When is Camp Bestival Dorset 2026?

Camp Bestival Dorset takes place in 30 Jul - 2 Aug 2026 at Lulworth Castle, Dorset.

Where is Camp Bestival Dorset held?

Camp Bestival Dorset is held at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, South West, UK.

Is Camp Bestival Dorset family-friendly?

Yes, Camp Bestival Dorset is set up to work for families with children.

Will it rain at Camp Bestival Dorset?

History gives it a 80% chance: in 30 years of weather data for this site and these dates, 80% of years saw at least 1mm of rain on a festival day, with a 0% chance of a proper washout (20mm+ in a day) and typical daytime highs around 20.6°C.

Festival profile30 Jul - 2 Aug 2026 · Lulworth Castle, Dorset

Camp Bestival Dorset

Q: What kind of music and lineup does Camp Bestival Dorset have?

Camp Bestival Dorset leans Family-friendly multi-genre, Award winning family camping festival at Lulworth Castle mixing big name acts, kids entertainment and creative activities on the Jurassic Coast.. Recent headliners include Fatboy Slim, Bastille, Self Esteem, Billy Ocean, De La Soul, Black Grape.

Fatboy Slim, Bastille & Self Esteem headline. UK original family camping festival at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, 30 Jul - 2 Aug 2026.

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2026 LINEUP · ARCHIVE30 Jul - 2 Aug 2026

Fatboy Slim/Bastille/Self Esteem/Billy Ocean/De La Soul/Black Grape

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Headliners for Camp Bestival Dorset 2026 — archived lineup from the finished edition.

2027The 2026 edition has happened. 2027 dates aren't announced yet — this page updates the moment they are.

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The 2026 edition ran 30 Jul - 2 Aug at Lulworth Castle, Dorset. Future dates have not been announced. With a capacity of around 30,000, it sits at the mid-size end of the UK festival calendar. Glamping options are listed; check the organiser for the location and current availability. It is set up to work for families, so all ages are welcome.

Expect a family-friendly, seaside theme, camping holiday feel. Family-friendly multi-genre, Award winning family camping festival at Lulworth Castle mixing big name acts, kids entertainment and creative activities on the Jurassic Coast. fans will feel right at home, with past lineups featuring Fatboy Slim, Bastille, Self Esteem, Billy Ocean, De La Soul, Black Grape.

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