Camp Bestival has announced its 2018 comedy line-up. Sean Lock, Dave Johns and Andrew Maxwell join Simple Minds, Rick Astley & Clean Bandit, with DJs and live acts Sara Cox, Shed Seven, Tokio Myers, Declan McKenna nd many, many more at Lulworth Castle this July.

Festival head honcho Rob da Bank said: “We’ve got some very special comedians joining Camp Bestival’s voyage of merriment this year. Sean Lock has been someone we’ve wanted to bring onboard for ages, he’s ridiculously funny and you never know you might have spoken to him on Net Mums. Dave Johns is a Geordie delight and Andrew Maxwell is one of our all-time favourites, so it’s gonna be a rip-roarer on Sunday in the Big Top. But don’t forget, there’s plenty of laughs and loads of fun for everyone all around Lulworth Castle all weekend long, so do come along and explore."

Sean Lock said: “Really looking forward to Camp Bestival - I’ve bought some GPS tags for the kids and can’t wait for two days of peace, whilst they run around a huge field trying not to get in trouble.”

Comedy veteran Dave Johns is one of the best loved comedians working on the British comedy circuit, Dave has honed his comedy chops in comedy clubs and festivals worldwide for nearly three decades. A regular face on TV shows including 8 Out of 10 Cats, Alan Davies As Yet Untitled and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Dave has also found fame for his lead role in Ken Loach’s I, Daniel Blake and will be returning to the big screen this year starring in Walk Like a Panther.

Commenting on his comedy turn at Camp Bestival, Dave Johns said: “I absolutely love Camp Bestival and my kids are over the moon that we’re heading back this year. Is there a better way to spend your end of July than lording it up next to a castle on the Jurassic Coast! I think not!”

And making his triumphant return to Lulworth Castle, Andrew Maxwell is compering the whole Sunday afternoon shebang. Opinionated, obstreperous and original, Andrew is one of the greats of modern stand-up who can do silly or serious, but he’s always guaranteed to be hilarious.

In anticipation of his return to Camp Bestival, Andrew Maxwell said: “I’ll be bringing the kids as always. It’s definitely one of the highlights of their year (and mine!)” 

Camp Bestival 2018 will take place on July 26th - 29th. Keep checking www.campbestival.net and our Facebook and Twitter for all the latest info.