NucleusFEST
Sat 22 Aug · 12:00
Nucleus Winery At Fort Borstal
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NucleusFEST, a music festival, will be held at Nucleus Winery in Rochester on 22 August 2026 from 12:00 until late. The event features Artful Dodger as headliner, alongside Living Joy PA and other DJs.
NucleusFest at Fort Borstal
Step inside one of Kent's most extraordinary hidden gems for a day where history meets house music. Fort Borstal, a remarkable Victorian fortification built by convict labour in 1875 to guard the high ground above Rochester, throws open its gates for NucleusFest, brought to you by Nucleus Winery in a celebration of soul, house and dance music set against 50 acres of historic grounds, underground tunnels and Napoleonic pathways.
Grounds open from midday, giving you time to explore this incredible scheduled monument before the music takes over. From 3pm, the sounds begin, headlined by the legendary Artful Dodger, with a very special personal appearance from Living Joy. Keeping the dancefloor moving all day is a stellar lineup of DJs: Tenacious | Odyssey Inc | Jenny Bean | Dan Daly | DJ Dean Lambert | Mr & Mrs House.
Room Two is home to Kent Soul Nights, curated by the brilliant DJ Addil, a soulful sanctuary for those who like it deep and smooth.
Nucleus Winery comes to Fort Borstal. A festival unlike any other. A venue unlike any other. See you at the fort.
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NucleusFEST takes place on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 12:00.
NucleusFEST is held at Nucleus Winery At Fort Borstal in Rochester (Fort Borstal, Rochester, ME1 3NN).
Tickets for NucleusFEST can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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NucleusFEST, a music festival, will be held at Nucleus Winery in Rochester on 22 August 2026 from 12:00 until late. The event features Artful Dodger as headliner, alongside Living Joy PA and other DJs.
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NucleusFest at Fort Borstal
Step inside one of Kent's most extraordinary hidden gems for a day where history meets house music. Fort Borstal, a remarkable Victorian fortification built by convict labour in 1875 to guard the high ground above Rochester, throws open its gates for NucleusFest, brought to you by Nucleus Winery in a celebration of soul, house and dance music set against 50 acres of historic grounds, underground tunnels and Napoleonic pathways.
Grounds open from midday, giving you time to explore this incredible scheduled monument before the music takes over. From 3pm, the sounds begin, headlined by the legendary Artful Dodger, with a very special personal appearance from Living Joy. Keeping the dancefloor moving all day is a stellar lineup of DJs: Tenacious | Odyssey Inc | Jenny Bean | Dan Daly | DJ Dean Lambert | Mr & Mrs House.
Room Two is home to Kent Soul Nights, curated by the brilliant DJ Addil, a soulful sanctuary for those who like it deep and smooth.
Nucleus Winery comes to Fort Borstal. A festival unlike any other. A venue unlike any other. See you at the fort.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is NucleusFEST?
NucleusFEST takes place on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 12:00.
Where is NucleusFEST taking place?
NucleusFEST is held at Nucleus Winery At Fort Borstal in Rochester (Fort Borstal, Rochester, ME1 3NN).
How do I get tickets for NucleusFEST?
Tickets for NucleusFEST can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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