Family Line Up Announcement!
FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY We’re thrilled to announce our full family programme for 2019’s Standon Calling. Joining entertainment pioneers Dick and Dom, the legendary Mr…
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Meet the cover bands at Standon Calling 2019
Covering ourselves in glory We love to treat you at Standon and this summer is no different, as we’ve got some of the world’s…
Get Your Group Together!
FANCY A FESTIVAL REUNION? Let’s face it, festivals are better with friends which is why we’re offering a special group discount for those who…
Earth Day 2019
Green Initiatives Standon Calling is continuing to strive to make our festival greener year on year. Below are a few of the pledges and…
Get The App!
Exciting news – our first ever Festival App is out today and available to download now for free from the App Store and Google…
Kate Nash: The Definitive Timeline
Don’t underestimate the girl It’s been 12 years since Harrow’s very own Kate Nash bounded onto the scene with her smash hit ‘Foundations’. Since…
What’s New For 2019? Part One.
This is going to be our best year yet. The secret’s out – we have so many awesome things we’re adding to the festival…
QUIZ: What Type Of Festival Goer Are You?
With Standon Calling just around the corner, it’s time to gear up for Hertfordshire’s biggest party! This year’s theme is Twisted Creatures: A Strange…
Wolf Alice’s rise to the top
A first time for everything Wolf Alice’s meteoric rise to rock music’s top table has been a whirlwind journey that includes two critically acclaimed…
Day Splits Are Here!
Plan your weekend We’ve just released our Friday, Saturday and Sunday day splits for Standon Calling 2019! FRIDAY Friday sees the epic Rag’N’Bone Man…
Spotlight on: Lewis Capaldi
The Flying Scotsman As one of 2019’s fastest rising stars, it’s only fitting that we take a look at singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi’s ascent to the…
The Japanese House, Annabel Allum & Maven Grace Just Announced!
It’s officially Spring which means Summer and Standon are both right around the corner! We thought we’d treat you all to three more fantastic…
Our top party picks for Standon 2019
There ain’t no party like a Standon party! Standon veterans will testify – we know what it takes to throw a big bash and…
5 Unmissable DJ’s at Standon Calling
INNNSIDE. This one goes out to all the Standon ravers! This year we’re hosting some of the best music collectives, radio stations and DJ’s…
Mortimer Nannies Now On Sale!
Booking fingers at the ready, our nannying services for 2019 are now available to book online! Keepers of calm, we’re thrilled Mortimer Nannies are…
Which Accommodation Package Is For Me?
Trying to get your full 8 hours sleep in at Standon? Or would you rather be in the midst of all of the action?…
5 Reasons To Join The Friendly Fires Reunion
It’s been a decade since St Albans finest Friendly Fires graced Standon Calling with a scintillating headline slot. The great news is that they are back…
Standon Talent Booker, Ami Lord on Inclusion & International Women’s Day
This Friday it’s International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is #BalanceForBetter. We sat down with Standon Calling’s lead talent booker Ami Lord…
QUIZ: Build your ideal pancake and we’ll tell you who you are from our line up
Pancake day is upon us which means only one thing. It’s time to purchase toppings. Here at Standon Calling HQ, our behavioural scientists have…
Friendly Fires & More Just Announced!
Hold onto your hats, we’ve just announced an almighty wave of artists set to play Standon Calling this year. First up, St Alban’s locals,…
More names & tier change incoming!
Thought we’d cool off on announcements? Think again – we have a fresh batch of artists joining the Standon Calling 2019 line up. The…
Which Boutique Camping option is for me?
Fancy treating yourself to something a little more luxury for Standon Calling 2019 but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right…
Our access application form is now open
Here at Standon Calling we’re committed to making the festival as access friendly as possible, working alongside our partners Attitude is Everything. We aim to…
Become a Standon Calling Ambassador
If you want to earn bar spend, boutique upgrades and watch an artist side of stage, this article is for you. Our ambassador scheme…
Have your say: What’s the ultimate Nile Rodgers track?
Needless to say, we’re already counting down the days until Nile Rodgers and CHIC takeover our Main Stage with their legendary disco party. One…
Comedy Names Just Announced
We’re thrilled to announce our first set of comedy names for this year’s Standon Calling Festival. Without further ado, we introduce some of our…
Family Headliners Announced!
