Campo Sancho has officially announced the first wave of artists for its ninth edition, confirming the boutique festival will return to Walkern Hall in Hertfordshire next summer. The event is scheduled to take place from July 23rd to 26th, 2026. Organised by the team behind the legendary Sancho Panza sound system, tickets for the underground gathering are currently on sale.
Haçienda legend and electro-funk pioneer Greg Wilson leads the list of debut acts for 2026. He is joined on the bill by deep house veteran Jimpster and rising London selector Ruby Savage. Manchester’s Luke Una is set to return for a Saturday night headline slot on the Snare and Hi Hat stage, following what organisers described as a “personal highlight” performance at the 2025 edition.
The initial lineup announcement features a mix of new talent and returning favourites spanning disco, Balearic, house, and soul:
- Debut Appearances: Greg Wilson, Jimpster, Ruby Savage, Tonno Disko
- Returning Favourites: Luke Una, Heidi Lawden, Dicky Trisco, Anouck, Freddy Love
- Residents: Sancho Panza (Jimmy K-Tel and Matt Brown)
The festival will once again utilize three primary performance areas: the Snare and Hi Hat, the Middle Row, and the woodland Upwoods stage. Organisers have confirmed that Upwoods, which operates as a hidden dancefloor and cocktail bar, will feature daily takeovers by different collectives. A second lineup announcement, including specific details on these stage partners and further live acts, is expected in January.
Ticket demand has already seen the first tier sell out. Currently, Tier 2 ‘Soaring Starlings’ adult weekend tickets are priced at £199 (plus £10 booking fee). A payment plan option is available, requiring a £49 deposit to secure a ticket. For families, tickets for children aged 6-17 are priced at £89, while passes for children aged 0-5 are £29. Vehicle passes are sold separately, costing £15 for a car park pass and £85 for a camper van pass.
Alongside the music, Campo Sancho continues to position itself as a family-friendly event, dubbed the “ultimate Country Cuddle.” The 2026 programme will feature the Panic Family Circus, the Crafty Kids Factory, and a ‘Teen Spirit’ clubhouse. Wellness activities, including free yoga and Tai Chi classes, are also included for attendees looking to relax between sets.
Founded by Jimmy K-Tel and Matt Brown, the festival draws on a 20-year history of running one of Notting Hill Carnival’s largest sound systems. The organisers aim to maintain an intimate, DIY ethos that counters the repetitive lineups often seen in the wider festival market.
Tickets are available now at campotickets.sanchopanza.org.
