Yoga! Shopping! Talks! DJs! How the Happy Place Festivals come to life

Yoga! Shopping! Talks! DJs! How the Happy Place Festivals come to life

Author: Fearne Cotton June 11, 2026 Duration: 38:47

Are you coming to one of the Happy Place Festivals this year? We hope so! Have you been before and wondered how it all comes together? Maybe you’re unsure about coming and want to know what the vibe’s like...


Fearne’s joined by Team Happy Place’s Nicky Darling – she heads up all the live events – to get the behind the scenes goss on what it takes to make sure you have a gorgeous time at the festivals.

 

They chat about –


-Why it takes a whole year to plan the festivals


-Making sure there’s something for everyone, including yoga, breathwork, arts and crafts, shopping, book signings, live poetry, and DJs


-How your feedback changes future festivals


-Learning the hard way that more toilets and food trucks are needed


-The new area for 2026: The Happy Hub, where there’ll be hula-hooping, line dancing, and a silent disco


-Who’ll be doing brilliant talks on stage this year


-What happens when the weather doesn’t play ball


-Fearne’s mum living for the festivals’ logistical dramas


-Encouraging more men to come along – there’s loads for you too guys!


-The naughtiest things people have been found doing at the festivals


-The joy of surprising someone with the title of Happy Place Hero

 

In 2026 the Happy Place Festival will be at Old Deer Park in London on the 11th and 12th of July, and Tatton Park in Cheshire on the 5th and 6th of September.


Get your tickets now!

 


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In a world that often feels loud and demanding, Happy Place offers a different kind of conversation. Here, Fearne Cotton sits down with a wide range of fascinating people-from artists and athletes to experts and everyday heroes-to explore the nuanced realities of human experience. These discussions gently peel back the layers on topics like mental resilience, physical well-being, cultural shifts, and the complexities of our relationships, moving far beyond simple soundbites. The core of this podcast lies in its authentic curiosity about how individuals navigate life's inevitable highs and lows. Rather than prescribing a single path to joy, each episode uncovers personal definitions of contentment and peace, often found in unexpected moments or hard-won perspectives. Listening feels like being part of a thoughtful, intimate dialogue where vulnerability is welcomed and stories are shared without pretense. Whether the conversation touches on overcoming loss, finding creative inspiration, or building a healthier society, Fearne guides it with empathy and a genuine desire to understand. This collection of interviews provides a quiet space for reflection, reminding us that happiness is not a constant state but a deeply personal and evolving journey. Tune in for a sincere exploration of what it means to live fully across all facets of life.
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