About
Welcome to Beach Fest – The UK’s Number 1 Beach Sports & Music Festival
Beach Fest is more than just a festival. It’s a celebration of sport, live music, entertainment and unforgettable summer experiences, bringing thousands of people together on some of the UK’s most iconic beaches.
Taking place in Bournemouth and Skegness, Beach Fest combines the thrill of competitive beach sports with the electric atmosphere of a live music festival, creating a unique experience for players, spectators, families and music lovers alike.
MEET OUR
FOUNDERS
JOE
MAXWELL
A former England Beach Soccer International, Joe has a wealth of experience in Beach Sports as well as being a full-time coach for nearly 20 years!
Since finishing his player career, Joe wanted to create a large event that would help support the growth of Beach Sports and specifically Beach Soccer in the UK.
PAUL
DARKE
Paul has over 25 years experience in the small side football industry, from Futsal to 5/6 aside leagues/tournaments. He became manager of the England 6-aside National team and then eventually moved on to become Director of the England Beach National Team.
Paul has previously been a Football Scout for Southampton FC, Chelsea FC and AFC Bournemouth.
INTERESTING FACT: Paul actually scouted Joe for Southampton FC as a youth player.
MORE THAN JUST A FESTIVAL
At the heart of Beach Fest is our passion for bringing people together through sport and music.
From the action-packed UK Beach Soccer Championships to incredible live performances, DJs, beach activities and entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
At the heart of Beach Fest is our passion for bringing people together through sport and music.
From the action-packed UK Beach Soccer Championships to incredible live performances, DJs, beach activities and entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
Our ambition is simple: to create the UK’s leading beach sports and music festival experience.
We’re passionate about growing beach sports, supporting local communities, showcasing incredible musical talent and delivering events that bring people together.
Every year, we’re pushing boundaries, introducing new experiences and making Beach Fest bigger and better.
OUR VISION
TWO ICONIC LOCATIONS.
ONE UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE.
This is more than a weekend at the beach.
This is Beach Fest