Word Guerrillas

spoken word, Comedy and conversation

We’re thrilled to welcome the poets and comedians of Word Guerrillas to the Woodlands of Camper Calling. Come take a seat and hear a verse and have a laugh with the performers, or even grab an open mic spot for yourself!

Performances schedule: Woodlands Stage
Friday - Sunday

11:30 - Competition Calling!
The Panel Game Show where all the audience are contestants

12:30 - Impronauts
Improvised comedy crew: the biggest and oldest improvised comedy troupe in Cambridge

13:15 - Oske's Lunchtime Comedy Showcase
Selection of fantastic comedy acts

14:00 - Spoken Word Artists
Selection of inspiring Spoken Word Artisits

14:30 - LIVE Podcast

15:15 - Oske's Teatime Comedy Showcase
Selection of fantastic comedy acts

16:00 - Word Guerrilla's Open Mic
Anything Goes (as long as it is festival friendly!) Open Mic

Bushcraft Workshops

Black Goat Adventures are back offering lessons in Bushcraft and survival! Min age 6+ must be adult supervised.

45 mins - £10 for 1 person £15 for two!
Learn how to survive in the woods with Bushcraft using carving techniques to make bushcraft tools which you can keep, you can build Bear Grylls type shelters, make and throw a spear and how to create a fire from only wood. A perfect family bonding experience.

Pick your skill and book into the corresponding slot:

10:00 Green Wood carving:
Make a Bushcraft Tent Peg, Spinning Top or Mallet.

11:00 Survival training:
Build a wild shelter Bear Grylls would be proud of.

12:00 Spear making and throwing practice
Learn how to make a spear and throw accurately.

13:00 Green Wood carving,
Make a Bushcraft Tent Peg, Spinning Top or Mallet.

14:00 Make a fire from only wood
Make a fire from only wood using a bow drill.

15:30 Survival training
Build a wild shelter Bear Grylls would be proud of

16:30 Spear making and throwing practice
Learn how to make a spear and throw accurately.

17:30 Fire lighting
Make a fire from only wood using a bow drill.

Tree Climbing

We've teamed up with the largest provider of recreational tree climbing in the country, The Big Tree Climbing Company to offer unique experiences in the trees at Camper Calling for the whole family. 

They will teach you how to enter a tree’s canopy using ropes, knots and karabiners, whilst being securely attached in a harness at all times. Once at the top of the tree you will gain an experience which can’t be found on the ground and if you’re feeling brave you could try some branch walking before returning safely to the ground. 

Slackline School

Learn a new skill at Camper Calling!

Balance your body and mind with instruction from a qualified Slackline instructor, he will teach you how to balance, walk along the Slackline and learn a few cool tricks as well!

Once initial training is complete use of the practice Slackline for the rest of the weekend is free.

30mins £10 for 1 person £15 for two people

Min age 6+ must be adult supervised

Please arrive 10 minutes before your time of booking for a quick safety briefing.

Friday's Theme!

TIGHT, BRIGHT NEON LIGHTS

Hello Friday night RAVERS! Your Friday theme is ‘Tight, Bright Neon Lights’. Think 90s rave with 80s fashion. The bigger, the bolder, the better. Night will fall, the DJs will take charge and your UV paint will illuminate the dance floor. Glow sticks at the ready, kiddos.

Saturday's Theme!

INTO THE JUNGLE

As the Ministry of Sound would say, Jungle. Is. Massive! Are you an explorer lost in the wilderness? Your favourite wild animal? Or a tropical palm looking absolutely fabulous in the sunshine? Fun for all the family. We can’t wait to see all you cool cats ‘n’ kittens in your Jungle attire!

Sunday's Theme: Competition Time!

SEA CREATURES AND MUSICAL FEATURES

It’s competition time and we want to see you get creative with this theme! From a Little Mermaid scene to the Spice Girls… a Saxophone-playing Octopus… an accordion-wearing Crab… the more inventive and crazily-interpreted, the better! At 12pm in the Chaos Corner tent, ringmaster Gacko will be ready to judge your fabulous attire! Prizes to be won!

Silent Disco

Shh! Camper Calling’s worst kept secret IS BACK!

Head into the woods and find your voice as our DJs battle it out for crowd participation. Infamous and a heck of a lot of fun for all the family, head on in for the quietest disco in town!

Please don’t hold on to the headphones throughout the weekend. This will make it a fairer experience for everyone; Headsets will then never become low and other people can make great memories too!
These headphones have no purpose outside of this specific silent disco either…so there’s really no need to take them. Return them after your disco session so the fun can roll on!

Thank you ❤️

Handmade Theatre

Handmade Theatre have been with Camper Calling from the start and will be returning in 2024 with a new production!

Tell Me a Story: ‘Everyone has a story to tell and a memory to share. Unlock yours in this family adventure down memory lane, experience stories of the people, places and objects we hold dear.’

Come and watch a brand new edition of Tell Me a Story, a show inspired by memories of childhood. Meet Hannah a young girl set for big adventures, as she travels away from home, meeting new friends along the way. Filled with beautiful puppets, original songs and lots of interactive fun for the whole family to enjoy.

photos by Charlotte Wright

Into The Ark

The Voice UK sensations and runner ups on the show, Into The Ark will be headlining the Freshly Squeezed Stage at this year’s Camper Calling. Hot from supporting the legendary Tom Jones on tour, they’ll be heading to Ragley Hall to wow us with their incredible vocals, catchy tunes and irresistible indie vibes. Sounds like summer to us!

Ralph Taylor

Musician and vocalist Ralph Taylor was born and raised in Suffolk, where he first fused his blend of alternative pop with a loop pedal. Ralph now plays with his talented 4-piece-band, adding yet more edge to this already dynamic performer. Attracted to every genre, he’s blended his sound into a distinctive layered style. One for the summer playlist, it’s perfect Camper Calling listening!

Lauran Hibberd

No stranger to the festival scene, Lauran Hibberd has graced the stage at Bestival, Blue Dot, Isle of Wight, supported the likes of Clean Cut Kid and has recently sold out her first headline show. Grungy with a sprinkling of indie and smart, razor sharp lyrics, Lauran’s sound is one to keep you wanting more.

FullMarx

The genre-defying singer, songwriter and producer FullMarx is a modern viral sensation. After paying his dues in the pubs and clubs of the country, Fullmarx had major exposure with a viral hit and was personally invited by Lucy Spraggan to join her on tour.
Clever, cheeky lyrics are sure to spin in your head all weekend long.

Tom Joshua

Tom first picked up a guitar late in his teens where a few modest attempts at bedroom songwriting, evolved into something he hadn’t set out to do. He’s turned a fair few heads since then, sharing the stage with Old Sea Brigade, Billie Marten and being picked out as a favourite by BBC Radio 2’s Jo Whiley. We know you’re going to love him!

Annie & The Make Believe

Annie & The Make Believe are a London based folk/pop band playing sweet, heartfelt music that will have you tapping your feet. Perfectly chilled for an afternoon at Camper Calling, their irresistible melodies are sure to have you adding them to your favourite playlist!