Beat Herder
Beat-Herder is an annual summer music festival held at Dockber Farm near Sawley, Lancashire which has been running since 2006. The festival covers several musical genres including breakbeat, dub, reggae, dubstep, techno, house, drum and bass, folk, dance-punk and psychedelic rock.
2024 Lineup Details
The beloved and bonkers Beat-Herder announces its return for 2024 with a sublime Thursday line-up. The Lancashire festival takes place from Thursday 18th, to Sunday 21st of July set against the idyllic backdrop of the picturesque Ribble Valley.
Now in its seventeenth year, Beat-Herder’s reputation continues to precede it as a haven of hedonistic joy. The legendary gathering known for its vibrant energy, diverse musical lineup, and commitment to its free party roots boasts 20+ jaw-dropping stages, world-class DJs, live acts, comedians, and surprises aplenty. Continuing its four-day foray, Beat-Herder will throw open its doors on Thursday, 18th July, to those lucky enough to hold limited 4-day tickets, with a line-up of dance music icons, emerging talent and party starters.
DJ and producer Denis Sulta has risen to prominence with his unique blend of house, techno, and disco influences. Known for his dynamic performances and ability to seamlessly mix various genres, he’ll be an electrifying presence in the magical Toil Trees this July. Joining him is the Scottish dance duo behind the 2022 hit and BRIT-nominated track Afraid to Feel, LF System, and Radio 1’s Future Dance DJ, Sarah Story, who’ll be spinning some of the best emerging, new-wave talents. They’re joined by house music legends K-Klass, and dynamic Leeds DJ duo PBR Streetgang.
Over at Trash Manor, expect an eclectic, eccentric courtyard of chaos, where you’ll find jungle and DnB favourite SHY FX, featuring Rage, who always stirs up excitement whenever his name appears on a lineup. Showcasing their immersive brand of 1994-flavoured jungle, 4AM Kru also join, alongside a driving force behind the North’s underground music culture, Mark XTC. Over at the quirky Smoky Tentacles stage in the Stone Circle field, you’ll find one of the most skilled and versatile MCs in the country Sparkz, whose live show is packed full of clever lyrics and monster flows on top of big energetic vibes.