This year’s lineup includes the iconic Fatboy Slim, who will make a much-anticipated return to the festival on the Sunday
Rapper and producer Example will appear before Bastille on Saturday evening, while pop icon Self Esteem and legendary Billy Ocean will take to the stage on Friday night.
This year’s partnership will see The Independent’s branding throughout the festival, directing festival goers towards exclusive coverage of Camp Bestival.
As the exclusive national news partnership for the festival, the news brand will bring its music-obsessed readers behind-the-scenes access to news, reviews and interviews. Alongside editorial, The Independent will provide ticket giveaways, produce social content and newsletters, including a special edition of the ‘Now Hear This’ music newsletter.
Shakira Akabusi, women’s health expert and host of The Independent’s fitness channel ‘Strong Like Mum’, will be appearing at the festival at The Library, Camp Bestival’s space for conversations around culture, literature and more. Her talk will take place on the Friday.
The Independent’s music editor, Roisin O’Connor, says: “I’m delighted that The Independent is partnering once again with Camp Bestival, undoubtedly one of the best family-friendly events in the UK and with as brilliant a lineup as ever.
“Organisers Rob and Josie have proven yet again that they know just what’s needed to give both parents and children a truly unforgettable summer experience, and we can’t wait to celebrate another fantastic year with them.”
Host of ‘Strong Like Mum’, Shakira Akabusi, adds: “I’m so happy to be bringing ‘Strong Like Mum’ to Camp Bestival for the first time. ‘Strong Like Mum’ aims to power women through every aspect of motherhood, fitness and family health.
“Since Camp Bestival celebrates positivity, confidence, creativity and making the very most of family life, I truly can’t think of a better place for ‘Strong Like Mum’ to be.”
