Good Vibrations Society is a magical 3-day celebration of music, wellness, and community, set in the breathtaking beauty of Ashdown Forest. It’s an invitation to connect with others, embrace your individuality, and revel in the wonders of nature.
Dance to phenomenal live music from around the globe, wake up with refreshing wild swims, and energise your spirit with free yoga and dance workshops. Engage your mind with thought-provoking talks, let your imagination run wild in the evolving playscape, and wander the enchanting forest on guided walks. When it’s time to relax, unwind with a cold drink in the cozy onsite pub or savour a hearty meal in the bustling food court.
This is your chance to celebrate life, friendship, and self-expression in a truly unforgettable setting.
An experience you’ll carry with you long after the festival ends.
We are thrilled to share our Saturday headline show. 😁 Graceland, the iconic album by Paul Simon, Reimagined by the London African Gospel Choir (@thelagc). Hot off their sold out Barbican shows, this group of musicians from across Africa have created a musical spectacle for the ages. We cannot wait…
Get ready for an unforgettable summer Sunday at Good Vibrations! We are thrilled to announce our headline act for this year’s Sunday closer: the legendary Soul II Soul! From their humble beginnings in North London to global stardom, Soul II Soul have been shaping the music scene for over three decades. With over 10…
OK, OK, you ready for it? Staying true to the Garage vibes that have become a party starting staple in our Friday night offering, we’re bringing the ICONIC So Solid Crew live and direct to Pippingford Park. Rising from the underground pirate radio stations of London to dominating the UK…
🌞🎶 You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No) — but you’re gonna love this! 🎶🌞 We are beyond thrilled to announce a true icon of reggae and rocksteady will be gracing the stage at this year’s Good Vibrations Society — the legendary Dawn Penn! 💃🏽🔥 From the ska-splashed streets of 1960s Jamaica to the top of global…
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…
Get ready for a powerful, soul-stirring performance as the extraordinary Yael Deckelbaum brings her music of unity and activism to Good Vibrations Society! If you believe in the power of music to heal, inspire, and bring people together, this is a moment you can’t miss. Yael Deckelbaum is more than a singer-songwriter—she’s a movement. Born in Israel…
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…
A quieter, contemplative session exploring the wisdom of Ashdown Fores: how nature mirrors our patterns, reveals our blind spots, and invites us to let go. Emma: ‘I’ve led through growth, change and burnout. I’ve walked away from a successful career, and built something more aligned with who I really am.…
“The Mouse and the Mushroom Blooms”, an educational, whimsical tale with the mushroom kingdom at its centre. The 32-page rhyming story follows a little lost mouse who doesn’t know of her own special magic, so she ventures into the forest to find it. The mushrooms, mycelium and even tiny spores…
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…
Ashdown Forest is an important landscape for many threatened and vunerable species, which many people love to visit just for the chance that they might see something rare and exciting. But what are the bird species that call this place home? This talk explores some of the most impressive, (and…
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…
Chiki Monkey is serving a Middle Eastern-inspired plant-based food with wraps, hearty bowls and crispy potatoes on the menu. Their best selling Shawarma wraps are loaded with their unique, handmade seitan. Smothered in sweet and fragrant Chemoula sauce and accompanied with fresh salad and in-house pickles – this is the…
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…
We are thrilled to share our Saturday headline show. 😁 Graceland, the iconic album by Paul Simon, Reimagined by the London African Gospel Choir (@thelagc). Hot off their sold out Barbican shows, this group of musicians from across Africa have created a musical spectacle for the ages. We cannot wait…
Travel down the high street and past the Root, trough our peace garden you will find the Wild Spa. With stunning views over the Ashdown Forest, the Spa will boast Hot-Tubs, a Sauna, Massage and a plunge pool.
A true legend of the DnB scene, Mampi Swift brings pure energy, precision mixing, and those iconic heavyweight drops that shake the dancefloor. Known for his rapid-fire double drops and relentless basslines, he’s a must-see for anyone who loves Drum and Bass at its rawest and most electrifying. Get ready for a set…
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…
The Dressing Room producing funky fair trade clothing and accessories, only available at festivals!
A talk all about relieving the pressure to be flawless – just real tools, shared wisdom, and a chance to grow together Kim McCabe is the author of From Daughter to Woman, a parenting guide praised for its wise and practical support through the teen years. A child development expert…
Come and join Mrs. Whiby in journey with the local superstars – Winnie The Pooh and friends. Kirsteen Whitby is a retired local teacher with a great passion and skill in story telling.
Get ready for a musical journey like no other—The Trouble Notes are bringing their electrifying, genre-defying sound to Good Vibrations Society, and trust us, you need to be there Born from a passion for storytelling through music, The Trouble Notes are a globe-trotting trio that blends fiery violin, rhythmic guitar, and pulsating percussion…
A Forest Row legend turned London‑based multi‑genre selector, she’s been spinning with the festival since its earliest days—a true local hero. Cuppa T brings that signature blend of bass-heavy energy, reggae, garage, jungle and soulful grooves that keeps the dancefloor pulsing long after the sun goes down. Her sets in The Warren and…
UK Singer-Songwriter Carrie Tree is a captivating performer with a troubadour free-spirit. Building a dedicated following in Europe’s acoustic music scene for many years, Carrie has toured in countless retreats, festivals and concerts across the world, bringing her music to projects and communities she feels aligned too. Creating a deeply intimate…
