Camper Calling

24 - 27 August 2023

Ruben Seabright

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Get ready to ROCK Freshly Squeezed! Ruben Seabright hails from Worcester, bringing acoustic riffs and big vocals. He specialises in renditions of rock, grunge, punk and metal so expect to hear stripped down versions of Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Led Zeppelin, Biffy Clyro and his original tunes! Make sure to catch him on Saturday afternoon!

Dolly Mavies

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Welcoming Dolly Mavies to the Freshly Squeezed lineup!

Dolly captivates with her genre-defying fusion of Alternative Indie and Folk Rock, igniting listeners with sparks of the vivacity of her live performances and uniting audiences in a profound exploration of life’s highs and lows. Mavies’ music transcends both eras and genres, evoking the spirit of classic rock with a contemporary twist. Drawing parallels to luminaries like Joni Mitchell, Florence + The Machine, Daughter, and Fleetwood Mac, her tracks resonate with integrity and substance, leaving a lasting impact. Dolly Mavies provides an exhilarating sonic journey, inviting her listeners to immerse themselves in her spellbinding narratives.

Revivalry

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Introducing Cleethorpes latest teenage band to Freshly Squeezed, Revivalry!

Having supported Reverend & The Makers and Corella, alongside playing gigs and festivals including Kendal Calling, Tramlines Fringe and Humber Street Sesh, the band’s Indie Rock style is gaining critical acclaim and an ever growing fan base. They cite Nirvana, Arctic Monkeys, Supergrass and The Reytons among their influences.

The boys have been described by The Sherlocks as a ‘Proper Band’, The Reytons noted the band are ‘going to make some big waves’ and Reyt Good Magazine stated they’re ‘a notable upcoming name in rock'n'roll’. Having just signed to Manchester record label Cosmic Glue, they’re clearly going places. Catch them on Saturday afternoon!

Ike Thomas

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Ike Thomas is someone who finds therapy in making music. Based in Liverpool, U.K Ike has been making waves in the local music scene, from busking in the busy streets of Liverpool to supporting artists throughout the city. This up and coming artist takes musical inspiration from the likes of their favourite artists, such as The Strokes, Mac DeMarco, Her's, Radiohead, Shakey Graves, Yung Heazy, etc.

Catch him Saturday in Freshly Squeezed!

Andy Richards Band

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Introducing Andy Richards Band to the Freshly Squeezed lineup!

Midlands-based Andy Richards Band are a captivating live act making their Camper Calling debut. Driven by Richards' finger-picked, rhythmical guitar style and rich vocal tones, his melodic open-hearted songs are original but timeless, taking cues from western folk-pop legends. Together the trio entwine acoustic and electric elements with percussive rhythm that sways and captivates.

On the move, they released a new EP ‘Night That Has No End’ in February 2024, an enticement of earworms that draws from local folk stories, social observation and sentimental retrospection welcome on any playlist. A perfect way to start your day, don’t miss the band opening Freshly Squeezed, Saturday!

Lissy Taylor

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Introducing Lissy Taylor to Camper Calling and Freshly Squeezed!

Lissy is the Northern powerhouse tipped to inspire the next generation of Indie Rock. The 23 year old artist from Stoke has kicked off 2024 supporting Circa Waves and Haiku Hands, after a successful 2023 supporting The View, Sea Girls and The Lottery Winners as well as New Rules, Tommy LeFroy, Rianne Downey, Rosellas, The Kairos, The Bluetones, and Tom Hingley. Following her 2nd UK Tour and release of her 2023 singles, she grabbed the attention of media and the music industry with plays on Radio 1 Future Alternative, 6 editorial Spotify playlists and BBC Radio 2 to name but a few. Lissy has a string of new songs and live dates planned for this year and we’re thrilled to be welcoming her to Camper Calling. Catch her on Friday afternoon at Freshly Squeezed!

Scratchy Beard

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Introducing Scratchy Beard to Freshly Squeezed! An upbeat, sincere & delectable collage of trans-European roots music. Full of intoxicating swing, heartfelt rhythms and flowing melodies, they have the storytelling spirit of Anglo-Celtic folk and the sophisticated charm of a Parisian street cafe on a summer’s afternoon.

