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The Dhol Foundation Live at Wickham
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High-Fives, Heavy Beats, and Zero Stress: The Return to Wickham Festival

A longstanding Wickham staple, Johnny Kalsi and The Dhol Foundation headlined the main stage on Friday night, delivering a wall of traditional dhol drums and thumping bhangra beats that made sitting still completely impossible. Even those glued to their loungers all day were up dancing. They returned on Saturday for a frenetic DJ set complete with audience bhangra lessons—by the end, no one knew their left from their right, but anything goes at Wickham! Photos taken by Ian White
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Guilfest 2026
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GuilFest 2026 Review: A Friendly Family Festival With Great Music — But Not Enough Shade

GuilFest 2026 delivered a friendly, well-organised family festival packed with nostalgic acts, singalong moments and a warm community atmosphere. From Sophie Ellis-Bextor and The Proclaimers to Haircut 100, Kula Shaker and Heather Small, the weekend had plenty to enjoy — though limited vegetarian food, sound delays and a lack of shade held it back from being even better.
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An Experience Festival
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An-Experience Festival

The Anti-Mainstream Summer Kick-off "Forget the corporate logos and the £9 pints of lukewarm cider. If you’re looking for where the actual subculture is hiding this June, point your compass toward AnExperience Festival. Hidden in the woods of Grange Farm, this isn’t just another weekend in a field—it’s a bass-heavy, 48-hour experiment in community. With four sound systems literally carved into the treeline and a 'no-VIP' policy, it’s the ultimate antidote to the over-polished festival circuit. Whether you’re there for the Jungle at the Ruffage stage or a sunset swim in the lake, AnExperience is less about being seen and more about getting lost."
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Download 2026 full line-up
Music

From Day-Tripper to Tent-Dweller: Why I’m Finally Trading My Bed for the Download Chaos

I’ve never been a “festival camper.” Usually, I’m the one opting for a day ticket, a designated driver, or—if the...
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Substance use at music festivals
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Human Behaviour and the Use of Mind-Altering Substances

Written for Wessex Student Magazine. For more interesting articles on student health, visit https://www.wessexstudent.co.uk/category/health/ Human behaviour is a complex tapestry...
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Boomtown Radical Redsign 2026
Music

Boomtown Festival 2026: Why Radical Redesign Is the Most Anticipated Festival of the Summer

Boomtown Festival 2026 is back, and this year it's promising something bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever before. Returning to Matterley Estate near Winchester from 12–16 August 2026, Boomtown's brand-new Chapter Five: Radical Redesign is set to transform one of the UK's most beloved festivals into an entirely new experience.
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An Experience Festival
Culture

An Experience – Wow what a Gig

This was my first time attending An Experience Festival, and what stood out most was its cosy and intimate atmosphere....
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🎪 How to Get Into Music Festivals for Free or Discounted Rates: The Ultimate Guide

Music festivals are magical. They’re where strangers become friends, artists become legends, and memories are made under open skies. But...
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The History of Music Festivals: A Cultural Odyssey

For a definitive guide on attending a music festival, click here Music festivals have long served as vital expressions of...
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Boomtown 2025: A Student’s Take on the Festival’s New Chapter

By the Wessex Student Team As the dust settles on the Matterley Estate for another year, it’s time to look...
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