In 2016, EskFest is taking place on 1st and 2nd July 2016 in the secluded valley of Eskdale. This is a small and family friendly event which gives you the chance to experience the charm of the local area and some of the region’s most exciting new bands.

The acts confirmed for Eskfest 2016 include Jeramiah Ferrari, Colt 45, Hardwicke Circus, Molly Warburton, Striding Edge, Atlas, The Truce, The Woodsmen, Paper Cranes, Mickey Jupp, Ryan Jarvis, The Roosters, with many more to be announced.

The festival also has a kids' tent, an acoustic stage, a beer tent, local foods to try and an open-air ceilidh.