Massage/Deep Tissue Fusion

Experience body opening, nourishment, and

stretching as your therapist applies pressure

points and deep-release techniques.

Hot Tubs

Hot Tubs & Sauna

The Enchanted Glade team warmly welcome

you to soak your aching bones, rest your

busy mind, recharge your spirit and warm

your cockles in our WILD SPA in the woods.

Reset your nervous system as you relax,

refresh and rejuvenate in our wood fired hot

tubs and saunas, Hot/cold showers, mineral

bath and ice plunge.

With a changing room and chill out area

with small cafe serving organic chai and

raw choc to refuel yourself. Set out into the

festival with an extra shine on your skin and

spring in your step.

WHEN?

Sessions are available Friday, Saturday,

Sunday & Monday.

Who’s it for?

Adults only sessions before 11am & after 4pm

Adults & kids (5+ must be accompanied by

an adult at all times) welcome between 11am

& 4pm.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Book in person on the day. Sessions cost

£35 per adult / £15 per child (5+ must be

accompanied by an adult at all times). We

are also offering a full weekend pass for £65.

The Japanese mineral bath is £25 for one or

£35 for 2

Don't forget your swimming costumes and

bring two towels each as we ask everyone to

sit on one in the sauna for hygiene reasons.

Please BOOK IN ADVANCE or BRING CASH

as wifi is not great onsite.


FOOD&D

Come explore a culinary haven at Elderflower Fields. Our festival

celebrates the creativity and passion of local food lovers, showcasing

dishes from small, innovative businesses dedicated to using fresh,

organic, and Fair Trade ingredients whenever possible. Get ready for a

delicious adventure, all wrapped up in the magic of the festival!

Dragonfly Hill

Dragonfly Bar

Locally sourced craft beer and

lager from Toast, as well as

cider, wines, spirits and soft

drinks

Pizza Wagon V GF

Traditional wood-fired pizzas

Imperial Lounge V Ve GF

Fresh curries and dhals plus

Indian snacks

Thai Angle V Ve

Thai street food, including

curries, noodles, sides and

snack boxes

Dirty Macs

Innovative meat and veggietopped

Mac’n’Cheese and other

tempting pasta dishes

Jacob's Ladder

V

GF

Biodynamic homemade organic

beef burgers

Little Pancake Place V GF

Mini Dutch gluten-free

pancakes with a huge selection

of savoury and sweet toppings

Cairovan V Ve GF

Egyptian chicken shawarmas,

falafel and moorish cuisine

Waffle on a Stick

Freshly made crispy chocolate

covered waffles with exciting

toppings

Vintage Scoops Lollies V GF

Organic natural lollies from

festival favourites

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Leapfrog Lawns

Gun Brewery

Award-winning Sussex based

brewery selling their lagers and

pale ales

The Grey Earl V Ve GF

Barista coffee, hot drinks, divine

sandwiches, toasties and sweet

treats

Vintage Scoops V Ve GF

Handmade ice creams, sorbets

and lots of sprinkles

Juice Up V Ve GF

Healthy juices and a chance to

pedal your way to the perfect

smoothie

The Little Langton

Refreshing G&Ts, cocktails,

sparkling proseccos, Pimms

and a range of thirst-quenching

local drinks

Pure Brunch Box

V

V

Ve GF

Wholesome plant-based

empanadas, salads and tortillas.

Sustainable deliciousness!

Lazy Glades

Jackson's General Store

Festival and camping

essentials including bread,

milk, toothpaste and the like

as well as lots of sweets and

candyfloss! If you’ve forgotten it,

they’ll probably stock it!

Tumbledown Meadows

Oui Creperie V Ve GF

Sweet and savoury galettes and

crepes, always a firm favourite

The BBQ Project V Ve GF

Smoked pork, brisket and veggie

buns with lots of dirty fries

Solitary Bee V GF

Barista coffee, teas and hot

chocolate

Manjula

Homemade and innovative

vegan street food such as

curries and burritos

Ve GF

Frydays V Ve GF

Fish and chips and hot dogs

from the This Fine Day crew

Moonshine Fandango Bar

Local brews, wines, spirits and a

selection of cocktails

800 Degrees Pizza V GF

Authentic wood-fire pizzas

Rainbow Scoops V Ve GF

Premium ice creams and fruit

lollies

Camping and Glamping

Solitary Bee V Ve

Delicious local barista coffee

and teas from early morning


Thank you!

