Public Enemy, Frank Turner and Hot Chip lead Bearded Theory 2027 line-up
Bearded Theory has revealed the first wave of artists for its 18th birthday edition, with Public Enemy, Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls, Hot Chip and The Interrupters among the names heading to Catton Park next May.
The independent Derbyshire festival will return from 26-30 May 2027, with Public Enemy and Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls set to headline. Turner’s appearance is billed as a UK festival exclusive.
The first announcement also brings Super Furry Animals, Westside Cowboy, Antony Szmierek, Bob Vylan, Lime Garden and Man/Woman/Chainsaw to the bill, spanning indie rock, electronic pop, punk, hip-hop and everything between.
A sprawling first wave for Catton Park
Elsewhere, the line-up includes hardcore veterans Black Flag, riot grrrl trio Dream Wife, jungle pioneer Goldie, post-punk outfit TTSSFU, garage rockers Tooth and The Lovely Eggs.
Other confirmed artists include Sea Power, Steel Pulse, The Wonder Stuff, This Is The Kit, ALT BLK ERA, Anna Erhard, Beans on Toast, Bob Mould, Cowboy Hunters, Dub Pistols, Evil Scarecrow, GANS, Girlband!, Grace Petrie, Jacqui McShee’s Pentangle, Millie Manders and the Shutup, Murkage Dave, Public Figures, The Bar Stool Preachers, The Black Seeds, The Chameleons, The Meffs, The Rezillos, The Wran, Utah Saints and Zion Train.
The Wednesday programme will include Deja Vega, Earth Tongue and Lemonsuckr, while Thursday performances are scheduled from Chris Hawkins, Dave Lofts, Leero y Thornhill, Phil Hartnoll, Bruise Control, Muddy Summers & The DFWS, My First Time and The Slow Country, among others.
Eight stages and the return of Festival School
Bearded Theory’s compact site will once again host eight music and arts areas, including the Pallet, Meadow and Woodland stages, alongside late-night spaces Big Ed and CODA. The Knockerdown, Convoy Cabaret, Busk Top, Maui Waui and Something Else Tea Tent will also return.
The festival’s children’s area will again include the Festival School, offering free places and lessons for younger attendees. The first enrolment round has already filled Years 6-10, while places for Years 2-5 are due to open on 2 January.
Tickets for Bearded Theory 2027 are available now, with payment plans, camping information and festival facilities outlined through the official ticket provider. Tickets are on sale now.
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