Who is playing Hardwick Festival 2024? What else is going on? Where and when is it?

Virgin Radio

21 Jul 2024, 09:25

Hardwick Festival 2024: all you need to know about a fantastic festival weekend!

The North East's favorite music festival returns in 2024 for its tenth anniversary, promising an unforgettable summer weekend of music, fun, and festivity at the beautiful Hardwick Hall in County Durham.

Grab your wellies and your mates because this year’s Hardwick Festival is set to be the biggest and best yet!

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Last year, over 30,000 music lovers rocked out to Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, Mel C, and The Kooks.

This year, the festival is dialing up the fun with an even more spectacular lineup that will have you singing, dancing, and laughing all weekend long.

The History of Hardwick Festival

Hardwick Festival began as a one-day garden party, a small-scale event designed to bring people together for a day of music and entertainment. Over the years, it has grown significantly, transforming into a three-day festival that now includes camping, glamping, and multiple stages showcasing a wide range of acts.

The festival has expanded with each passing year, increasing both the number of attendees and the variety of performances. Today, Hardwick Festival is known for its diverse line-up, featuring headline acts from across the globe alongside up-and-coming talent.

In addition to the music, the festival offers fun for all ages, with a fantastic children’s area, a huge array of food and drink, and on-site camping, motorhome and glamping options.

What started as a modest gathering has become one of the North of England’s leading music festivals, continuing to grow in popularity and scale year on year.

Who is playing Hardwick Festival 2024?

The festival's tenth anniversary celebration on August 16th-18th will feature headliners like Becky Hill, Snow Patrol, and Richard Ashcroft. And that's not all!

Other amazing acts include Jack Savoretti, The Charlatans, Blossoms, Soul II Soul, Heaven 17, Jamie Webster, Sophie-Ellis-Bextor, and the Lightning Seeds. It’s a lineup to make any music fan drool with excitement!

Founder John Adamson couldn’t be more thrilled, saying: "We are delighted to welcome Virgin Radio as our official broadcast partner for Hardwick Festival’s 10th Anniversary. Join us from 16th - 18th August 2024 as we celebrate a decade of exceptional music and entertainment with our biggest and best line-up to date. This milestone promises to be our most memorable Festival yet."

Mike Cass, Content Director, Virgin Radio UK says: “Virgin Radio UK is all about celebrating the best music out there - and we’re delighted to be in the middle of it all during festival season this year.”

How many stages are there?

The festival isn't just about the music. With five stages, you’ll find dance arenas, a children’s area in the woods, vintage fairground attractions, and a mouth-watering selection of locally sourced culinary delights.

Whether you're a die-hard music fan or just looking for a fun family weekend, Hardwick Festival has something for everyone.

This year, there’s even more to look forward to with new additions like morning yoga and a silent disco, perfect for those who want to keep the festival vibes going into the night without disturbing others.

Tickets and Camping

Planning to stay the whole weekend? Smart choice! Weekend tickets are currently on sale for £185, with reduced prices for younger attendees: £90 for 12-17-year-olds and £40 for kids aged 3-11.

Want to live it up in style? Glamping options start at £379, giving you the ultimate festival experience without sacrificing comfort.

A standard camping ticket is £60 plus a booking fee, which includes one pitch for a tent up to 6-berth in size, complete with showers, toilets, and food vendors.

There's also a campervan/motorhome option for £70.

For those bringing a roof tent on their car, book a campervan pitch and enjoy the convenience of not having to move your car all weekend.

Arrival times for campers are Thursday from 4:00pm-8:00pm and Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm, with departure times on Monday from 7:00am-2:00pm.

Camping prices don’t include festival tickets, so make sure to buy those separately!

Getting There

Coming from Newcastle? Easy-peasy! Just leave the A1 at junction 60, turn left following the signs for Sedgefield, and at the first roundabout take the first left.

At the mini roundabout, go straight on and you’ll see Hardwick Hall 500 yards on the left.

Gates open at noon each day, so plan to get there early to snag the best spot.

There are also a series of coaches to take you from the nearest towns and cities to the site, for which more information is available here.

What Else to Expect?

This year’s festival will feature cocktail bars, a fun fair, a children's area, comedians, street food, and more!

With such a stellar lineup and so many activities, Hardwick Festival 2024 is shaping up to be the highlight of the British summer festival season.

For the loyal fans and newcomers alike, Hardwick Festival 2024 promises a weekend of music, laughter, and memories to last a lifetime.

So, what are you waiting for? Get your tickets now, pack your bags, and get ready for the ultimate festival experience in the North East! See you at Hardwick Hall!

Hardwick Festival 2024 is at Hardwick Hall in Durham on 16th to 18th August.

For more information and tickets click here.