Step into the woods for a silent disco like no other, where you can dance beneath the trees with your headphones on. A unique, immersive experience that blends nature and rhythm.

Experience live music that spans a wide range of genres, from folk to rock.

Enjoy a range of DJ sets throughout the weekend, with pulsating beats from house, garage, and drum and bass.

Dive into summer vibes at the Essex Recovery Festival’s Pool Party. With DJs spinning uplifting tunes from day to dusk, this is recovery in its most joyful form: fun, free, and fully alive.

Abandoman’s Rob Broderick brings his acclaimed improvised musical comedy to Essex Recovery Festival!

Having toured with Ed Sheeran 
and performed to packed crowds at Glastonbury, Leeds, and Edinburgh Fringe, Abandoman delivers a unique, high-energy show where your suggestions fuel the 
performance.

The acclaimed Blunter Brothers will be headlining our Main Stage!

Performing a mixture of motown, funk and soul - this is a set you won’t want to miss.

Renowned for her awe-inspiring live shows, Ellie Sax elevates the clubbing experience to new heights, warming up festival stages for artists such as Chase & Status, Kaiser Chiefs, Judge Jules, Sam Ryder and supported artists such as Black Eyed Peas and Ministry of Sound Classical.

Check out indie rock band Peliroccos, who will be performing on Saturday.

The Harlow based band draw their musical influences from The Style Council to Foo Fighters.

They’ll be bringing energy, good vibes and massive sounds to audiences with their band of best mates and family.

It’s time to step back into the 90s with our headline set from national radio and DJ superstar, Toby Anstis!

Featuring collaboration from the iconic Baby D, you’ll be served hit after hit.

Originally hailing from the South West Midlands, Laurie Wright is a guitar-driven rock ’n’ roll juggernaut who has rapidly risen through the ranks of the UK live music scene.

Previously supporting the likes of The Lathums and Ocean Colour Scene, Laurie has stepped into his own and now leading the charge of new wave British guitar music.

King Of The Beats will take you on kaleidoscopic journey of sound, from Old School Hip Hop, Funk, Boogie, Acid House, Bass and Breakbeat. Strap in and get ready for the ride!

King of the Beats is the DJ combo of PLUMP DJS, FREESTYLERS and KRAFTY KUTS. The three have been friends for many years, collaborating on records, events and shared many a tour bus. The trio will be bringing their energy to Essex Recovery Festival on Saturday!

Ella is a singer and songwriter. With lived experience of recovery, her music is rooted in truth, resilience and the power of healing.

Through honest lyrics and heartfelt melodies, she turns real life into songs that inspire, connect and provide hope.

Blending emotional storytelling with atmospheric production, Mitchell creates spaces where listeners can breathe, feel, and reconnect.

Driven by transformation, he has carved out a reputation for raw creativity and fearless experimentation, performing everywhere from intimate London venues to stages across LA.

Raving 4 A Reason was founded by Hazel Williams, a full-time working mum from Essex, in memory of her best friend Charmaine, who passed away from lung cancer at just 34.

What began as a one-off charity rave in 2019 quickly grew into a powerful grassroots movement that brings people together through music to raise money for causes that matter.

Join our brand-new festival choir, ‘Sobriety Songbirds’ for a fun and uplifting singing experience open to all abilities!

Across two engaging sessions (a 90-minute workshop followed by a 60-minute rehearsal the next day), you’ll learn and perform two iconic songs, before taking to the main stage together for a live festival performance.

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Part of the Sober Is Fun comedy line-up

Award-winning comedian, writer and mental health advocate Harriet Dyer brings her distinctive comedy to the festival, using humour to challenge stigma and spark conversations around mental health.

TV Credits: Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky Max), Rosie Jones' Disability Comedy Extravaganza (Dave) and Comedy Central Live (Comedy Central).

Part of the Sober Is Fun comedy line-up

Comedian, broadcaster and satirist Steve N Allen is best known as a regular on the BBC's The Mash Report. Combining sharp observational humour with topical comedy, Steve has performed across the UK and Europe and is a familiar voice on radio and television.

TV Credits: The Mash Report (BBC), Jeremy Vine (Channel 5), The Wright Stuff (Channel 5), Anglia Tonight (ITV), Live with Chris Moyles (Five), Take The Mike (ITV) and Not The One Show (London Live).

Part of the Sober Is Fun comedy line-up

Scottish Comedian of the Year 2006, Paul Pirie is an energetic, award-winning stand-up known for his quick wit, audience interaction and laugh-out-loud performances. A regular on the UK comedy circuit, Paul has performed internationally and appeared across TV, radio and film.

TV & Radio: The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star (Channel 4), Guessing Game (BBC Radio Scotland), Dance Monkey Boy Dance (BBC Radio Scotland), plus campaigns for the Scottish Government, IKEA and Doritos.

Host of the Sober Is Fun comedy line-up

Actor, presenter and stand-up comedian James Redmond brings his dry wit and effortless stage presence to the festival as host of the Sober Is Fun comedy stage. Best known for his television career, James has become a firm favourite on the UK comedy circuit.

TV Credits: The Outlaws (BBC), Hollyoaks (Channel 4), Casualty (BBC One), Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two), SM:TV and CD:UK (ITV).