Expect upbeat guitar, dixie-esque clarinet, stomping drums, souring violin, tin whistle, 3-part harmonies, jazz maracas and more on Friday afternoon!

Emma Taylor & The Wallflowers

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Welcoming Emma Taylor and the Wallflowers to the lineup!

As played on BBC Radio Lancashire, BBC Introducing and Amazing Radio, Emma Taylor and the Wallflowers released their debut single ‘Fade’ last year, and this is just the beginning.

Residing in Manchester, they are a band of interchanging featured musicians, collaborating with singer-songwriter and frontwoman, Emma Taylor. Drawing upon influences of poetic lyricism from singer-songwriters Matilda Mann, Phoebe Bridges and Holly Humberstone, the band present this voice into a Fleetwood Mac inspired sound, captivating audiences with their storytelling and addictive melodies. Since forming, the band have taken legendary Manchester venues such as the main stage of Band on the Wall and Night & Day Cafe.

We’re thrilled to welcome the band to Freshly Squeezed and you can catch them Friday afternoon!

Chris & Nick Johnson

Freshly Squeezed Stage

Welcoming brothers Chris & Nick Johnson to the lineup! 

In April 2015, Chris & Nick finally began working together and uploaded "Broken Hearts & Carpet Burns", a song written over a decade before, to BBC Introducing. The song was chosen for broadcast on Introducing H&W and they were honoured to be Artist of the Week less than a fortnight later. Chris & Nick recorded a live session for Introducing H&W at Colwall Family Music Festival in July 2015 and later that year were placed at No.6 in Andrew Marston's Top 10 of 2015/Hot For 2016 list in January 2016. This has been followed by further Introducing radio play on BBC H&W and BBC C&W, headline performances at folk clubs and support slots with Steve Knightley (of Show of Hands) and The Dunwells. Other projects have seen them play with Thunderclap Newman, tour with Big Country's Mark Brzezicki and most recently sell out Coventry Cathedral performing Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon, as part of the Everything Under The Sun collective of musicians.

With their heartfelt lyrics, powerful tunes and strong sibling harmonies, we’re excited to welcome the duo to the Freshly Squeezed Stage! They’ll be opening the stage on Friday so make sure you’re there!

WildWood Spa (Hot Tub and Sauna)

Spa

Take yourself away from the buzz of the festival and indulge in our beautiful wild spa (16+)

Our festival wild spa setup includes a changing area, chill lounge, outdoor fire bowl, sauna, 2 showers, 2 plunge pools, bucket dunks, hot tub, and good vibes all around!

NOTE: Due to the Hot Tub and Sauna heat, we would not recommend this activity for children under 16 although 6+ are welcome on the exclusive hire only, one child to one adult.


Hot Tub: Relax with friends in our luxurious, deep, wood-fired hot tub. The delightful wood fire keeps a consistent heat for you to enjoy your cozy hot tub experience.

Sauna: This Pegasus 1992 horse-box trailer has been converted into a one of a kind mobile sauna, designed for relaxation and comfort.

Featuring Western Red and Lebanese Cedar, Estonian made and world renowned wood-fired stove (huum) with Olivine Diabase rocks, a sliding door and sky window, this is more than just a sauna, but an experience.

Sessions are one hour long and pricing is per person. We suggest you arrive 10 minutes early to allow for changing time, and please don't forget your own swimwear and towels.

Want to share the sauna exclusively with friends? To be guaranteed exclusivity you'll need to book the Private Group Hire session, where you will encounter the entire area with complete privacy. This booking option is the only one that will allow children, to guarantee children are with an adult, safe and the temperature is slightly cooled.

Key Information:
- Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your selected time slot
⁃ Bring your own towels and swimwear (there are changing rooms)
⁃ We recommend you bring your water bottle with you.
⁃ We do not offer refunds so if you can’t make your session we suggest you offer it to a friend.
⁃ We will hold your sauna slot for up to 15 minutes.

Important information:
⁃ Please read our full T and C's on checkout
- We would not recommend booking children onto this activity because of the heat. No children under the age of 18 can be left without an adult, children must be on a 1:1 ratio with adults in the group booking. 16+ overall is advised.

