Dear Sunrisers,
Just a few days away from Sunrise at Big Chill. With all the magic and usual sensory treats you've
come expect from sunrise, plus the fact that everyone’s got the whole Big Chill to wander about
means that this will be unlike any other festival around.
From the solar eclipse ceremony, and the Astro Heart Share, to the Ethical Fashion Show our aim
has been to make this Sunrise experience as fun as possible while still retaining our ethical nature,
(still a site wide organic food policy and still run on 100% renewable energy). Our sponsors, the
charity SolarAid, are also still with us so make sure you bring along your old mobiles, (check the
info at the bottom of the newsletter).
Make sure you and all your friends have got your tickets sorted out for the festival (check the
information below) and then come along and enjoy- we all deserve a good party!
Sunrise At The Big Chill Ticket Newsflash
As we get ever closer to Sunrise at The Big Chill, some people are still feeling a bit bemused.
They say they really want to join us there... but the deadline to swap tickets has passed. Some
even say they got refunds by mistake. Or they didn't realise what was on offer. This is especially
true for those who haven’t got – or don’t often use - email. Believe it or not, there are still such folk.
IS THIS YOU?
IS IT SOMEONE YOU KNOW?
If so... all is not lost. The 'easy swap' option is gone but there's still a way to make it happen as
long as you are QUICK!
THE OFFER CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT ON WEDNESDAY 30th JULY
But first, a very IMPORTANT announcement.
If you haven't been issued an actual BIG CHILL ticket, you can't come to Sunrise at the Big Chill.
Everyone should have received their tickets by now
If you just turn up at the gate, hoping to do a swap at the box office.. it won't happen.
No arrangement in advance... no entry.
PLEASE
If you hear anyone saying "I'm off to Sunrise at The Big Chill" ask them "Are you sorted for proper
tickets?"
Don't let them waste their time and petrol.
So... how, at this late hour, do you GET sorted?
Read on.
YOUR INSTANT GUIDE TO A HAPPY WEEKEND WITH SUNRISE
All you have to do is ‘find yourself’ in the list below.
If you…
SWAPPED YOUR TICKET TO SUNRISE FOR A SUNRISE AT THE BIG CHILL TICKET… well
done. It’s going to be a really good one. See you there.
SWAPPED YOUR TICKET TO SUNRISE FOR A TICKET TO SUNRISE 2009… nice one. We’
re nearly ready to confirm the dates and announce basic plans. You’ve saved yourself a lot of
money on next year’s price and assured your place at the sell out festival of the century.
OPTED FOR A REFUND…fair enough. Don’t forget to book early for next year though.
GOT A REFUND AND NOW WISH YOU’D SWAPPED FOR SUNRISE AT THE BIG
CHILL…Well… it isn’t too late but you can’t do a direct swap anymore. But you CAN buy
a full price Sunrise at the Big Chill ticket (£135) and then fill in a form, explaining where you got
your original ticket from. Within a couple of weeks, you’ll get £50 back
DIDN’T GET A REFUND AND NOW WANT TO GO TO THE BIG CHILL? It is too late to do a
simple swap but you CAN buy a full price Sunrise at the Big Chill ticket (£135) and then fill in a
form, explaining where you got your original ticket from. Within a couple of weeks, you’ll get your
whole £135 back (less a small admin fee)
RECEIVED A REFUND BUT WISH YOU’D SWAPPED FOR NEXT YEAR? Wait a couple of
weeks. When Sunrise 09 tickets go on sale, contact us… and we’ll take your refund money
as full payment for a Sunrise 09 ticket!
GOT A COMPLICATED STORY ABOUT SOME MATE WHO BOUGHT A TICKET FOR YOU OR
SOME SITUATION THAT LET TO A TICKET IN THE WRONG NAME OR A TICKET MIX UP OR
YOUR PARTNER LEFT YOU AND YOUR DOG ATE YOUR HOMEWORK AND NOW THE TICKET
IS IN VENEZUELA?
Buy a full price Big Chill ticket from Bristol Ticket shop.
Tell us all about it on the form. If you need to add more, there's space. We'll read it. We'll pay
attention. We'll try to be understanding. We'll refund you if it's all fair enough. And if not... you'll
have had a wonderful time anyway.
GOT LOST IN A MARTIAN MIND WARP ZONE AND STILL DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO
DO ABOUT THE TICKET YOU HAD FOR SUNRISE?
Follow these simple instructions
1) Buy a Full PRICE Sunrise at the Big Chill ticket from the Bristol Ticket Shop
2) Click in your confirmation email to receive the form.
3) Fill it in. (it's not hard)
4) Come to Sunrise at the Big Chill. Soon after you get home, you'll get a refund.
5) Smile.
BOUGHT A WORKING TICKET AND HAVEN'T CHANGED IT OVER YET?
