Wood Festival Announces First Names for 2025

Now in its 15th year, Wood Festival is committed to its three guiding principles: sustainability, creativity and community. The event features a green focus that endeavors to lessen their environmental impact, creating an environment that celebrates both music and nature. Its family dynamic can be felt in the abundance of inclusive activity, be it workshops or as events for kids, all in the stunningly green Chiltern Hills at Braziers Park. Lauded for its award-winning sustainable ethos, Wood Festival is a template for fostering connection and fun while caring for the environment.

Returning for another unforgettable event in 2025, the festival runs from Friday, 16 to Sunday, 18 May at Braziers Park.

For the 2025 lineup, the initial wave of artists announced contains a mix of established stars and up-and-comers:

Jane Weaver: One of the UK’s most innovative pop acts, Jane releases new album Love In Constant Spectacle, which is about joy, autonomy and nature. Dropping the critically well received top 40 album Flock this is on the heels to cement her print.

The Deep Dark Woods: This Canadian folk-roots band led by Ryan Boldt, who writes with understatement and precision, creates heartache on record. Their fourth album, produced by David Parry, will be out in 2025 and they’ll be on a wide tour through the UK, Canada and Europe.

Sophie Jamieson: Specific storytelling is at the center of Sophie”s work, delivered with raw emotion and intimacy. Her second album, it’s been announced, is called I Still Want to Share and will come out in January 2025, and the music here is a warm, aspirational follow-up to her critically lauded debut, Choosing.

Nick Cope: Another Wood favourite, Nick’s endearing songs are loved by toddlers (and adults) alike. Most recently seen with his own CBeebies show, Nick Cope’s Popcast, his vibe is in line with the family-friendly nature of the festival, and a diverse fan base joins him on Sunday mornings.

But Wood Festival also features an eclectic mix of free workshops, talks in the Kindling Tent, activities for kids, late-night films and a zone for teenagers. This also means a plethora of food and drink options for visitors, making for a colourful and holistic festival experience.

Wood Festival is back for 2025 with an exciting line-up (more names still to be announced) and celebration of music, community and sustainability. Tickets have gone on sale, and with just under two-thirds already snapped up early booking is highly recommended. This is a weekend you don’t want to miss out on!