Big Feastival has unveiled a significant wave of new additions for its 2026 event, confirming Rudim3ntal and Perrie among the major acts joining the line-up. The festival, which takes place on Blur bassist Alex James’ farm in the Cotswolds, is set to return for the August Bank Holiday weekend from 28 – 30 August. Celebrating its 15th year, the event continues its tradition of blending live music with high-end gastronomy and family entertainment.
The newly announced acts join an already impressive roster of headliners. Basement Jaxx, Bastille, and The Streets were previously confirmed to top the bill, with The Streets set to perform their seminal second album, ‘A Grand Don’t Come For Free’, in its entirety. The addition of Rudim3ntal promises to bring a fusion of drum & bass and electronic energy to the main stage, while former Little Mix star Perrie will deliver a set showcasing her solo pop sound.
Indie and alternative fans have plenty to look forward to with the confirmation of several established bands. Doves have been added to the bill to provide their atmospheric soundscapes, alongside indie-rock favourites White Lies and the psychedelic sounds of The Coral. The main stage will also host the piano-led pop of Freya Ridings and the garage stylings of Ms Dynamite.
The depth of the music line-up is further bolstered by a host of other exciting additions. The artists announced today include:
- Rudim3ntal
- Perrie
- Doves
- White Lies
- Freya Ridings
- The Coral
- Ms Dynamite
- Anthony Szmierek
- Red Rum Club
- Tors
- The Ordinary Boys
- Bradley Simpson
- The Rosadocs
- Fiona Lee
- The Cuban Brothers
As implied by the name, the culinary programme remains a central pillar of the Big Feastival experience. Award-winning chef and restaurateur Anna Haugh has been announced as the headliner for the Big Kitchen stage. Haugh, known for her modern Irish cooking at Myrtle Restaurant and her upcoming role as a Masterchef judge in 2026, leads a diverse roster of culinary talent. She is joined by Emily English, a Sunday Times bestselling author and nutritionist, and celebrated Irish chef Rachel Allen from the Ballymaloe Cookery School.
The food line-up caters to a wide variety of tastes, featuring social media sensation Poppy Cooks, ‘Great British Menu’ 2025 Champion of Champions Amber Francis, and Manchester-based chef Tom Barnes. Other confirmed chefs include Sally Abé, Jon Watts, Matblak, Meera Sodha, and Nokx Majozi. Beyond the demonstrations, festival-goers can participate in cookery schools, visit the dedicated BBQ area ‘The Smokery’, or enjoy the late-night entertainment at Alex James’ Cheese Hub.
Families are also well-catered for with a new range of entertainment options. The Taskmaster Club will bring the chaotic challenges of the hit TV show to the farm, offering interactive fun for all ages. Musical storytelling will be provided by MC Grammar and Nick Cope, while younger children can enjoy appearances from Gabby’s Dollhouse and The Flying Seagull Project.
On the comedy front, the festival has secured Alex Horne and his band The Horne Section, bringing their unique mix of music and comedy to the stage. They are joined by stand-up stars including Harriet Kemsley, Shappi Khorsandi, and the popular parenting duo The Scummy Mummies. Camping, Weekend and Day Tickets for the event are currently on sale at bigfeastival.com.
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