Summer’s best-kept secret is out. Returning to the rolling fields of Walkern Hall this July, Campo Sancho Festival 2025promises another unforgettable weekend of world-class music, family-friendly adventures, and warm community vibes. From July 25th to 27th, the Hertfordshire countryside becomes home to one of the UK’s most cherished boutique festivals—a dance music haven lovingly curated by the iconic Sancho Panza crew.
Here’s why Campo Sancho should be your go-to summer escape this year.
1. A Legendary Line-up, Delivered with Heart
This year’s line-up reads like a love letter to dance music lovers. Expect electronic pioneers, underground legends, and genre-blending artists, all performing under open skies and among friendly faces. Headliners include Optimo, Luke Una, Grace Sands, Aroop Roy, and rising star Tia Cousins. Festival favourites like Crazy P, Tigerbalm, and Stuart Patterson also return, keeping the groove alive throughout the weekend.
From soulful disco to funk-fuelled house, reggae rhythms to genre-defying electronica—Campo delivers a truly diverse audio experience across all its stages.
2. Introducing ‘Upwoods’ – Campo’s New Hidden Gem
New for 2025, Upwoods is a secluded woodland stage nestled within Walkern Hall’s grounds. Designed to offer a more immersive musical escape, this space blends laid-back beats with poetic performances, curated cocktails, and an undeniable dash of woodland magic.
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Friday: Hosted by local collective Listen Here featuring Aidy West, Damian Gee, Harvey Skipper, and Ninjō.
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Saturday: Curated by Brighton’s Camp Bliss, offering daytime chill and a block-party buzz by night, with Eames, BIG RED AL, Loft55’s Alistair and more.
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Sunday: Sancho Panza takes the reins with a dreamy line-up including Emma Noble, Ronnie Turner, Dan The Drum, and Stuart Patterson.
3. Family-Friendly from Dawn ‘Til Disco
At Campo, kids are not an afterthought—they’re the VIPs. Whether you’re raving with toddlers or tweens, there’s something for everyone in the younger crowd.
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Panic Family Circus
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Roaming entertainers
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The Kids Factory: creative workshops and hands-on fun
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Teen Spirit: games and chill zones for older kids
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Kids Disco: with a special set from none other than Lisa Loud
You’ll also find delicious food stalls, soft play zones, and enough glitter to light up the entire field.
4. A Festival Born from Dancefloor Royalty
Campo Sancho isn’t your average pop-up weekender. It’s the continuation of a dance music legacy that began in the 90s underground and ruled Notting Hill Carnival for two decades. Founded by Jimmy K-Tel and Matt Brown, Sancho Panza’s DIY ethos and uncompromising musical vision has attracted a loyal following of music heads, families, and festival lovers.
With Funktion One sound systems personally tuned by founder Tony Andrews, you’ll feel every beat the way it was meant to be heard.
5. A ‘Country Cuddle’ Like No Other
Forget overcrowded arenas and predictable playlists. Campo Sancho offers something richer: intimacy, soul, and sunshine. It’s where music-first programming, community spirit, and creative freedom come together in perfect harmony. From sunrise yoga to late-night bangers, immersive art to gospel choirs, this is the kind of festival you’ll return to year after year.
Festival Info & Tickets
Campo Sancho Festival 2025
Walkern Hall, Walkern, Hertfordshire
July 25–27, 2025
Tickets: Adults from £199 | Kids from £29
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