Just Announced! Dick & Dom’s DJ Battle, Mr Bloom & His Band and How to Train Your Dinosaur (Live Show) are all set to…
50:50 Gender Balance Pledge
STANDON CALLING SIGNS UP TO KEYCHANGE We are very proud to announce we have signed up to the Keychange pledge. Keychange is an international…
Rag’n’Bone Man is Your Friday Headliner
We are so excited to announce our first headliner for 2019 is the incredible RAG’N’BONE MAN!! As one of the most recognisable voices in music,…
Watch the 2018 Highlights Film!
The Standon Calling 2018 highlights video has arrived! See the festival by day and by night, reminisce on the good times and maybe even…
iLocker | Pre-Book Now
🔐 Make sure to take advantage of iLocker at Standon Calling 2018! Pre-book here: www.ilocker.co.uk/events/stanton-calling Or find them on The Village Green across the…
BBC Introducing acts announced
We’re so excited to announce the BBC Music Introducing Line Up for this year’s festival! Enjoy the very best in new and emerging talent with headliners Ten…
Jarvis Cocker and more added to the lineup!
Drumroll please……we have some exciting lineup additions! Jarvis Cocker, one of the most influential and groundbreaking frontmen and songwriters of his time, will hit…
Camden Town Brewery
We’re happy to share our Official festival beer of choice- Camden Town Brewery. You’ll be able to enjoy their delicious beer at bars across…
Orchard Pig Cider
We’re delighted to announce that once again we’ll be partnering with Orchard Pig cider at this year’s festival. Their lush and light cider gives us…
Wild Wellbeing Camp
NEW for 2018, Standon Calling proudly presents the Wild Wellbeing Camp. Nestled near the banks of the River Rib to achieve that all-important sense…
Kid Fiesta’s Groove Garden
Groove is in the heart! The Groove Garden has been the funk/soul/disco/house cornerstone of Standon Calling for the last ten years and has played host to some…
The Great Brain Robbery presents Tech Noir
Presenting the first of our micro-venues to be announced……… THIS IS THE FUTURE. THE YEAR IS 2018. THROUGH THE EYES OF 1984. The Great…
*NEW* Bus travel from Tuned In Travel
We are very pleased to introduce Tuned in Travel for Standon Calling 2018. Here to look after all your rail shuttle, coach and minibus…
Safer Spaces At Festivals
In 2017, Standon Calling, along with many other UK festivals, participated in the Association of Independent Festivals’ Safer Spaces At Festivals initiative. This year we…
Festival Safe
Festival Safe is a brand new safety guide for all festival-goers: from first-timers to seasoned veterans and everyone in between. Featuring information on every…
*NEW* Eco-Luxury Loowatt Toilets for 2018
This July we welcome newbies to the Standon Calling family – eco-luxury toilets from Loowatt. These premium toilet facilities are a paid-for service, with…
Thursday Line Up Revealed!
If you have a weekend ticket for Standon Calling 2018 you can arrive from Thursday 26th July!! Get the party started 🎉🎉🎉 Take advantage of…
Camplight Pre-Pitched Tents On Sale
Fancy an easy stroll into Standon Calling with your tent already set up for you? CampLight can make this dream a reality! On a mission…
Mortimer Nannies Babysitting Service Open for Bookings
A very warm welcome back to Mortimer Nannies for Standon Calling 2019! Pre-book now to leave your little ones in safe hands for a few hours…
Day Tickets Released
Limited numbers of Day Tickets are now on sale for Standon Calling 2018. Choose from Friday, Saturday or Sunday for your summer festival experience! Whether you fancy…
Family Fun this Summer
Families! Listen up! This summer Horrible Histories returns, we welcome Andy and the Odd Socks and Woodland Tribe encourage the ultimate in adventure play. …
Boutique Camping Open for Bookings
We have an incredible range of bespoke, high-quality accommodation on offer for 2018. From Tipis to Deluxe Suites, as well as a host of…
BRYAN FERRY ANNOUNCED AS SUNDAY HEADLINER
We are hugely excited to announce the Roxy Music Icon Bryan Ferry as our Sunday night headliner next summer. An indisputable icon and pioneer…
£8,455 Raised for War Child
You lot are brilliant! Across the Standon Calling 2017 weekend, you raised an amazing £8,455 for our Charity Partner War Child UK. During this…