Glamping festival is back this weekend in Knaresborough after starring in BBC's Dragons Den

What began in 2017 as a small gathering of around 100 glawning owners has now grown into a vibrant annual festival welcoming nearly 2,000 attendees, while still maintaining its relaxed, friendly and community-led atmosphere.

From Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, this year’s event will once again bring together families, campers and glamping enthusiasts for a weekend filled with live acoustic music, bands and DJs, artisan food and drink, creative workshops, forest school activities, kids’ entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to unwind in nature.

“This year’s event promises to be our most exciting yet, with new surprises planned and a fantastic line-up of music and activities,” said Glampfest co-founder Sarah Martin.

"We are proud to be a locally-rooted event that brings together families, small businesses and the wider community.”

Sarah and James Martin also own Glawning Limited, an award-winning Harrogate-based business renowned for its luxurious canvas campervan awnings.

“Glampfest grew from our Glawning business and has always been about bringing people together,” said James Martin, who featured on BBC TV’s Dragons’ Den talking about the festival.

"I was so pleased that the Dragons recognised that.

"Every year it grows but we’re proud it still feels like a weekend in a field with friends.

"This year is shaping up to be our most exciting year yet, with some surprises we can’t wait to reveal.”

The appearance on hit TV show Dragons’ Den was broadcast to millions of viewers in February.

Although none of the Dragons chose to invest, the broadcast prompted a sharp rise in engagement online for Glawning.

Each year Glampfest supports a chosen charity, and for 2026 the festival will be fundraising for Dementia Disco, a community organisation bringing music, dance and joy to people living with dementia and their families.

The cause reflects Glampfest’s ongoing commitment to community, wellbeing and the power of shared experiences.

This weekend’s Glampfest will take place at Market Flat Lane, Knaresborough.

For information and tickets, visit: https://glampfest.com/