Four UNIQUE days of music, science and cosmic culture
21-24 july 2022
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THE BLUEDOT EXPERIENCE
BEST MEDIUM FESTIVAL
– UK FESTIVAL AWARDS 2019 –
AN ENDEARING, UNIQUE MIX OF PEOPLE AND THEIR PASSIONS ★★★★
– THE GUARDIAN –
HIGHLIGHTS
Video
Watch highlights of John Grant from bluedot 2019
Enjoy ‘Pale Green Ghosts’ and ‘Grey Tickles, Black Pressure’ from his set live from bluedot 2019, be…
2017
Alt-J’s classic bluedot headline set from 2017
We welcomed alt-J to close bluedot 2017 with a spellbinding performance and an insane, intergal…
Video
Unkle – Live at bluedot 2018
An extraordinary headline appearance from James Lavelle and co. Watch it back in full now.
Cosmic Culture
bluedoc: Iluminos
We celebrate 50 years to the day since the Moon Landing at bluedot 2019. We’ve invited telescope pro…
2019
2019: Sunday Highlights
The phenomenal final day on our bluedot 2019 exploration with an extraordinary closing set from New…
Science
Jim Al-Khalili: Sunfall
Renowned theoretical physicist, broadcaster and author Professor Jim Al-Khalili explored the cutting…
Science
Tamsin Edwards
Tamsin Edwards tells the real story of climate science in her captivating ‘Polar Thinking’ DotTalk a…
2019
Jon Hopkins [Highlights]
Transport back to Jon Hopkins spectacular live set with a snippet from bluedot 2019.
Video
Interview: Libby Jackson
Discover what UK Space Agency’s Libby Jackson would send into space, her feelings about the Apollo 1…
Video
James Burke & Dallas Campbell: The Voyager
Author & TV presenter Dallas Campbell joined us in conversation with British broadcaster James Burke…
Science
James Burke & Dallas Campbell: Moon Landings
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo XI, author & TV presenter Dallas Campbell joined us in c…
Music
Daniel Miller [DJ Set]
A stellar mix of techno from Daniel Miller, the brain behind Mute Records, soundtracked our Orbit St…
Science
Sally Cooper: Spinder: A Dating App for Pulsars
Pulsar hunter Sally Cooper took our bluedot audience on a tour of the Galaxy and to see what starry…
Science
‘MegaStructure’ by Marcus Lyall
Drawing inspiration from this hypothesized alien architecture, Marcus Lyall’s new work – MegaS…
Cosmic Culture
‘Hidden In Plain Sight’ by Addie Wagenknecht
Discover the process and inspiration behind Addie Wagenknecht’s ‘Hidden In Plain Sight’ telesco…
2017
bluedoc: Daito Manabe – COSMOS Residency [Part 1]
Renowned Japanese artist Daito Manabe delivered a unique projection-mapped artwork at bluedot 2017.…
2017
bluedoc: Daito Manabe – COSMOS Residency [Part 2]
In 2017, our intergalactic festival of discovery saw renowned Japanese artist Daito Manabe deliver a…
2016
bluedoc: Brian Eno Telescope Installation
The legendary British music pioneer developed a new piece of work, specifically for bluedot 2016, in…
BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION
CAMP IN STYLE…
Explore boutique accommodation including luxury airstreams, stunning geodomes, cosy bell tents and more.
12 Foot Yurt
2 / 3 Berths
With 3.5 foot high wooden lockable door and 6.5ft internal height.
Baby Yurt
2 Berths
Complete with fitted event carpet and cosy Spanish rugs.
The Bubble Bell
2 / 4 Berths
Tastefully decorated with a coat stand, hangers and mirror
Comfy Vintent
2 / 4 / 6 Berths
New for 2022! The Comfy Vintent is full of homely touches.
Classic Vintent
2 / 4 / 6 Berths
New for 2022! The Classic Package is for those who want that extra…
Bukuu Teardrop
2 / 4 Berths
New for bluedot 2022! Stunning, elegant and unique teardrop shaped pods that hang…
Accessible – Luxury Bell
2 / 4 Berths
This option is only available to guests that have booked to stay in…
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Luxury Touareg
2 / 4 / 6 Berths
Beautifully dressed with all the comforts that you need to enjoy your stay…
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Lotus Belle
2 / 3 Berths
A stunning combination of creative design, spacious interiors and luxury furnishings.
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Standard Bell
2 / 4 / 6 Berths
The Bellepad is a brightly coloured strong canvas bell tent available in 3…
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Royal Indian Shikar
2 / 4 Berths
Royal Indian Shikar Tents are hand-made from the finest sailing-grade canvas and originally…
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Ridge Tent
8 Berths
The Ridge Tent or Party Tent as it could be known is fit…
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Mini Bedouin
2 Berths
The Mini Bedouin Tent is filled with everything you need for that comfortable…
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Luxury Podpad
2 Berths
The Luxury Podpad includes all the basic comforts of the Podpad, but with…
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Luxury Octopad
4 Berths
The Octopad offers all the advantages of all the Podpads collection combining sleeping…
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Luxury Bunkpad
4 Berths
The Luxury Bunkpad is set up perfectly for four friends to enjoy for…
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Luxury Bell
2 / 4 Berths
Spacious sandstone 5m bell tents are beautifully dressed with all the comforts that…
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Luxury Bedouin
2 / 4 Berths
These impressive Arabian tents feel like a Sultan’s lair. They are filled with…
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Luxpad
2 Berths
The Luxpad is a larger, supercharged Podpad with more amenities for you to enjoy. All…
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Lotus
2 Berths
The cosy Lotus Tent is perfect for couples joining us to discover the bluedot…
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Geodome
4 Berths
Sleep beneath the shadow of the mighty Lovell Telescope in a cosy pre-pitched canvas Geodo…
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Classic Podpad
2 Berths
The Podpad is a cute, cosy, decorated wooden house with a solid floor…
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Classic Bell
2 / 4 Berths
Take things up a notch and treat yourself to the Classic Bell Tent.
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Airstream
4 / 5 Berths
Treat yourselves and experience bluedot in style with one of our luxury Airstreams….
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ACCESSIBLE BEDOUIN
2 / 4 Berths
This option is only available to guests that have booked to stay in…
ELEVATE
WELLNESS VILLAGE AT BLUEDOT
Take some time out from exploring the bluedot universe and realign your planets at Elevate. Discover a tranquil area of serenity just off of the Arboretum, away from the cosmos. Rejuvenate with a massage or refresh yourself with yoga in the wondrous surroundings in the grounds of Jodrell Bank.