Dance music icons Faithless have been announced for a major show at the stunning Englefield Estate near Reading on Thursday 23rd July 2026, as part of Heritage Live Festivals 2026. Tickets will be available through a presale on Monday 3rd November at 9:00am, with customers required to pre-register for exclusive presale access. Any remaining tickets will then go on general sale on Tuesday 4th November at 9:00am.
The announcement comes as Faithless celebrate their 30th anniversary, cementing their status as one of electronic music’s most influential acts. Formed in the mid-1990s, the group quickly became known for fusing dancefloor euphoria with lyrical depth, creating a unique sound that has resonated with millions of fans worldwide. Now fronted by producers Sister Bliss and Rollo following the sad passing of legendary vocalist Maxi Jazz, Faithless remain a vital live and festival-favourite act.
The Englefield Estate show promises to be a highlight of the Heritage Live Festivals 2026 programme. Gates will open at 3:00pm with the event concluding at 10:30pm, giving fans an evening of electronic music in the picturesque grounds of the historic Berkshire estate. VIP packages are available for those wanting an enhanced festival experience.
Faithless boasts an incredible career spanning three decades, with ten Top 10 singles and six Top 5 albums across the UK and Europe, three of which reached Number One. Their debut album ‘Reverence’ announced them to the world with the huge, genre-defining singles ‘Insomnia’ and ‘Salva Mea’, while its follow-up ‘Sunday 8PM’ earned a Mercury Music Prize nomination and featured the anthemic hit ‘God Is a DJ’. The group has sold over 20 million albums worldwide, with their greatest hits compilation ‘Forever Faithless’ achieving 4x Platinum status.
The band recently released their eighth studio album ‘Champion Sound’ to huge critical acclaim, demonstrating their continued relevance in the electronic music scene. Their live performances remain as powerful as ever, drawing on decades of classic material while showcasing their evolution as artists.
Faithless join an impressive lineup already announced for Heritage Live Festivals at Englefield Estate 2026. Richard Ashcroft will headline on Friday 24th July, Ministry of Sound Classical takes the stage on Saturday 25th July, and UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell will headline Reggae At Englefield on Sunday 26th July.
The Heritage Live Festivals series at Englefield Estate has established itself as a premier destination for music fans, with previous years hosting performances from artists including Hozier, The Beach Boys, The Jacksons, Elbow and Madness. The estate’s stunning grounds provide an intimate yet spectacular setting for world-class performances.
The Englefield Estate is located at Reading, Berkshire RG7 5EN, offering excellent transport links for fans travelling from across the country. Full venue information and details about VIP packages can be found at the Heritage Live website. Customers interested in securing presale tickets must pre-register through the official presale link before Monday 3rd November.
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