Festibelly returns to its home in the heart of The New Forest on 11-12 July 2014. Now in its sixth year, Festibelly has established itself as one of the UK’s most charming, intimate and grassroots festivals. A handful of lovingly crafted venues will play host to new and emerging musical talent alongside a kaleidoscope of theatre, comedy, fine food and interactive nonsense galore.

Previous artists to play Festibelly include Bastille, Gold Panda, Willie Moon, Ragga Twins, New Young Pony Club, Ghostpoet, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Rob Da Bank, Hollie Cook, James Yuill, Greco Roman Sound System, Psychemagik, Reggae Roast and Skinny Lister – the first acts to join this year’s line-up will be announced soon.

But it’s not all about the music. 2014 sees the addition of a brand new bar stocked with fine festival tipples, from craft ales to decadent cocktails. A new dining experience will be offered for those wanting to get off their feet and indulge in an extravagant three course feast, prepared and hosted by some of our favourite New Forest foodie institutions, alongside culinary masterclasses and belly-rumbling bake offs. The Owlery, a space dedicated to wee Festi-critters, returns bigger and better in 2014 ensuring the future festi-goers are well looked after throughout the weekend.

On top of the festival’s two days and nights, Sunday morning will see the festival spring back to life for a final few hours before the journey home. A welcome distraction from that sore head will come in the form of a Great British Brunch, a New Forest farmers market, kids fancy dress finale, and most importantly the chance to put your feet up with a paper.

General, youth and family tickets go on sale this week, earlybird tickets having already sold out.For ticket links and more information click here.

As part of its on-going commitment to supporting new and emerging local artists, Festibelly will be hosting a series of warm up events across the New Forest and Hampshire region. Bands and musicians of all types are encouraged to get in touch to play at their local events, with the best given the chance to join the bill for the Festibelly weekend.

Details can be found here.

13.04.14 - The Lock Tavern, London w/ Hannah Holland, Dios Mio (live), Georgie Rogers (XFM), Anton (NTS)
03.05.14 - The Railway, Winchester
12.05.14 - The Boileroom, Guildford
17.05.14 – Thomas Tripp, Lymington
24.05.14 - 60 Million Postcards, Bournemouth
27.05.14 – Edge Of The Wedge, Portsmouth
30.05.14 - Orange Rooms, Southampton