We hope you have a fantastic wild weekend of

adventure and discovery.

Elderflower Fields 2025 would not have been

possible without the support of so many of you.

Those who give their time and skill freely to help

deliver one of the finest independent festivals in

the UK.

To everyone who brings magic to the woods and

helps create this unique nurturing environment…

thanks! Our Elderflower Fields friends return

year after year, to inspire little minds and parents

alike.

Special thanks to all our performers, including

those young artists joining us for the first time.

Thanks to their mentors and teachers who give

their time to help those entering the world of

performance. We’re passionate about supporting

the next generation of industry professionals and

keeping grassroots music thriving.

To our small core team working hard all year and

the site crew who join us for the build and break.

Thanks for your commitment and calmness and

for delivering a brilliant weekend of adventure

and fun.

Finally, the most important Elderflower Fields

members… the kids who run free……

Stay wild!

See you in 2026 (tickets on sale midday Tuesday!)

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List of activities

Dragonfly Hill

See pages 11-15 for details

Archery

Axe Throwing

Dragonfly Stage

The Big Family Dance Off

Leapfrog Lawns

See Pages 26 - 35

Art Camp

Bugfest

Circus Skills

Cocktails & Crowns

Corner Atelier

Crazy Golf

Dried Flower Crowns


House of Happy Threads

Kinetic Sculptures

Meditation

Monoprinting

Mortimer Nannies


Needle Felting

Oddballs Circus Shop

Science Tent

Singing Mamas

Splart Spin Art

Stitched Faces

The Fox Den

CraZy BeanZ - Mini Disco

CraZy BeanZ Deano BeanZ

CraZy BeanZ Pixie BeanZ

Elderflower Sunday Olympics

with Get Lost and Found

Embodied Flow

Family Yoga & Storytelling


Groove for U


Mindful Connection –

Music Bus

Pilates

Sunflower Dance

SWINGDYHOP

Taekwon-Do

Wildheart Yoga

The Printing Press

Tie-Dye T-shirts

The Science Tent

Wow Pow

Yellow Post Park

Yo Mamas Baby Yoga

Lazy Glades

See pages 36 - 40

Ashdown Forest

Baby Massage

Coached by Nature

Fun Kids Splash Lab



Moonshine Fandango

Poppy & Pearle - Face & Body

Artistry

Skylark Sessions

Songwriting Sessions at the

Skylark

Tales from the Trunk

Umpkin Sails the Wild Seas –


Wild Running


Wildling Wellness Workshops;

Beyond Men’s Mental Health

7-year personal growth cycle

Elderflower Singsong

Family Yoga


Foraging

Guided Breathwork

Parenting Rewired

Rest & Reconnect

The History of Communal

Drinking

The Sleep Fairy

Urban Woods


Parkour

Seeds of Play

Skateboarding Lesson

Woodland Tribe - Adventure Play

Woodland Tribe Big Build

Tumbledown

Meadows


All Star Cricket

Beach Rugby

Disc Golf

Orienteering

Sports Camp

Into The Trees

See page 43-46 for details

Bat Detecting

Blobster Village & Stick

Competition

Bug Sculptures

Bushcraft

Campfire Cooking

Catkin & Conkers

Go Wild with Us

Kayak, Canoes &

Paddleboard Hire

Kids Kayaking Lesson

Mud Monsters

Mighty Minds

Nature Mandalas and Wands

NERF Games

Plant Dye Printing

Pond Dipping

Rambling Rhymes

Tree Climbing

Treehoppers

Woodland Sensory Sessions

Woodland Wonders Walk

Programme design by

Andrew Chapman

info@chapmandesign.net


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