1st - 3rd August 2025

A weekend of music, ecology and wellbeing to nourish your soul.

1 - 3 August 2025

Pippingford Park - The Ashdown Forest

Good Vibrations Society is a 3 day festival for old and young to enjoy music and wellness in the beautiful surroundings of the Ashdown forest. An invitation to experience community in all its glory. Join in to celebrate friendship, expression, personality and Nature.

Dance to incredible musicians from around the world; wake up to wild swimming; free yoga and dance workshops; stimulate your mind with daily talks and conversation; play in an evolving playscape; explore the forest with guided walks and take the weight off with a cold beverage in the onsite pub or hearty meal in the seated restaurant.

A Rich and meaningful festival, safe for the whole family.

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THANK YOU!!!

A huge thank you to all of the incredible crew, staff, creatives, artists and security that made Good Vibrations Society 2024 such a success. Thank you to all the traders and bars that kept us fed and watered. Thank you to our beautiful home, Pippingford park, for having us again but most of all thanks to all of you lovely people that came and partied with us among the trees. We think it was the best GVS yet, shall we do it again next year? x

Shortlisted for the UK Festival Awards - Best new festival

Buy 2025 Early Bird tickets

2025 Early Bird tickets

Don't miss a thing by coming for the whole event
£ 140 +BF
  • 1st-3rd August 2025
  • Under 18 £94
  • UNDER 5's just £7​
  • 3 days of music, wellbeing and ecology
  • free access to talks, workshops and classes
  • free camping

What happened at GVS 2024?

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Scrap craft

Let your creativity take you on a journey of junk modelling – make a festival accessory, design your own mandala or create a box robot… Make anything you want at our table of scrap items available for your use throughout the day.

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Don Letts

Welcoming Don Letts to Good Vibrations 2024!  Don’s DJ career began unexpectedly at The Roxy Club, the UK’s inaugural live punk rock venue.  Amidst the intense punk performances, he seamlessly incorporated his love for serious dub reggae, pleasing both punk and reggae enthusiasts, thus birthing the ‘punky-reggae party’ phenomenon.  Since then, he’s continued to DJ nationally and…

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The Peckish Peacock – Vegan Indian

We are award winning local festival food caterers. Our stall is vegan and is based on Indian food with our own unique flavour. We provide filling, generous portions that are affordable whilst maintain high quality. All our food is served with a smile and made with love.  http://www.facebook.com/thepeckishpeacock http://www.instagram.com/thepeckishpeacocks

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The Root opening ceremony with cacao

Begin your festival weekend in The Root. Come together as a group, enjoy a hit of ceremonial-grade cacao and dance your way into the weekend.  Cacao’s reputation is that of a gentle yet powerful Earth medicine, containing many beneficial nutrients and goodness, perfect for these times. Cacao has been known to open your heart, create…

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Firebirds Firewalking

Walk on Fire, Find Your Power at Good Vibrations Festival! Are you ready to conquer your fears and unlock your inner fire? Join us at the Good Vibrations Society Festival for a transformative firewalk experience with Firebird Firewalks! Imagine yourself walking across a bed of hot coals. Feel the surge of empowerment as you defy limitations and discover a strength you never knew you…

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The Potion Shed

Welcome to The Potion Shed where you’ll be treated to local kombucha, water kefir, alcohol free beer, alcohol free cocktails and adaptogen cofees. Come and find us to get your dose of goodness. 

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Axes & Arrows

Axes & Arrows will be back again this year with some exciting activities for you wonderful people at Good Vibrations. Axe Throwing, Archery & Crossbow shooting will be on offer at extremely reasonable prices. Minimum age for axes is 10y, for Archery it is 8y and crossbows are 16y+ for solo participation or 12y+ if…

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Stories and Songs with Madness and Mysteries

Madness and Mysteries is bringing to Good Vibrations Society original storytelling and singalong performances. All ages welcome to be your silliest self and prepare to immerse yourself into the action packed adventure of our ancestors. Let music, stories and frolicking remind us of who we are and where we come from! We’re excited to welcome…

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David Burnage

Atmospheric, powerful and emotional. The indie/ folk rock music of David Burnage features gripping distinct vocal character and vulnerable, honest songwriting. All served with a depth of lyricism, soaring guitar riffs and electronic experimentation.  Hailing from the coast of East Sussex, David’s music is reflective of the ocean he grew up beside. David’s songwriting and…

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Sussex Wildlife Trust

We want our Sussex to be a home for nature’s recovery. A place where people and wildlife can thrive together, where people can enjoy nature and the health and wellbeing benefits it provides. We believe that nature is too important to lose We are a conservation charity for everyone who cares about nature in Sussex.…

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Sweet Female Attitude

Sweet Female Attitude is an electronic music act from Manchester, England. They are known for the UK garage remix by Sunship of their track “Flowers”, written by Martin Green a.k.a. Shine MC and Mike Powell, which reached number two on the UK Singles Chart in April 2000.