Please note:
Our Spa is not suitable if you suffer cardiovascular issues, heart disease, high blood pressure, are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or are pregnant. It is important to stay hydrated before, during and after your sauna experience.

Refunds:
We don't offer refunds for festival bookings- if you can no longer make your booking we suggest you try to find someone else to fill your space.

Pricing:
£16 per person - One 60 minute session, full use of spa (18+)
£144 group - Private Group Hire | one 60 minute session with full exclusivity to the spa (Maximum 10 people) (6+, 1 adult:1 child ratio)

Opening hours:
08:00-12:00, 14:00-23:00 daily
*Thursday from 15:00

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)

Lake

Paddle Boarding on the Lake!

Up to 2 people per board.

Minimum age 6 years old. All participants aged 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:1. All participants aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:2. Please read the attached waiver thoroughly.

Mega Stand Up Paddle Boarding (6 person SUP)

Lake

Mega SUPs on the Lake!

Up to 6 people per board.

Minimum age 6 years old. All participants aged 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:1. All participants aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:2. Please read the attached waiver thoroughly.

Double and Triple Kayaks

Lake

Kayaking on the Lake! Choose between a 2 person or 3 person boat.

Minimum age 6 years old. All participants aged 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:1. All participants aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult ratio 1:2. Please read the attached waiver thoroughly.

A Midsummer Night's Trail

House

Starting at the base of the Ragley Hall gardens in the Carnival Field, begin an evening walk through the magically-lit gardens as the Midsummer Night’s Trail story is told. Journey beneath the trees and up the hill, interacting with storytellers along the way to help out the fairies. A perfect experience for all ages in family groups, taking place 19:00-23:00 Friday-Sunday!

The Midsummer Night’s Trail is an exciting journey into the world of the King & Queen of the Fairies, (which audiences may be familiar with from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream). In the trail, audiences are immersed in a seasonal dilemma in which families meet the Rusticus trees and embark on quest to help the King and Queen of the fairies to care for the natural world.

This route will be completely accessible to all. The end of the trail reaches a slightly steeper incline. For those who may be less abled, an alternative end route will be in place to avoid the incline. The experience will take approximately 30 minutes.

Images by Rusticus

House Tours

House

Over the course of the weekend, drop into the stunning Ragley Hall for a guided tour between 10:00-17:00.

As you venture through the Hall, you will discover that what makes Ragley uniquely special is that the collections displayed throughout our state rooms have all been accumulated by the same family over 9 generations. This really brings to life the fact that the Hall is still a lived-in family home.

When you take a tour with one of our guides, you will delve into the estate’s colourful history, from the initial design process by architect Robert Hooke in 1680 to the family’s contribution to art, in particular the Wallace Collection in Hertford House in London. From it’s use as a war hospital in WWII and the restoration project required afterwards, to the 14 year long creation of the beautifully illustrated South Staircase mural and the incredibly eccentric yet personal tales from its creation, our amazing team will bring to life the incredible stories from the Estate” - Private Tours, Ragley Hall.

Word Guerrillas

Activities, Woodland Adventure, Activity Village

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

Campers Got Talent!*

Carnival Stage Sunday

12:00-13:00 Ever dreamt of unleashing your hidden talent on stage in front of an adoring crowd?  Look no further than Camper Calling 2023 as this is your chance to be a STAR! Campers Got Talent will see YOU go head to head against one another in our very own talent show, with one of you taking home the coveted title of Campers Got Talent 2023 WINNER!

The Comedy House Party

Carnival Stage Sunday

14:00-16:00 The Comedy House Party is an immersive comedy night! It’s full of absurd characters for you to meet, games for you to play and LOLS for you to have! The is an evening dedicated to hilarious and WTF acts. As well as the guests popping into the House Party you’ll also be entertained throughout the evening with party games such as ‘Innuendo Charades’, ‘Tequila Roulette’ and ‘Musical Statues’. Be sure to leave your inhibitions at the door, as this is one immersive comedy house party you won't forget in a hurry!