1) Buy a Full PRICE Sunrise at the Big Chill ticket from the Bristol Ticket Shop
2) Click in your confirmation email to receive the form.
3) Fill it in. (it's not hard)
4) Come to Sunrise at the Big Chill. Soon after you get home, you'll get a refund.
5) Smile.
WERE YOU ON THE CREW FOR SUNRISE???
UNLESS you have definitely been asked to come to Sunrise at the Big Chill, you are NOT on the
crew list. But thank you for caring. And we hope to see you again soon.
REMEMBER REMEMBER REMEMBER
You CANT just come to the Big Chill and sort out anything there and then on the door. We won't be
on the door. We'll be inside. Making it happen. And we won't be able to get out to get you in. No
matter how much we love you. PLEASE Sort it before you come... or come to Sunrise 09 instead.
A number of ticketing sites are now selling Big Chill tickets at reduced prices. Please be careful
where you purchase your tickets as we cannot guarantee the validity of any tickets not purchased
through one of our ticket agents.
What to expect from the Sunrise field at the Big Chill:
Small World: Home away from home to some great acts you were due to catch at sunrise
Campaigns area: Championing a host of NGO's and charities.
Inspiral cafe: A visionary space, serving up Inspired chai and nibbles, super healthy foods and a
fine cuisine of down tempo audibles to aid your digestion.
Roots n culture: Featuring the Triban stage and cafe, Poetry slam and our exciting new Ethical
fashion show, featuring the best in independent, ethically produced fashion wear
Out Of The Ordinary: A conference in a field, with talks and workshops covering Astronomy, Earth
energies, Calendricals, megalithic sites, wonders of the world and more
Permaculture Gardens: Practical info on living in harmony with the earth, with workshops,
permaculture garden, and information sharing. Permaculture Area is a beautiful chilled out space
with a garden to relax in and inspire your senses.
Astrology and divination: Heart of the Astrological Speed meeting phenomena! a site wide
astrologically aligned game to explore every possible relationship
Some of the best Astrologers in the Uk join us to give you insights into the deeper rhythms and influences at work in your life
The Eartheart cafe stage: Serving up their famous chai and nibbles, bring with them a magical
environment in which to chill and take in the enchanting, rootsy musical menu.
Kids area: Fun for all the kids including face painting
Craft: BlackSmithing, stone carving, Pottery, Bowl carving, make butterfly wings or take part in
Recycled arts for children and adults.
Green innovations: Showcases the exciting new technologies that can revolutionise the way we
live, featuring our eco rangers, giving advice on how your can lighten up your footprint on the planet
Tipi Circle: Treading lightly on the land, celebrating nomadic and indigenous cultures, through
music and word! step into the Tipi village and step back in time, chill out, and share stories in this
magical setting featuring ceremonies, workshops and performances.
All run on 100% sustainable energy sources
Look forward to:
Music to the tune of Gypsy swing, Beatbox wizardry, traditional Breton Dance, Jump up Ska and
Reggae, bulkan bazookas, foot stomping folk and intimate fireside songbirds
Confirmed to play in the Sunrise field are:
Seize the Day
King Porter Stomp
Dragonsfly
Planetman & the internationalz
Dan Arborise
Undercover Hippy
Pink n ruby
Travelling Band
Manjinga 7
The Gentleman’s Club
Lazy Habits
Dub Fx
One Taste collective feat.
Jamie Woon
Gideon Conn
Speakers Corner Quartet
Elova
Excentral Tempest
Yamit Mamo
Daisy
The Hat
Nick Mulvey
David J
Joe Driscoll
MC Xander
Bridgette Amofah
Portico Quartet
Jono McCleery
Sweet Sweet Lies
chancery blame and the gadjo club
Perunika Trio
paul didge
Green Angels
Forcenra
Wriggles Of Nen
percefoni petticoat
The Summits - acoustic set
Nathan Ball
Masdafarai
The Wind Whistles
We are pleased to announce that Sunrise Headliners The Orb will now be playing on the BC
Castle Stage!
Other ingredients to look forward to include:
The Solar Eclipse and Astro Heart Share!
Something we’re very excited about here in the office is the partial solar eclipse, due to happen on
Fri 1st August between 9.30am and 11am. Where 1000s of people will be invited to come along to
the Sunrise central fire and take part in a solar ceremony. Sunworshippers.org will be bringing along
three Hydrogen Alpha Solar Telescopes, which can be used throughout the weekend for those
wanting to soak up a little solar energy. These telescopes pass an incredibly narrow bandwidth of
the Hydrogen (red) end of the spectrum. They are safe for educational and public use. So you can
either view the eclipse through one of the telescopes or do it the old fashioned way with some solar
spectacles, either way things will be looking bright in the Sunrise field on Friday morning, and that’s
not dependent on the weather, by the way.