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Solebound

‘Harmony sprinkled conscious folk music’ We’re a band of women singing folk songs about the things we love in life; Mother nature, travelling and everything in between. Our music is inspired by our lives lived; growing free spirited inquisitive children, joyful festivals and camping fields, Community, and always dreaming and hoping for a better world where…

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Singing Mamas

Kate says that everyone can sing and she’s here to prove it. This workshop is open to everyone with a voice! Absolutely no experience needed, just come and get ready to sing your heart out in harmony! Easy, lush, joyful! SInging Mamas was started in Forest Row many moons ago by Kate Valentine. Kate is…

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Ping Pong

Hosted this year by the Hive team and some of our younger family members. Come and play round the world, be part of a mini tournament, enjoy some free play. The table will be available Saturday and Sunday.

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Grounding Techniques at Music Festivals with Tonic Music

Tonic Music will be providing a workshop on grounding techniques for the Good Vibrations Society community, who are either working or attending the festival. This bespoke workshop for music events will equip participants with simple, quick and effective grounding techniques, to help in moments of stress and anxiety.  Jeordie Shenton is the Programmes Lead at…

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Cornershop

This is the place that stocks everything you forgot to bring. And everything you didn’t realize you needed! A massive sigh of relief, in a field full of crazy people, miles from anywhere, where you can actually begin to get your life together again. Filled with useful stuff, camping supplies, everyday household items, medicines, sun…

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Sound Bath with Shivani

Re-discover the Harmony and Inspiration within: Sound Healing Therapy with Shivani Maria at Good Vibrations Festival You are invited to step into the serene Sound Healing Therapy tent at the festival and embark on a journey of relaxation and inner peace. My sessions, tailored for 1, 2, or 3 people, utilise the soothing vibrationsof singing bowls, tuning forks,…

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Nao Yoshioko

Nao Yoshioka is an evolving soul singer born in Japan. Her Album ‘The Truth’ was praised as “impeccable neo soul’ by Rolling Stones Magazine. Hailing from Osaka, Japan, Nao grew up in a creative household that encouraged her and her sisters to explore their artistic talents. She developed a passion for music at a young…

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Yin Yoga with Crystal Bowls

Yin Yoga with Crystal Bowls is the perfect practice to lead you into stillness & access more profound levels of inner knowing. This Yin Yoga exploration, accompanied by Crystal Bowls, will take you on a journey through the human energy system, the 7 key energy centres from root to crown. During the practice each asana or shape…

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Cosmic Rain Glitter Bar

We are Cosmic Rain Glitter, We offer unlimited glitter designs, which include many different facial glitters, hair glitter, hair braiding and styling, body glitter, glitter beards/moustaches/eyebrows and much more. All products we use are safe, non toxic and reusable & biodegradable, therefore they are safe and suitable for use on all ages. We pride ourselves…

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Karmaceuticals

Formulated by Medical Herbalists and Cocktail Connoisseurs, Karmaceuticals are a range of botanical extracts, made from the finest quality ingredients. Our herbal elixirs are all-natural, no-sugar, cocktail enhancers with the power to relax, perk up or stimulate the mind and body without the side effects and risks associated with your average recreational substances such as…

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DJ Storm and Mantra

We’re bringing the drum and bass back-to-back of dreams this summer as we welcome DJ Storm and Mantra to the family! As the First Lady of Drum and Bass and a true legend of Metalheadz, DJ Storm will grace our stage with an unmatched blend of rough-edged beats and silky-smooth transitions. Get ready for a…

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Jacob’s Ladder

Hello, we’re Jayne and Michael Duveen. Together we raise, butcher and sell grass-fed beef and lamb from a beautiful family farm in East Sussex. Our farming practices seek to respect the ancient forest environment in which we live, and the Sussex cattle and Romney sheep are raised traditionally on the permanent pastures within the Ashdown…

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The Allergies

You asked so nicely, how could we not deliver? You slipped that one into our metaphorical suggestion box we pulled it out and thought oh yeah, absolute vibes on vibes. We were thinking the same thing too and that’s what makes a society that works. That’s what makes Good Vibrations. So would you please put…

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Scrap play

Large scale items for a mega loose parts play activity. What will you build with tubs and tubes and fabric and rope? The idea with loose parts is that there is no set purpose, it is the children’s inventiveness and creativity that makes for endlessly different and imaginative journey of play. Play is a process,…

