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A Carnival Success
The first Carnival in the Barn soundsystem weekender at Wilkswood Farm in Swanage turned out to be a huge success. Here are some of the images from the weekend.
Carnival in the Barn – All You Need To Know
All you need to know about this weekend’s Carnival in the Barn at Wilkswood Farm. Times, lineups, facilities, camping guide, dos and don’ts.
Carnival in the Barn
The Carnival in the Barn, a series of three separate soundsystem events, will take place at Wilkswood Farm in Swanage over the August Bank Holiday from Saturday 28th to Monday 30th August. Channel One Sound, Prince Fatty, Birmingham’s One Nation, Vibration Lab, Ras Diplo, Brother Culture and many more established and emerging reggae soundsystems are are all confirmed to play over the weekend. Camping is included for all those that like to party into the night.
Wilkswood Reggae 2022 Dates Confirmed
After a meeting this week with the site owners, artists, security and council officials, we are pleased to announce that Wilkswood Reggae Festival will be going ahead from from Friday July 22nd to Sunday 24th July 2022 at Wilkswood Farm, Swanage.
Wilkswood Reggae 2021 Postponed
As larger music festivals across the UK are one-by-one cancelling for 2021, the good news is that Wilkswood Reggae Festival 2021 is still currently planning to go ahead on July 23rd to 25th.
Wilkswood Reggae 2021 Still On
As larger music festivals across the UK are one-by-one cancelling for 2021, the good news is that Wilkswood Reggae Festival 2021 is still currently planning to go ahead on July 23rd to 25th.
2021 Discounted Weekend Tickets Almost Sold Out
Discounted Weekend Tickets for Wilkswood Reggae 2021 are almost sold out. The last few adult tickets are still available at £100 including three days camping and free parking.
Wilkswood Reggae Festival 2021 Tickets On Sale
Weekend tickets are available for the Wilkswood Reggae Festival 2021, taking place in Purbeck, Dorset from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th July. Early Bird Tickets are still available at £100 including three days camping and free parking.
Wilkswood Reggae Festival Live Stream
This year’s Wilkswood Reggae Festival might be postponed but you can still experience the atmosphere with our live stream event from lunchtime on Saturday 25th.
Wilkswood Reggae Festival Black Lives Matter T-Shirts Available Online
Show your solidarity and support a local African-Caribbean community charity in one of these exclusive Black Lives Matter Tees from Wilkswood Reggae Festival.
Wilkswood Reggae Festival T-Shirts Available Online
Be Uptown Top Ranking this summer with these official Wilkswood Reggae Festival T-shirts available to purchase online in two designs, eight colours and five sizes.
The Solidarity Session – Exclusive Mix
As a reggae music event that celebrates music and culture of an Afro-Caribbean heritage the Wilkswood Family stands in complete solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Racism is never acceptable in any form so let’s all stand together in support of global equality and unity.
Wilkswood Reggae Festival stands with Black Lives Matter
As a reggae music event that celebrates music and culture of an Afro-Caribbean heritage the Wilkswood Family stands in complete solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Racism is never acceptable in any form so let’s all stand together in support of global equality and unity.
An Important Message from the Wilkswood Reggae Festival Team
After careful and considerate assessment of the current Covid-19 situation, we have decided to take the very difficult but sensible decision to reschedule this year’s Wilkswood Reggae Festival for July 23rd – 25th 2021.
Mad Professor + the Ariwa Posse complete the Headliners at Wilkswood Reggae 2020
Expect a ground-shaking bass-quake at Wilkswood Reggae 2020 as acclaimed pioneer of UK reggae production Mad Professor tops the bill with Ariwa Sounds artists Aisha, Sister Audrey and Canita.
Sinai Soundsystem bring some Sheffield Steel to Wilkswood Reggae 2020
Sheffield based Sinai Sound System, performing with their own custom-built rig, bring their fusion of contemporary reggae and dub music to this year’s Wilkswood Reggae 2020.
Legendary Dub Poet Linton Kwesi Johnson to perform at Wilkswood Reggae 2020
We are totally excited and honoured to be able to announce a live performance from the legend that is Linton Kwesi Johnson, yet another reason to get your tickets booked for this year’s Wilkswood Reggae Festival.
Mungo’s Hi Fi Sound System Headlining Wilkswood Reggae 2020
Underground favourites Mungo’s Hi Fi perform with their own Hand-Built Custom Sound System at Wilkswood Reggae 2020.
Sandra Cross, Vivian Jones + The Robotiks Triple Header at Wilkswood Reggae 2020
Expect a one-in-a-lifetime festival experience when reggae dignitaries Sandra Cross, Vivian Jones and The Robotiks take to the main stage together at Wilkswood 2020.
Channel One Sound System Headlining the Jah Spirit Stage at Wilkswood Reggae 2020
Setting up their own hand-built sound system at the Wilkswood Jah Spirit Stage, Channel One Sound System will be bringing the rich, heavyweight bass sounds of Notting Hill Carnival to this year’s festival.