Purbeck Guitar Festival

Two days of pure guitar magic at Upton Country Park.

Following hugely successful festivals in 2024 and 2025, the event now takes over the stunning Walled Garden at Upton Country Park, offering an unforgettable blend of world-class music, food and atmosphere.

Rock-It Saturday – Live Music, BBQ & Bar

Saturday 23 May
Rock-It Saturday delivers an electrifying day of live guitar music, from legendary names to exciting contemporary acts.
Line-up highlights include:

• Donovan – Iconic singer- songwriter whose music helped define the psychedelic era

• The Story of Guitar Heroes – A thrilling live tribute to Clapton, Hendrix, Page and more

• Gary Cain – Canadian blues-rock virtuoso with explosive live performances

• Galaxy Thief – Swanage’s high-energy indie-rock favourites

• Chris Corcoran – Award-nominated blues guitarist

• Laura Snowden – Acclaimed guitarist and composer, performing with Loz Garratt

• Callum Buckley – Masterful fingerstyle guitarist with warmth and charm

Rock-It Saturday BBQ & Bar
Enjoy locally sourced BBQ favourites including award-winning burgers, steaks, lamb, fish and vegan options (from £8), alongside artisan breads, salads and dressings. The bar will serve local ales, lagers, wines, bubbles and soft drinks.

Full line-up details on the Purbeck Guitar Festival website.

Spanish Sunday – Flamenco, Classical & Latin Fire

Sunday 24 May | Gates open 11.00am | Music from 12.00pm

Spanish Sunday transforms Upton Country Park into a vibrant musical fiesta, blending flamenco, classical guitar and global influences.

Line-up highlights include:

• Juan Martín – World-renowned flamenco virtuoso

• Rebeca y Ramón – Internationally acclaimed flamenco dance, guitar and song

• Flamenco Meets Maqam – A spellbinding fusion of Middle Eastern and flamenco traditions

• Carlos Bonell – Spanish classical guitar with poetry and visuals inspired by Federico García Lorca

• Flamenca! – A dynamic trio blending flamenco, jazz and world music with dance

• Miki Cruz – Infectious flamenco and Latin rhythms inspired by Paco de Lucía and the Gypsy Kings

Spanish Sunday Tapas & Bar
A tempting selection of classic Spanish tapas including patatas bravas, pil-pil prawns, calamari, albondigas, croquetas and more (3 plates from £12), plus local beers, wines, bubbles and soft drinks.

Full line up details on the Purbeck Guitar Festival website.

Supporting Dorset Wildlife Trust
The festival is proud to support Dorset Wildlife Trust, with guest speakers across the weekend.
20% of all profits will be donated to the charity.

Tickets
From £40–£50 (early bird)
Weekend passes available.

A spectacular Bank Holiday celebration of guitar, culture and community — not to be missed.