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Goldie

The first superstar produced by the breakbeat jungle movement, Goldie popularized drum’n’bass as a form of musical expression just as relevant for living-room contemplation as techno had become by the early ’90s. Goldie became one of the first personalities in British dance music, his gold teeth and b-boy attitude placing him leagues away from the…

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Mike Fillery and the other two

Taking inspiration from bands such as the Barenaked Ladies, Green day and Idlewild, Mike Fillery and The Other Two have managed to create catchy, danceable and instantly singable songs. With a focus on upbeat melodies underpinning honest, witty and sometimes raw lyrics to really resonate with their audience.  Mike Fillery and The Other Two have emerged from a line…

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Deano Pressure

Deano Pressure is a versatile DJ, promoter, music producer, festival crew, record collector and general music enthusiast having had various roles in the music industry since the late 90’s. Currently part of the team at Good Vibrations Society where he manages and curates the offering in The Nest. You can catch him playing out and…

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Songwriting workshop with Aerynn

Aerynn will be hosting a songwriting workshop and exclusive performance in the nest at GVS24. With a “breathtaking voice” that “lulls you into a blissful trance”, Aerynn is an American-born singer-songwriter creating music in the North of England.  Socially awkward and shy but with no qualms about singing vulnerable and real songs to others, songwriting…

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24HR Garage Girls

24HR Garage Girls

Bringing nuff love for the ravin’ massive 24HR Garage Girls are a power collective known for shutting down clubs and festivals across the UK with unstoppable energy, old skool anthems, lethal bass lines and classic cuts. We hope you’re ready.  We cannot wait for 24HR Garage Girls to join the Good Vibes family this summer!!!! 

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Leftfield

Leftfield DJ set

Leftfield (originally comprised of Neil Barnes and Paul Daley), have been at the cutting edge of dance music since the 1990s, releasing albums that have become some of the most influential electronic records of all time around the world with their debut LP Leftism being widely regarded as one of the most boundary-pushing electronic LPs…

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Morcheeba will perform at GVS 2024

Morcheeba

Morcheeba are an English electronic band formed in the mid-1990s with founding members vocalist Skye Edwards and the brothers Paul and Ross Godfrey. They mix influences from trip hop, rock, folk rock and downtempo, and have produced ten regular studio albums since 1995, two of which reached the UK top ten. Edwards left the band in 2003, after which the brothers used a…

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Kim McCabe

Kim McCabe

A talk with author and Rites for Girls founder, Kim McCabe – no need to dread the teen years, here’s some practical tools that you can use today for children of any age.

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S-bars

S-bars (they/them) is a queer spoken word/movement artist and actor from the UK. Their work is often raw, reflective and comedic. Catering to all audiences, their work empowers listeners and leaves you wanting more.  As well as performing at Prides across the UK, S-bars regularly features and headlines at events. They’ve performed and facilitated writing & poetry workshops for the…

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Tarby’s SmokeHouse

Tarbys SmokeHouse – your theatre of food! The Professional ‘Low and Slow’ Smoking of meats such as BBQ Brisket and Pulled Pork takes years to master. So come and visit us and see what REAL smoked cuisine tastes like at Tarbys SmokeHouse stand.  Come and experience REAL ‘down south’ Jambalaya, BBQ Pulled Pork and Brisket…

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Little Pancake Place

Our tasty gluten free little pancakes can be loaded with a huge variety of sweet or savoury toppings (with vegan pancakes and topping on offer too). Available in various portion sizes to fit your appetite or to share. 

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Odyssey

The 70s/80s chart topping trio who brought you the top ten hits Native New Yorker, Use It Up & Wear It Out, Looking For A Way Out, Don’t Tell Me Tell Her, Inside Out and Going Back To My Roots. THE GLORY DAYS of top vocal group Odyssey, one of the most successful soul/disco acts…

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Show and Tell

A chance for you to perform on our Hive stage. Be it a song or a dance, a trick or a treat, we welcome all performers big and small to share what they wish. A polished piece or an improvised moment, you’ll get an encouraging audience and a boost of confidence to boot. Expect a…

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Clay Table

See where your imaginations take you, using clay and nature craft to unlock your creative flow. A beautiful, sensory, calming and reflective activity available throughout the day, welcome to come and go as you please and take your creations home.

