Soundbath 2026 Info Pack

Hello Bathers,

We’re so excited to welcome you to Soundbath 2026. Below is everything you need to know before arriving — from how to prepare to what to pack. Give it a read, and let us know if you have any questions.

Big love,
Soundbath Team

Contributions

Contributions make up a key part of Soundbath and what it means to have a community-driven party. It is these parts that truly makes Soundbath what it is. Think, what would you like to discover, or be given, from a fellow bather.

We would love to keep it open as to what you contribute. Sometimes the best things are total surprises. That said, below a few ideas if help spark the imagination.

Homemade cookies and ice-creams / dance-floor refreshments / hangover cures / toilet literature / hydration / washing up / morning after tidy.

There are also some contributions that would be much appreciated, and will no doubt help the weekend flow;

Kitchen help - serving, clearing, chopping, grilling, washing, drying etc.

Food - sides / condiments to accompany Friday’s Communcal Feast, and / or home made treats to share over the weekend.

Pack down - we will make sure this is a total vibe.

Timings

General arrival from 3pm on Thursday 16th July. If you think you can arrive early to help set up please send us a message, we’d love your support & it’ll be magic seeing the place come alive. We’ll be arriving around 9am.

Check-out 2pm Monday 20th July. We will be doing a packdown party before brunch to close it down in style, together. If you have to leave on Sunday, we’d love some packdown support before you go.

What to Bring

  • Bedding – Please bring all your own necessary bedding.

  • Under-matting (for tents) - Soften your sleep set up.

  • A comfy chair / bean bag if you can.

  • Warm layers & waterproofs, warm, comfortable clothing for Breathwork and Yoga.

  • Outdoor footwear essential. Wet weather footwear may be required.

  • Swimming clothes & towel – Quarry dips!

  • Yoga mat / blanket - some of the sessions will be in the elements and you may be lying down for up to an hour so wrap up.

  • Running gear if applicable

  • ⁠Picnic mats / pillows / sheepskins - let’s make the whole place comfy so please bring anything that will add to it.

  • Reusable water bottle & vessel / mug - yours for the weekend.

  • Cool box for your drinks / food contributions (limited fridge space in the kitchen).

  • Head torch

  • Personal essentials – nearest shop is a drive away.

  • Ear plugs - we aim to have the music at an appropriate level but some will still choose to use ear protection.

  • Eye mask

  • Power bank / battery pack

  • FANCY DRESS - This year there will be a communal fancy dress box. You don’t have to wear what you bring… We will strongly encourage all contributions to be returned.

  • Any treats you want to share with fellow bathers

Food

We’re excited to present the food programme for this year’s edition! Alongside a snacks throughout there will be:

Thursday PM - Welcome Dinner from 7pm.

Friday AM - Brunch

Friday PM - Communal Feast‍ = Central South American Theme ‍

This is our communal, bring-a-dish style feast, and something that has become engrained in the Soundbath spirit.

We have hired a fridge to house all the food for the weekend and any contributions to this feast. Please bring in stackable tuppaware or in your own coolers, along with a serving dish / bowl or tray. There is an oven and gas hobs in the kitchen, but do liaise with Chef Al on timing / use.

Saturday AM - Brunch‍ ‍

Saturday PM - Ristorante di Soundbath. When we choose to run things a little differently…

Sunday AM - Brunch

Sunday PM - Dinner

Monday AM - Brunch

NB: We will cater for vegan, vegetarian, and meat, however if there are any dietary requirements or allergies please let us know in advance.

Sweet treats, breads and bakes are a welcome food contribution for the duration too!

Site Etiquette

We want Soundbath to leave no trace, throughout the weekend & after.

A few gentle asks:

  • Recycling & Rubbish: Please separate waste using the bins provided. What we bring, we take away.

  • Fires: Please refuel and stoke the fires as they need it.

  • Respect the land & each other: This goes without saying — but be kind, be open, and look out for one another.

  • Showers & loos: There are 2 compost loos by the party barn, 1 compost loo + shower at Base camp / near camping, and 1 compost loo in the quarry as part of a shower block. Please look after these for the next Bather.

  • We would like Soundbath to be a place of safety for everyone - please be mindful of others, aware when individuals might want space or support.

Getting to Soundbath

Here is a Car Share document to help those co-ordinate lifts from around the Country. If you know you’ll be driving please consider popping your details in.

Address: What3Words ///dance.opened.juggler aka ENTRANCE A on the illustrated map. Please avoid using the main entrance to Retallack as done in previous years, which the Retallack address on google maps may take you too. This is now private. The new ENTRANCE A allows the same access and proximity to camping etc, just via a different route!

By Car: Once you're in Cornwall, follow the A30 towards Truro, then head south towards Penryn and Falmouth. For the final part of the journey, use what3words ///dance.opened.juggler for the most accurate route.

Parking: There’s on-site parking, but encourage lift-sharing wherever possible. Car parking is ~200 yards from the camping, so all very close and accessible. Backpacks are strongly encouraged, rolling suitcases best avoided.

By Train: The nearest stations are Penryn and Falmouth Town, both around 10–15 minutes away by car. There are regular direct services from London Paddington to Truro, where you can change onto the branch line to Penryn or Falmouth.

If you're travelling by train, either solo or with others, and would like to coordinate a shared taxi from the station, please add your name and arrival details to the Travel & Carpool document. We'll help connect people arriving at similar times.