Festival Season Kickoff: Why Tunes in the Castle Will Rule Your May Bank Holiday, and How to WIN Tickets!
By Stephanie Darkes
Festival lovers! Tunes in the Castle is back and bigger than ever for 2025, turning the magical grounds of Powderham Castle into a music-filled medieval playground this May Bank Holiday weekend.
The Lineup
This year’s festival promises to be unmissable, with chart-topping headliners McFly, Dizzee Rascal, and Blossoms taking to the castle’s grand outdoor stage over the weekend.
The full lineup features over 40 incredible acts, including:
- Scouting for Girls
- Pixie Lott
- Chris Moyles
- The Wanted
- Royston Club
- Sugarhill Gang
- Maximo Park
- Jo Whiley
- Ellie Sax
- Oh My God! It’s The Church
- Norman Jay
- Chainska Brassika
…and many more spanning genres from pop and indie to funk and dance music.
More Than Just Music
Tunes in the Castle is special because it offers much more than just the music. The festival transforms Powderham Castle’s historic grounds into an immersive medieval playground with activities for festival-goers of all ages.
Don’t miss the Medieval Jousting Shows featuring live-action battle reenactments and costumed knights. Or perhaps you’d prefer to start your day with Morning Yoga overlooking the castle grounds before diving into the festival atmosphere.
Other magical experiences include:
- Silent Discos under the stars
- Feasting Halls to embrace your inner medieval royalty
- An Archery Range for channelling your inner Robin Hood
- Jester School, where kids (and curious adults!) can learn tricks and tumbles
All of these unique activities take place against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Devon’s most iconic heritage sites, creating a festival experience unlike any other in the South West.
Ticket Information
Final release tickets for Tunes in the Castle 2025 are on sale now, and they’re selling fast!
The festival runs from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th May 2025, making it the perfect Bank Holiday weekend getaway.
Win Tickets!
Final Thoughts
Grab your tickets, pack your wellies (because, let’s face it, this is England!) and prepare for a weekend where music meets magic at the magnificent Powderham Castle.
Tunes in the Castle is part of Tunes Festivals, organising unique live music festivals across the South West with brilliant headline acts, beautiful locations, and fun-filled camping and activities.
Tags: Devon, Exeter, family, festival