New UK Festival Combines DJ Sets, Camping and Kids’ Adventures
Parents who miss music festivals but cannot leave the children behind have a new option for summer 2027. Blume Summer Camp will debut at Stapleford Estate, on the Leicestershire–Rutland border, combining dance music with woodland activities and camping. Founded by Hideout Festival co-creator Dan Blackledge and musician Molly Blackledge, the three-day event promises early headline sets so families can enjoy the music without late nights.
The first performers include Erol Alkan, Luke Una, Jamz Supernova and Auntie Flo, alongside folk musicians Daudi Matsiko and Alice Boyd. Three music spaces will host DJ sets, intimate performances and vinyl listening sessions. Children can try den building, foraging and bushcraft, while adults can explore movement workshops, breathwork and wood-fired saunas. A children's cookery school is included in the ticket, although other activity charges have not been detailed.
Blume Summer Camp Tickets, Ages and Camping
- Dates: 6–8 August 2027; general camping opens Thursday afternoon.
- Venue: Stapleford Estate, near Melton Mowbray, LE14 2SF.
- Early-bird sale: Tuesday 17 November 2026; register on the festival website for priority access.
- Weekend prices: Adults from £210; teenagers aged 13–17 from £126; children aged 4–12 from £84.
- Under-fours: Free admission.
- Camping: General camping included with early-bird weekend tickets; boutique tents and campervan options available.
- Daily opening hours: Not yet published.
The estate lies in rural countryside, with Melton Mowbray the nearest railway station, several miles away. Festival-specific parking and shuttle arrangements have not been announced, so families arriving by train will need to consider the final journey. Visitors extending their stay could explore Rutland Water's cycling routes and playgrounds or visit Oakham Castle. These offer alternatives to a weekend spent entirely on the festival site.
Blume looks most useful to parents who want proper DJ sets without choosing between a music weekend and a family holiday. However, the lowest advertised prices are early-bird weekend rates, not a guarantee of what tickets will cost later. Food purchases, camping upgrades and transport could increase the total significantly. Families should also wait for the detailed timetable before deciding whether the programme suits younger children.
