Vanlife Eats
SOLD OUT 5 YEARS IN A ROW

Vanlife Eats
Big Picnic 2026

The UK's favourite vanlife food festival. 3 delicious days, 3 unforgettable nights, camping under the stars on a charming Hampshire farm.

28–30 August 2026
Dummer Down Farm, Basingstoke, Hampshire
3 nights camping included
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5
years running
3
days & nights
100%
immersive
100%
vanlife vibes

“Ask around... sold out 5 years in a row and everyone has loved their experience at Vanlife Eats. As we grow, the event just keeps getting better and better!”

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Chef Mark
Founder, Vanlife Eats

Watch highlights from previous years

Included in your ticket

There is so much included

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Cooking Demos

Interactive demos from Chef Mark and guest cooks. Watch van cooking in action and pick up techniques you can use on the road.

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Health & Wellbeing

Yoga, breathwork, self-defence and more. Because you are what you eat — and how you move.

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Vanlife Workshops

Van build talks, adventure stories, practical advice on converting and living in a van. Something for everyone.

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Van Bake Off

The UK's only baking competition held entirely in campervan kitchens. Enter your bake, win the glory, share the results.

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Family Activities

Fun for all ages and furry co-pilots welcome. Plenty to keep the whole family busy across all three days.

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Live Bands & DJs

Carefully selected live entertainment every night. We actively promote vanlifer musicians — if you play, get in touch.

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Dog Show & Agility

Managed agility course, pet show and beautiful Hampshire countryside to roam. Dogs absolutely welcome.

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The Big Picnic

The largest vanlife picnic in history. Bring a blanket, bring food, gather together for a shared feast with live music.

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Bushcraft & Survival

Foraging, bushcrafting, stargazing and campfire carving in the rolling Hampshire hills. Adults and kids alike.

Plus so much more!

Trader market, stargazing, community meetups, and surprises we're still planning.

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⭐ New for 2026

Vanlife Pet Fest 🐾

A festival within a festival — dedicated entirely to your furry co-pilots. Because your dog deserves a great weekend too.

🎪Pet entertainment & activities
💧Splash play area
🏥Pet health & wellbeing
💡Owner help & advice
🏆The Dog Show
📸Pet podium photo opportunity
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🐶Dogs are very welcome at the Big Picnic — Vanlife Pet Fest is included in all tickets🐾
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Tickets are available now

This event sells out every single year. Don't be the person who misses out. Campervan pitches, tent pitches and day passes all available.

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Only purchase via vanlifeeats.com or tickettailor.com — beware of fake ticket scams.

Vanlife Eats Big Picnic 2026 — Proud to be sponsored by Outwell, BlueFix, Dr Bronner's, Roamer and Vanology Conversions
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Practical info

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Campervan pitches
Approx 8m × 5m. Options near the action or further away for a quieter night. No pre-allocation — arrive with friends to park together.
Tent pitches
You don't need a van to attend. Tent pitches available with room to park alongside your tent.
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On foot / day passes
Full access both days. Stay nearby or commute in — you're welcome without camping.
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Water & facilities
Fresh drinking water at two locations. Portable toilets throughout. Elsan point for van toilet emptying. No showers.
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No hookups
Private farmland — no electrical hookups for campervan pitches. Event attractions have power.
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Family area
Dedicated family camping area for a more peaceful nights sleep away from the main entertainment.
FAQ

Questions answered

Want to trade at Vanlife Eats 2026?

We hand-pick our traders and food vendors. If you have something brilliant to offer the vanlife community, get in touch.

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28–30 August 2026

Dummer Down Farm, Basingstoke, Hampshire

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