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Bill Brewster

Bill Brewster

Welcoming legendary Bill Brewster to Good Vibrations 2024.Bill is first and foremost a legend, a record collector, DJ and writer with best-selling Last Night A DJ Saved My Life (with Frank Broughton), just one of many books Bill has penned. We’re head-to-toe excited about Bill being on the line-up because Bill IS the DJ’s DJ,…

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Gardna DJ Set

The Bristol lyricist on a Dubwise tip His latest release – Sunday with producer Kreed – has been widely regarded as his best single yet. Toddla T, Seani B & Don Letts are amongst a list of tastemakers who are supporting his work on BBC Radio.  Gardna has been embraced across the UK Bass scene…

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Circus with Panda

The Circus is back in town! We are delighted Panda is returning for another year of helping us build some circus skills. Join us Saturday 3pm at the Hive.Open to all, big and small! Try your luck at juggling, diablo, plate spinning, staff spinning and balancing things on your head with Panda the multi-talented performer…

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Ashdown Forest Foundation

Covering over 10 square miles, Ashdown Forest is one of the largest open access areas in Southeast England. Situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, its lowland heathland and deciduous woodland habitats are home to many rare and threatened species. With a rich human history from Kings and commoners to smuggling and…

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Malah Palinka

Inspired by funk, jazz, soul, hip-hop, and pop, Malah Palinka are an 8-piece ensemble from Sheffield, UK. The band combine infectious funk grooves, swanky harmonies, and dreamlike lyrics delivered in 3-part harmony. Malah Palinka’s energetic live performances are designed to get people moving and grooving along to their brassy hooks and tight rhythm section.

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Mrisi

Pianist, rapper, singer and producer Mrisi is a multifaceted artist who showcases a varied musical background and a sensitivity to music which results in tracks with substance. The development of his music unifies his heritage and areas of influence. A South African musician father and English poet mother have made musicality and lyricism part of his upbringing and the…

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The Hive – A kaleidoscopic kids area

An evolving playspace where, together with you, we create a cauldron of fun, get silly and sandy, build friendships and blow our imaginations. What to expect? A rambunctious range of games and activities: scrap craft, clay creations and loose parts play for all to try, a chance to build fantastical creatures from recycled wood with…

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Kent Wildlife Trust

Kent Wildlife Trust is the leading conservation charity for the county of Kent.  Wildlife is in crisis.  The natural world isn’t just something for us to enjoy; it sustains us. the decline of nature puts our very survival and prosperity under threat. It doesn’t have to be like this. Our vision is for a better, wilder future. We…

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Stag + Seer

Our intention is to connect people to the wisdom of Mama Earth, with the ‘old ways’ as our muse. We draw upon primal wisdom & ancestral guidance, harnessing the healing power of the botanical world to bring about balance, healing & overall wellbeing. Our offerings are handcrafted with either organic, wildcrafted or homegrown ingredients. Our…

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Manara

DJ and broadcaster Manara has dazzled dancefloors and airwaves with her upbeat demeanour and electrifying blends of club cuts, pop tracks, and South Asian sounds. Alongside a party-starting mix, she speaks to Aneesa Ahmed about her varied musical upbringing, her Pure Spice show on BBC Asian Network, and taking inspiration from Mariah Carey, memes and…

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MT Jones

Gathering inspiration from 60s and 70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and Jazz, MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His crooning vocals transport you straight back to a smoke-filled speakeasy, while somehow feeling fresh and innovative. MT will be continuing to release new music throughout 2024

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Globetrotters Crazy Golf

Step into a world of excitement and discovery with Globetrotters Golf, your gateway to adventure! Crazy golf is more than just a game—it’s a captivating experience. Embark on a thrilling 9-hole journey where each putt reveals new surprises.

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Seed of Play – Woodcraft Activity

SeedofPlay: An Eco-Friendly Woodcraft Activity for Children and Families. Friday at 2pm and 5pm. Saturday at 11am and 2pm. Book your workshop space with the Hive crew. SeedofPlay offers a unique and exciting woodcraft activity for children and their families. It provides an opportunity to explore creativity, imagination, engineering, building, and artistry, all in a…

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Elementary Musical Stall

I run a stall that sells musical instruments from around the world and healing musical instruments. I specialize in Didgeridoo of which iv been making ,teaching and performing with for about 35 years! My stall is very much a learning and jamming area as i play and teach with most of what i sell. Didgeridoo,…

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Our wonderful creative team

These magnificent people are but a part of what allows us to have such a gorgeous site. Numerous volunteers, as well as collaboration between all the other departments, means Good Vibrations can vibrate at the frequency that we do. Thank you to all that make the magic happen! Charlotte von Szczepanski Creative Production Manager A…

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Woodland Trust

We are the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity. Our vision is a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature. We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone. We bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems…

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