Tag: Magpie’s Nest

This summer, independent arts organisation The Nest Collective’s flagship festival Magpie’s Nest is back, bringing an extraordinary lineup of folk andworld music to the beautiful nature conservation site at Cody Dock.

The Nest Collective have always felt that shows with musicians playing up close and personal, the old way – have been the most intimate and special. So they decided to create an entire festival around this: pure continuous music across multiple stages. Wander from stage to stage with music all around you as you seek out familiar sounds and discover new favourites.

This year’s instalment features their biggest lineup ever, including Kate Griffin & Matchume Zango, Ruth Lyon, Caraway, Sarah Jane Scouten, Old Spot, Craven, Siwan Catrin, Âellin, Pearl Fish, Dyarr, as well as special spoken word performances from Naomi Wood and more to be announced.

A unique outdoor festival in the heart of London.

In an age of big festivals and crowded indoor venues, Magpie’s Nest offers the simple joy of gathering together in beautiful surroundings under open skies to listen to incredible music. Cody Dock, once a derelict dock on the River Lea, has been transformed into a creative community oasis, a peaceful waterfront haven amid East London’s urban landscape.

The Nest Collective will be taking over the entire Cody Dock area for a whole day, with multiple stages across their community gardens and nature conservation site. As well as their main stage they’ll have smaller intimate, acoustic stages in the gardens and drydock, and a very special hidden stage.

Attendees have described Magpie’s Nest Festival as “a totally magical evening” and “a gorgeously curated day of thoughtful and accomplished music in a really special setting, which I have come to before and will keep coming back. Just lovely.”

Lineup

Magpie’s Nest 2026 features both renowned and rising talent in folk, traditional and world music. Including:

Kate Griffin & Matchume Zango – Kate Griffin and Mozambique multi-instrumentalist Matchume Zango are forging a new cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the universal power of traditional music.

Ruth Lyon – Ruth Lyon is a potent songwriter from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, who weaves deeply evocative narratives and powerful meditations, with an artistry that balances delicacy and strength.

Sarah Jane Scouten – Sarah Jane Scouten is a Canadian alt-country and folk revival songwriter based in Scotland. “An agile voice, ruminative songwriting, and love for classic country, indie pop, and everything in between.”

Caraway – Six-piece band fusing jazz, folk and electronica. Cinematic soundscapes, poetic lyrics, folk-tinged melodies and sultry horn lines.

Old Spot – Old Spot (Rowan Piggott & Joe Danks) burst onto the scene with a critically acclaimed debut album and a whirlwind UK tour, quickly establishing themselves as a fresh force in old-time music.

These artists, among others on the bill, reflect The Nest Collective’s commitment to showcasing diverse and extraordinary talent.

What treasures will you find at the Magpie’s Nest?

Tickets and Further Information

Tickets are on sale now. In keeping with The Nest Collective’s ethos of accessibility, tickets are being released in tiered pricing waves – early bookers can secure lower-priced tickets, and concession rates are available for those on low incomes. Given the limited capacity and intimate nature of these shows, early booking is highly recommended.

All details and tickets can be found at thenestcollective.co.uk/events/magpies-nest-festival

For further information, interview requests or press passes, please contact:
Ollie Denton • Marketing Manager • ollie@thenestcollective.co.uk

About The Nest Collective

The Nest Collective brings people together to celebrate global traditions through extraordinary music. They run beautiful gatherings throughout the year, including Campfire Club, Ceilidhs, Magpie’s Nest Festival, Fire Choir, and lots more. Founded nearly 20 years ago, they’re an independent, non-profit arts organisation, and they rely on ticket & bar income as well as a team of amazing volunteers to produce their annual programme. They embrace and encourage connection with nature, with many of their events taking place outdoors in beautiful green spaces. They welcome an ever-growing community to their events in London and Brighton.