Camp Bestival Dorset 2023

27th - 30th July 2023

Lulworth Estate, Dorset

Camp Bestival returns to the Lulworth Estate on 27th July 2023 with an array of new and festival favourite artists. Grace Jones, Craig David, Ella Henderson & Sophie Ellis-Bextor are among headline acts confirmed. Sam Ryder also added to the line up!

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What the organisers say

Blow up the balloons and bring out the cake! The line-up for our 15th birthday bash at Camp Bestival 2023 is here and it's guaranteed to make for an unforgettable four-day celebration!

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“Prepare to make some seriously strong memories at our beautiful castle by the sea from the iconic Grace Jones and party starter Craig David through to perennial faves Horrible Histories, Junior Jungle and you have to pull a cracker at East 17s Christmas Party!” - Josie & Rob da Bank.

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Line Up

Grace Jones

Craig David

The Kooks

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Ella Henderson

Confidence Man

Sam Ryder

Mel C

Scouting For Girls

David Rodigan

East 17

Dick & Dom

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Map

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