SOLSTICE AT WASING 2025
The Woodland, Wasing Estate, Nr Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4LY | 20-22 June 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.
Featuring Anoushka Shankar, Salif Keita, Nubiyan Twist, K.O.G. & The Turbans with more artists, musicians & guest speakers to be announced.
EARLY BIRD tickets available now including a 25% discount.
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)
VEHICLE PASSES
If you are bringing a vehicle, please purchase a vehicle pass in advance.
TIPI TENTS
You can view our Guide to Solstice Tipi tents here and make a reservation here Beds, bed linen, a light & access to nearby drinking water, loos & showers is included. Towels, food & drinks, Solstice festival tickets & vehicle passes aren’t included.
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.
CAMPING
Tickets include access to Wasing’s campsite overnight on a bring your own tent or campervan basis. The campsite includes drinking water and toilets. The campsite opens at 2pm on 20th June & closes at 11am on 22nd June 2025.
ACCESSIBILITY
Our Accessibility Guide can be viewed here Accessible tickets are subject to receipt of qualifying documentation within 3 weeks of ticket purchase to be sent to events@wasing.co.uk
JOINT TICKETS
Joint Solstice & Equinox tickets include access to both the Solstice festival on 20th-22nd June 2025 and the Equinox festival on 19th-21st September 2025. You can find out more about Equinox at www.wasing.co.uk/equinox
MORE INFORMATION
More information about the Solstice festival can be found at www.wasing.co.uk/solstice
For enquiries, please contact events@wasing.co.uk
Follow us @Wasing1759
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Portable seats, umbrellas, drones, bags larger than A3 size, picnics, BBQs and glass are not permitted within The Woodland venue where the event takes place. BBQs, bonfires or flames of any kind are not permitted within the campsite.
The Woodland, Wasing Estate, Nr Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4LY | 20-22 June 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.
Featuring Anoushka Shankar, Salif Keita, Nubiyan Twist, K.O.G. & The Turbans with more artists, musicians & guest speakers to be announced.
EARLY BIRD tickets available now including a 25% discount.
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)
VEHICLE PASSES
If you are bringing a vehicle, please purchase a vehicle pass in advance.
TIPI TENTS
You can view our Guide to Solstice Tipi tents here and make a reservation here Beds, bed linen, a light & access to nearby drinking water, loos & showers is included. Towels, food & drinks, Solstice festival tickets & vehicle passes aren’t included.
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.
CAMPING
Tickets include access to Wasing’s campsite overnight on a bring your own tent or campervan basis. The campsite includes drinking water and toilets. The campsite opens at 2pm on 20th June & closes at 11am on 22nd June 2025.
ACCESSIBILITY
Our Accessibility Guide can be viewed here Accessible tickets are subject to receipt of qualifying documentation within 3 weeks of ticket purchase to be sent to events@wasing.co.uk
JOINT TICKETS
Joint Solstice & Equinox tickets include access to both the Solstice festival on 20th-22nd June 2025 and the Equinox festival on 19th-21st September 2025. You can find out more about Equinox at www.wasing.co.uk/equinox
MORE INFORMATION
More information about the Solstice festival can be found at www.wasing.co.uk/solstice
For enquiries, please contact events@wasing.co.uk
Follow us @Wasing1759
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Portable seats, umbrellas, drones, bags larger than A3 size, picnics, BBQs and glass are not permitted within The Woodland venue where the event takes place. BBQs, bonfires or flames of any kind are not permitted within the campsite.
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