Solstice 2025
Taking place on the same day everywhere on the planet, the Solstice connects everyone in a truly global moment.
Join us for an incredibly special, alcohol-free weekend festival in the woods where we will celebrate music from around the world in a unique, natural setting; connected, present and in the moment. The pinnacle Solstice moment will be celebrated at the guided Sunrise Ceremony where we’ll greet the rising sun in the heart of nature. The Fireside Sessions in Wasing’s Sacred Glade spark the Solstice celebration's shift from day into night & offer a magical and powerful experience around the fire & under the stars.
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ARTISTS
Anoushka Shankar
Boundary-pushing sitar virtuoso Anoushka Shankar blends traditional Indian classical, jazz, world and electronica into her work, producing a unique sound that transcends genres. Daughter of legendary sitar master Ravi Shankar, Anoushka‘s exposure to diverse cultures—from her upbringing in Delhi to her travel throughout the world—has placed her at the forefront as an activist, human rights ambassador, and highly sought-after musician. Over the course of a long and varied career, Anoushka has evolved into an artist able to call upon her fullest being, representing her multicultural identity and authentic, vulnerable self where every note played comes from the soul.
Salif Keita
Back in 2018, giant of African music Salif Keita announced his retirement. However now at the age of 75 the afro-pop champion dubbed ‘The Golden Voice of Africa’ is back. Having spent more than four decades at the forefront of his craft, whilst simultaneously fighting for the rights of albinos and devoting his whole life to defending the right to be different, he is a legend both musically and socially. Do not miss this rare opportunity to see one of the most adventurous, gloriously soulful singer-songwriters on the planet.
Nubiyan Twist
A blend of virtuosic players, skilled producers and inspired composers join forces to create a unique, infectious sound drawing on jazz, hip-hop, afrobeat, dancehall, soul, reggae and dance music - expect ultra-tight musicianship and a powerful, big band sound. Their vibrant new album - Find Your Flame – features special guest appearances from Nile Rodgers, Seun Kuti, corto.alto and more, seamlessly weaving together global grooves, soul and jazz.
K.O.G.
Kweku Sackey aka K.O.G (Kweku of Ghana) is a multi-dimensional creative force, combining exquisite writing skills with shamanistic live performance, fierce raps, perfectly on pitch singing across a massive vocal range and some absolutely wicked dance moves. Not to mention his skills as a percussionist, arranger, bandleader and art director. A true poet and storyteller, he uses a mix of English, Pidgin and Ga to paint sonic pictures that reach deep into the souls of everyone ready to listen.
The Turbans
International legends The Turbans bind together musics from ‘manywhere’ with their explosive live show. Sonically huge and visually arresting, they are a powerhouse of talent. With its members gathered from Turkey, Bulgaria, Israel, Iran, Greece and England they bring their vibrant and unique sound to audiences who can do nothing more than smile, dance and shout for joy. Their aim is to bring music to the people, young and old alike, mixing vibrant spontaneity and authenticity with multi-genre instrumental and vocal excellence. One people, one planet.
Mira Khanya
Mira will bring Movement Medicine to Solstice & crafts immersive dance journeys that weave together global sounds, inviting collective prayer and reverence for life through the transformative power of movement. She intuitively guides these experiences, celebrating various genres including tribal rhythms, ethno-electronica & medicine songs.
Rebecca Dennis
Rebecca Dennis is a globally acclaimed Somatic Breathwork coach and teacher, Sunday Times Bestselling Author and founder of Breathing Tree. For over 20 years, Rebecca has shared the life-changing and transformational benefits of integrative breathwork, bodywork, trauma release, mindset and shamanic techniques to clients worldwide. She places great importance in regulating the nervous system, holding a safe container and helping clients gain peace, feel connected and have a greater understanding of their patterns and to enhance resilience in their life, work and relationships. Through her skilled space holding and extensive experience, she is dedicated to helping people access their innate healing capacity and Rebecca fervently believes somatic breathwork therapy is a powerful medicine we can all have access to for our well-being. She is passionate about healing through a ‘bottom up’ embodied somatic style and not only focussing on the healing of the individual but also the collective.
Wider Horizons
Wider Horizons will hold a singing circle around the fire to sing in the dawn with singers including Nalini Blossom, Charlie Roscoe, Tallulah Rendall, Vandita de la Luna, Seamus Shambo, Megan Rose and Ben Ben Ji and more amazing musicians.
THE FIRESIDE SESSIONS
The Fireside Sessions spark the Solstice celebration's shift from day into night & offer a magical and powerful experience around the fire and under the stars in Wasing’s Sacred Glade. Fire serves as a central and focal element, infusing our gatherings with prayer and ceremony and anchoring the energy we generate to offer back to the land.
THE SUNRISE CEREMONY
Guided by Chris Park, initiate of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, the Sunrise Ceremony connects us deeply to the flora, fauna & natural world around us. It begins with a procession from the Sacred Glade to a tree-lined hilltop and culminates in greeting the rising sun over the valley, bringing fresh light & shifting new energies.
TIPI TENTS
If you'd like to stay in our Tipi tent village, you can view our accommodation guide here
MÉDICINS SANS FRONTIÈRES
We are proudly supporting Médicins Sans Frontières, an international humanitarian organisation providing medical care in more than 70 countries, who treat patients on medical needs alone & provide life-saving care in crisis zones. For each Solstice ticket sold, £2 will be paid to MÉDICINS SANS FRONTIÈRES|DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS (UK) (Charity Number: 1026588)
Further information can be found at www.wasing.co.uk/solstice
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