Lore of the Sky Fest
A Festival Like No Other
We are happy to announce Lore of the Sky festival hosted by Lore of the Sky with a helping hand from Lore of the Land.
Running from Wednesday 29th July to Sunday 2nd August, Lore of the Sky Fest transforms the hilltop airfield into a vibrant social hub – where the drama of aviation meets the warmth of hospitality. Expect a laid-back yet refined atmosphere, with food, drinks, and entertainment running throughout the week, especially into the evenings.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in a setting that’s uniquely Dorset: open skies, rolling countryside, and the occasional plane passing overhead – adding a dynamic backdrop to every drink, dish, and conversation.
Daily Delights at Lore of the Sky Fest
Experiences
What to Expect
A Sky-High Setting
Perched high above the Cranborne Chase landscape, we take full advantage of our location. Expect uninterrupted views, golden-hour sunsets, and the thrill of aircraft movements throughout the day. Daytimes activities can include, the morning reset – rise with us, centering yourself with some guided movement followed by a sauna session in the Wellness Paddock (The Steamy Pheasant) with plunge pool. Some activities are bookable on the day or in advance. Bookable
Activities for the whole family like face painting, lawn games, treasure hunts and hangar tours. Afternoons, sit back and enjoy watching the skies as aircraft, including Aero Legends vintage Spitfires, dance over head.
Our advanced tickets and deals are on sale now until 1st July 2026! Be quick to get the best price. Our final ticket sales will be released after and a limited number available on the gate on the day – BUT NO GUARANTEES!
Food & Drink at the Core
Food & Drink at our Core
Lore of the Sky is known for its bold, smokehouse-inspired cooking. Guests can enjoy a range of food and drink offerings across the week- from casual bites outside to more curated dining experiences!
With a helping hand from Lore of the Land
Highlights
Special Events: The LORE OF THE LAND Dinner Club
A standout highlight is the Lore of the Land Dinner Club on Saturday 1st August – an intimate, ticketed experience in collaboration with the Lore of the Land team. See social media and sign up for our Newsletter for exclusive related prizes.
Guests can expect:
- A four-course seated dinner
- Carefully paired wines for each course
- An exclusive menu created by the team at Lore of the Land (more details to follow)
- Tickets HERE
Fest Day to Night
Day & Night
- Dates: 29th July – 2nd August 2026 (Wed – Fri daytime ticket offers are available)
- Location: Compton Abbas Airfield
- Format: Open daily with extended evening hours
- Highlights
- Open Air Cinema
- Pop Up Comedy Night
- Live Music Friday
- Dinner Club (1st August – ticketed, limited capacity)
- Wellness Paddock & Family Chill-out Zone
- Flight Experiences
- Hangar Tours and Photo Ops
- Talk with Pilots
- Family Activities & Games
- Vendors
Evening Entertainment
As the sun sets, the atmosphere shifts. Think Open Air Cinema, Pop up Comedy Shop, Live Music from What the Punk and live Fire Pit cooking-demos. With an exclusive DINNER CLUB from Lore of the Land on Saturday Night and tall tales from a Spitfire Pilot!
