The concept of 'glamping' – a designated field kitted out with stylish tents, chic teepees, gypsy caravans and yurts (wood lattice-framed circular huts) - is now a recognised and desirable experience. It may well have started out as a fanciful idea a few years ago but has now become part and parcel of a quality, bespoke festival.

The Big Chill has always had an innovative, softly spoken, ethical edge on its competitors; it's a notch to the belt of their success story. This year they gain brownie points by welcoming pamper campers Tangerine Fields to their roster. Tangerinefields.com

As ever the BC lineup errs on the side of quality over quantity with David Byrne taking the Sunday slot preceded by festie favs Friendly Fires, Basement Jaxx, Orbital and The Juan MacLean.

The Big Chill, Eastnor Castle Deer Park, Herefordshire – Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th August. Bigchill.net