Why is it so hard to believe in a world without cars?
Why is it so hard for society to move away from its love affair with cars? Perhaps we need to focus not so much on the aspirations of those who believe in a green and pleasant land but on the...
Speaker(s): Anzir Boodoo, Josh Grantham, Sarah RoweLiving within the Doughnut: Business and social purpose
Doughnut Economics is being globally adopted by governments and communities. Chaired by Rebecca Harvey (editor of Co-operative News), hear from DEAL'S Enrich Sahan about the latest tool for...
Speaker(s): David AlcockDo you believe the hype? Culture, society, politics and God in an AI world
A distinguished panel of experts across different fields take a cool and critical look at some of the more dystopian prophecies regarding the arrival of AI into our everyday lives. They will help us...
Speaker(s): Beth SinglerGreenbelt Act of Communion 2023
THANKS, LOVE AND GIFT What is Greenbelt's gift to the world? What do we as a community want to give away? We're not just talking about money here, but hope, beauty, vision for the life of the...
Fifty-Thirty: Greenbelt and Christian Aid
A guest blog from our longterm main partner, Christian Aid. As we get ready to celebrate Greenbelt's 50th anniversary, this year's festival also marks another major milestone — 30 years of...
The Jamaican Bible Remix (JBR) Audio Walk Curated by Robert Beckford a
ALL WEEKEND Between 10am and 6pm (11am on Sun) Starting at The Shelter The Jamaican Bible Remix (JBR) Audio Walk Curated by Robert Beckford and Tony Bean 5am records Theologian Robert Beckford and...
OUT@Greenbelt
Greenbelt is proud to be an LGBTQ+ affirming space, and OUT is our volunteer team who help the queer community and our allies get the most out of the festival. You'll find us on our stand on the...
Sunshine on a Fallen Tree presented by Pif Paf
Sunshine on a Fallen Tree is an immersive sound and light sculpture, made from locally sourced Ash trees felled due to Ash dieback, traditionally steam bent and set with re-usable innovative...
Anton Mackman
Anton, over the span of three decades, has captivated global audiences with his extraordinary fusion of awe-inspiring juggling prowess and humor. Seamlessly blending classic clowning and slapstick...
HeartEdge
If you're searching for ways to revitalise your church, or you're simply curious about HeartEdge, join us in The Exchange to be part of the dialogue, join our workshops and experience our vision of...
The Bubble Show presented by The Highland Joker
Join Mr Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! Enjoy bouncy bubbles, bubbles inside...
David Shepherd
Curious about the heavens? Join amateur astronomer David Shepherd under the night sky, Greenbelt's biggest venue, on The Lawn for Stargazing. Clouds permitting. Dress warmly. Binoculars are a plus,...
Gemma Barnett
Gemma Barnett is an award-winning poet, actor and writer. Her piece ‘The Front Desk' won the ‘Poetry for Good' prize and was featured on BBC Woman's Hour. The Front Desk was dedicated to...
El Baldiniho
El Baldiniho is a comedy and magic act , as seen on Britain's Got Talent ( where he got 4 yeses!) His puns , props and silly jokes always hit the funny spot with young and old(er) alike and his...
Barbara
Barbara is a London based performer having worked for the past 13 years as a professional Drag Queen. She's known for her hosting and roasting comedy skills followed up by rousing crowd numbers and...