Friday 14th – Sunday 16th August 2026

Bringingthebackofhouse,tothefrontofstage

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Welcome

Back of House is a three-day celebration of the acts of service: eating, drinking & dancing. A new festival, just an hour from London, tearing down the walls between kitchen, stage, and dancefloor — showcasing an explosive mix of visionary chefs, pioneering F&B brands, and trail-blazing musicians.

Music to dance to

Live bands, DJs, solo acts — spanning genres from sunrise to the early hours.

Food to obsess over

London's most exciting chefs, open kitchens, and culinary collaborations like nowhere else.

Drinks we've actually thought about

Curated cocktails, natural wines, sommelier picks — designed for the most seasoned palates.

The Three Acts

A festival built around the acts of service.

Eat

Showcasing some of the most exciting talent the London restaurant scene has to offer. Unique collaborations, open kitchens, one-off services, food activations, culinary parties and countless tasty treats integrated into a festival set up like never before.

Full Lineup Coming Soon

We're assembling a world-class cast of chefs, bartenders, winemakers, DJs, bands, and creators. Stay tuned.

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The Venue

Kelvedon Hall — Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, CM15 4TN

Just an hour from central London