insideKENT Magazine Issue 49 - April 2016 | Page 20

ARTS+ENTERTAINMENT

try something wild!
Giving something a go comes naturally to small children. Every day is a new
adventure, something new to discover, a new experience to be had. As we grow
older it’s easy to become less willing to try new things for fear of failing, looking
silly, or simply not being very good. Given the opportunity we can all ignite
hidden talents and discover new passions.
© Kipperklock Photography

© Kipperklock Photography

Elderflower Fields is a weekend of new
experiences for all. Set in the absolutely stunning
Sussex location of Pippingford Park over the
May bank holiday, it’s a chance to fully relax while
hundreds of children enjoy free-range festival
freedom and adventure.

“It's probably the best
thing we have done
together as a family, ever.”
Anyone that has not experienced the joy of
sleeping under canvas may shudder at the
thought of a festival. Some can’t stand the thought
of noisy campsites, trying to pitch a tent with
kids or even just carrying camping gear.
Elderflower Fields have added some helpful
touches like a dedicated campsite buggy to help

transport equipment from the car park and even
pre-bookable premier pitches so you can camp
with your car. If all this still sounds a bit much
then there are also Glamping options plus
campervan and caravan pitches so you can
enjoying the great outdoors in more comfort.
Mud hut building, slacklining, ukulele, science,
orienteering, jive dance, high ropes, spoken word,
DJ skills, archery, and even something called
disc golf are all new experiences for many. These,
and many, many more are available as part of a
wild weekend here. All activities are provided by
a team of dedicated local organisations who
inspire and encourage participation. With an
emphasis on sport, music, the arts, wildlife and
nature, there is something for everyone to
discover.
Supporting local businesses and individuals is a
big part of Elderflower Fields and all the food and
drink is sourced from Sussex and Kent. Tickets
also include a communa l taster picnic full of
samples from local small producers. Over 40
performers from across the South East will
perform across three stages and some will provide
additional workshops for children and adults to
take part in. Details of the diverse range of music
and theatre can be found on
www.elderflowerfields.co.uk.
With a woodland cocktail bar and a spa offering
luxury pampering and treatments this is a
weekend of pure relaxation. Many families have
been returning year after year but the event
remains small and intimate with plenty of space
to unwind.

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“What a fun holiday! Mud,
late nights, yummy food
and fun things to try.”

Celebrating its 5th birthday this May, the festival
has become a moment of inspiration for children,
their families, and festival-goers to try new things
that then becoming part of their daily lives.

For a chance to WIN A FAMILY TICKET
to this magical wild adventure visit
www.insidekentmagazine.co.uk/win
and answer this question:
Where is Elderflower Fields festival held?
a) Seven Sisters Park, Sussex
b) Pippingford Park, Sussex
c) Bewl Water, Kent

www.elderflowerfields.co.uk

© Kipperklock Photography

With more children being admitted to hospital in
the last year from falling out of bed than falling
out of a tree, giving our next generation the
opportunity to try new things and make calculated
risks in the great outdoors is becoming rarer.