Forest Live have announced more exciting headliners for the 2025 edition. Renowned British soul-pop artist Rag‘n’Bone Man will headline Forestry England Delamere on Thursday 15 June, before beloved pop-punk trio Busted head to Delamere Forest on Thursday 19 June, whilst iconic indie-rockers Snow Patrol will perform at Forestry England Cannock Chase on Thursday 26 June. Tickets go on sale from 9am on Friday 24 January via forestlive.com.
On Sunday 15 June 2025, trailblazing soul-pop artist Rag‘n’Bone Man will perform amongst the stunning surrounds of Forestry England Delamere. Rory Graham, best known as Rag‘n’Bone Man, rose to prominence in 2016 with his unique blend of hip-hop, traditional blues and his deep baritone singing style. He scooped two BRIT Awards the following year, before cementing his success with the record-breaking release of his four-time Platinum, UK #1 album ‘Human’. His third studio album What Do You Believe In? was released last year, entering the top 3 in the UK Album Chart. At his Forest Live fixture, fans can expect to hear hits like ‘Human’, ‘Giant’ and ‘Lovers In A Past Life’ set against a breathtaking woodland backdrop.
At Delamere, Rag’n’Bone Man will also be supported by award-winning smokey-voiced songwriter Elles Bailey and rising star Kerr Mercer.
Having powered her way to the forefront of the British Americana and roots scene over recent years, Elles Bailey has previously opened for the likes of Jools Holland, Van Morrison and Walter Trout, and has performed at Glastonbury. Her fourth studio album ‘Beneath The Neon Glow’ was released via Cooking Vinyl earlier this year, and hit number #12 in the Official Album Charts, #1 in the UK Official Blues Charts, #2 in the UK Official Americana Charts, and #3 in the UK Official Independent Charts.
Hotly-tipped young talent Kerr Mercer has quickly made a name for himself on the UK gig circuit, with his striking pop ballads, emotive lyrics and heartfelt delivery winning over a legion of dedicated fans. He has previously supported the likes of McFly, Only The Poets and The Snuts, as well as selling out his own headline tour – all before so much as releasing a single on streaming services.
Headlining Forestry England Delamere on Thursday 19 June 2025, pop-rock three piece Busted are set to delight fans with a selection of hits including ‘Year 3000’, ‘Air Hostess’ and ‘Sleeping With The Light On’. Impossible as it may seem, it’s been over twenty years since the much-loved band first bounced into the charts with the irrepressible energy of debut single ‘What I Go To School For’. The fun-filled pop-punk track kicked off a succession of hits for the trio, with further #1 smashes including ‘Crashed The Wedding’, ‘Who’s David and ‘You Said No’. 2023 saw the legendary band celebrate their 20th Anniversary with a sell-out Greatest Hits tour, before achieving a #1 album with Greatest Hits 2.0 the same year. 2024 found Busted show no signs of stopping, as the trio continued to thrill audiences across the globe, with performances at festivals in the UK, Australia, Brazil, Japan, Mexico and beyond.
Set to light up Forestry England Cannock Chase on Thursday 26 June 2025, Northern Irish indie-rock band Snow Patrol are renowned for their emotive and anthemic hits including ‘Chasing Cars’, ‘Run’, ‘Just Say Yes’ and ‘Open Your Eyes’. Formed in Dundee in 1994, the three-piece released their 5x platinum, major-label debut Final Straw in 2003, and hit track ‘Run’ saw the group catapulted to international fame. Over the course of their career, the group have earned a momentous seven Meteor Ireland Music Awards, an Ivor Novello award and been nominated for six BRIT Awards and one GRAMMY. In 2024, the band released their aptly titled UK Number One album The Forest Is The Pathto widespread acclaim.
Merging stellar performances from world-class acts with beautiful outdoor locations to create an atmosphere like no other, Forest Live 2025 will take place at four forest venues: Forestry England Cannock Chase, Delamere Forest, High Lodge, Thetford Forest and Westonbirt Arboretum.
Busted, Rag‘n’Bone Man and Snow Patrol join a selection of renowned global artists announced to perform at the event’s 2025 edition, including Blossoms, Elbow, Gary Barlow, James, McFly, Paul Heaton, Sting, and The Script.
Rag’n’Bone Man with support from Elles Bailey and Kerr Mercer
Sunday 15 June 2025: Forestry England Delamere
Busted
Thursday 19 June 2025: Forestry England Delamere
Snow Patrol
Thursday 26 June 2025: Forestry England Cannock Chase
Tickets will go on sale at 9am on Friday 24 January 2025.
Fans can sign up for information, announcements, and exclusive pre-sale access at forestlive.com.
