Step silently into the night and listen as the finest musicians in the land duet with the sweet song of the nightingale.
This event has finished. Find our upcoming Singing With Nightingales events here.
Join folk singer and ‘The Nightingale’ author Sam Lee alongside special guest musicians on an unforgettable journey into nature.
Enjoy fireside food and drink, songs and stories, followed by an after-dark journey into the woods to meet the nightingale. Nestle in ear-tinglingly close range to experience a concert like no other as human and bird join in improvised duet.
While darkness falls on magnificent woodland we will partake in this singular celebration of spring – the return of life to the land – soundtracked by its most decorated singer. Quite simply, it’s a spectacular opportunity to connect with nature in a time-honoured way.
Running from 7pm through to 12:30am, this is not a typical gig, and each night is unique.
Your evening will include musical performances by the campfire, an eco-tour of the woods, and post-dinner tales of this majestic bird’s life, songs and folklore. You will be guided in a descent into nature’s realm, culminating in the now-famous finale: a silent walk into the dark without torches to hear our signature human-avian musical collaboration.
Your ticket includes a two course vegan dinner and hot and cold drinks (including wine/beer/cider) around the campfire.
The special guest musician for this date is Temesgen Zeleke.
These events are all-weather, in outdoor locations and involve walking through uneven terrain at night. This can make them poorly suited to people with limited mobility or special access needs.
Further guidance before confirming your place can be found in our FAQs.
Please get in touch with us if you have any further questions.
Overnight camping, including luxury bell tents, is available at our Sussex site – please see the ticketing section for further information.
We offer concession-rate tickets for those on low incomes on all Sunday-Thursday dates.
Are there other dates?
Singing With Nightingales runs from mid-April to late May each year, when the male birds are singing their courtship song.
For the full programme of dates please click here
What our audiences say:
“Still aglow. One of the most profound and magical nights of my life.”
“Looking up at the night stars whilst listening to the combination of beautiful human and non-human music was intoxicating. It seemed like a timeless experience.”
“The food and hospitality were wonderful, the music was spellbinding and the atmosphere was really very special indeed.”
“It showed us a new way of hearing, seeing and being. Or perhaps not a new way at all, but a very old way.”
“A holistic experience like no other. Total immersion in nature and music, in ancient Sussex woodland. It will take me a long time to process. Thank you.”
Mercury Prize-nominated folk singer, conservationist, song collector, award-winning promoter, broadcaster and activist.
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Sussex
Secret location near Lewes, Sussex. Exact location and directions will be sent to ticket holders.
This beautiful location in the East Sussex countryside has a thriving population of nightingales who make this their springtime home. The farm and its associated meadows and coppiced woodlands are a pristine wildlife environment.
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