Solfest

Stages

From disco to dance or reggae to rock, Solfest has something to offer everyone.

We have seven stages, each with a distinct character, that between them host an astonishing variety of performers over the festival weekend. Our hope is that every visitor will not only find what they came looking for, but will also discover something new.

We also provide a variety of chillout spaces for flopping down and just soaking up the Solfest atmosphere. These areas can play host to impromptu acoustic outbursts or simply offer an opportunity to regale others with fantastic festival tales.

Drystone Stage

Drystone Stage

 

Nestled in its own little corner of the festival, the Drystone Stage is the festival’s biggest outdoor stage, home to the wild, the wonderful and the wacky. The ‘spiritual home’ for many Solfest performers and festival-goers alike. This is the place to spot up-and-coming new talent, mellow out in the sun, or dance the night away to the very best in contemporary folk, jazz, blues and world music. If Solfest is the party, then the Drystone Stage is the laughter-filled room down the hall where all the musos hang out. Where the craic is always good, and lively, lovely music fills the air!

The Solway Bar

The Solway Bar

If you don’t want to miss the music while you queue for a drink, why not combine the two at the Solway Bar? Serving a selection of local real ales and special Solway cider, alongside a heavy dose of rock’n’roll, ska, punk, blues, and even northern soul, to cater for those who need to take a break from the glorious Cumbrian sunshine. Notable names from previous years include The Skints, Bombskare and Bad Manners, so you know these guys aren’t messing around… We dare you not to spill your pint.

Electric Village

ELECTRIC VILLAGE

A new venture in 2015, the Electric Village is home to some great new ventures as well as some of our favourite bits from past events. Replacing our single large structure with three smaller more varied venues offering a true diverse range of dance, funk, reggae and electronic music. The Electric Village beats deep into the night, its outstanding light show, quality sound, superb visuals and great décor mixed with the best of UK and international artists will keep those of you who prefer late nights to early starts grooving into the wee small hours.

Lost’n’Found

The Lost n Found crew are back once again. New space; new tent; new sound system. We’ll be bringing you another intriguing selection of noises, rhythms, bleeps, beats and grooves for your aural delectation. Swing by for a shimmy and a shake, or just pop in to say hello.

This is grass roots partying, home-grown, nurtured organically from small shoots… tiny seeds that gave root in fields, just like these around Tarns many years ago…

Unity Sessions

Armed with a boatload of good vibes, crates of records and a frightening amount of speakers, the Unity Sessions crew are here to take underground dance music back to what it’s all about. If the bass is heavy and it’s liable to make you lift your knees past your ears then you’ll hear it here, from hip-hop, through grime, to dubstep, jungle, DnB, and some afrobeat and dancehall flavours thrown in for good measure. The simple pleasures and deep roots of communal dancing aren’t to be underestimated at and that’s what these guys want to help you to tap into. Come and get tribal with peace, love and Unity Sessions. www.unitysessions.co.uk

The House of Joy

The House of Joy

At a certain point hearing the bass is simply not enough, you need to feel it in your chest, reverberating inside your ribcage like the collision of tectonic plates. At this juncture, the only place for you is the House Of Joy. Bringing you a slice of true soundsystem culture, this arena shows off the very finest in Dub and Reggae, from the local to the international, from the young guns to the veterans. Heavyweight sounds provided by the mighty JAMbEATER SOUNDSYSTEM.

Open your hearts and bring your dancing shoes - The House of Joy is bringing the vibe home to Solfest!

Loungevity

Loungevity - the Chill Tent

All festival goers eventually experience the same problem: You’re broken from the night before, you’ve danced a hole in the sole of your dancing shoes and your blisters have blisters BUT, you don’t want to miss out on all the amazing music. Well fear not! Because the good people at Loungevity have come up with the perfect solution. A chill out space full of comfy sofas, cushions and chairs, beautiful decor and a cafe, all combined with a cracking line-up featuring both live acts and DJ sets. Come and make the most of your downtime. Slouching is mandatory.

The Love Shack

The Love Shack

A wise man once said… “The Love Shack is a little old place where we can get together”.

With this philosophy firmly in mind, The Proper North are proud to present ‘The Love Shack 2’ bringing together some of our best friends from the Northern Party scene playing nothing but the finest in Swing, Rock n Roll, Soul, Funk, Disco, Punk and House (sometimes all at the same time) also featuring exclusive Mash-Ups from The Love Shack Residents.

Keep calling back for updates or follow us on Facebook. Everyone at Love Shack HQ wishes you a blinding Summer, see you all at Solfest.

The Melodrome

The Melodrome

Come and experience the Melodrome Magik as the unique Melodrome Mobile Stage returns to one of its favourite festivals. We will be hosting an eclectic, magical mix of Shakespeare, music, theatre, comedy, the best up and coming artists, our infamous Bush Rush and much much more. We will also be offering the opportunity for open mic slots throughout the weekend. A perfectly crafted gem, this is a great space for the whole family to enjoy.

Come and join in the magic…expect the unexpected….dance like there’s no-one watching…laugh till your cheeks hurt… be amazed and be amazing

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