According to astrologers the solar eclipse heralds the opening of hearts and the discarding of old
restrictions and the discovering of new joys, so after you’ve been to the solar ceremony come over
to the Astro Heart Share tent and sign up for a weekend of site wide speed dating with an Astro
twist.
“This, In essence, is the world’s largest “speed dating” event. Only it’s not just about dating. It’s
about making friends, networking, meeting people, discovering soul mates and deepening affinities.
Festivals are full of likeminded folk who you just know you’re going to enjoy getting to know. Here’s
a way to take a quick interaction and turn it, potentially, into a lifelong connection.” Says Jonathan
Cainer, who will be hosting the event.
Every single person who comes to The Big Chill, regardless of whether they’re a ‘Sunriser’ or not, is
invited to take part.
Festival Fever
Hope you all managed to see the Money Programme special on us called Festival Fever. If not take
a look at the link below and let us know what you think. We were delighted and the programme was
Pick of the Day in all the main newspapers that day.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00ckm41
The Ethical Fashion Show
This idea has taken off and outreached any of our expectations.
featuring:
EDUN – Organic and fair trade clothing Company founded by Bono and Ali Hewson
http://www.edunonline.com
THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE FOUNDATION - campaigns to stop child labour and deadly
pesticide use in the cotton industry. http://www.ejfoundation.com
HOWIES – Stylish Organic clothes co and ethical think tank based in Wales http://www.howies.co.uk
KATHERINE HAMNETT – A legend of the Fashion world will show some slogan t-shirts and clothes
http://www.katherinehamnett.com
AMANA – Central St Martins Graduates who produce exceptional designs ethically produced
http://www.amana-collection.com
FINISTERRE – (Observer Ethical Designers of the Year) cutting edge, technological, all terrain eco
clothing http://www.finisterreuk.com
BEYOND SKIN – vegetarian and vegan shoes now available in organic cotton
http://www.beyondskin.co.uk
PEOPLE TREE – fair trade, ecologically sound clothing helping to alleviate poverty in the worlds
most marginalised communities. http://www.peopletree.co.uk
PANTS TO POVERTY – On a mission to rid the world of bad pants this campaigning ethical
company will change the way you think about your smalls http://www.pantstopoverty.com
IZZY LANE – ethical fashion reared in Britain using wool from animals who would be sent to
slaughter in 2006/7 she saved 500 sheep http://www.izzylane.com
The Sunrise Up and Coming Designer Section will feature our very own Sunrise designers who are:
Amanda Chambers: Amanda’s label, ‘Haruka’, is named after her half Japanese son and means ‘
infinite’. Her clothes have a strong eastern influence and are made in Nepal using materials, such
as hemp and bamboo, which both require very little water or pesticides to grow. She also donates
10% of her profits to the Nepalese children’s charity P.A.D.H.A. who aim to educate children in a
culturally sensitive way in Nepal.
Jenny McCarty: Makes beautiful clothes from all the old rags we throw away. It’s amazing to see
what she can do with a frumpy, old woollen jumper. Her new range of summer designs are made
from a material which is composed of 100% recycled cotton and made in Britain. “This is a very
exciting opportunity for me, as a small business women working in Somerset. My clothes are all
designed and made by me, with the use of recycled materials”, said Jenny McCarty, who runs a
stall most Tuesdays at Glastonbury market.
Sophie Harrison: Who has been working with felt for 10 years and trained in Switzerland with a
French felt maker, designing and making pieces for large fashion houses such as, John Paul
Gaultier, Versace and Fendi. She makes unique, handmade felt clothing from natural fibres. “I like
to promote myself as an artist rather than as a fashion designer my waistcoats are all bespoke,
felted, sculptured clothing”, said Sophie
Anna Sundari: Designer of both handmade jewerley and clothes. She works with silk, hemp and
suede, and creates beautiful, natural, breathable clothing. Anna also incorporates sacred
geomentry into her designs and some of her clothes have beautiful geometric mandalas sewn onto
them. She works with natural, organic materials and vegetable dyes.
Naturals Fibre Company: Based in Wales, the NFC breeds rare sheep, like the Gotland sheep to
produce small quantities of wool which are then spun and made into natural, undyed, organic
clothes.
There will also be the “Big Chillers Vintage Sashay” for those Sunrisers who have discovered a
garment ‘of a certain age’ that is still a ravishing beauty.
We’re aiming to highlight some very important issues with the show, like slave labour, the effects of
mass produced cotton on the land, the plight of the Tibetans and the use of certain chemicals used
to produce clothes. The fashion show will take place on Saturday 2nd August in the Big Chill Nights
Tent, which is in the field next door to the Sunrise arena. You can also go and visit the designers at
their stalls in the Sunrise craft field and talk to Pants to Poverty and EJF in the Sunrise campaigns
area.
Visit SolarAid in The Sunrise Field
Recycle your mobile phones at The Big Chill and help raise funds for SolarAid projects in
Africa
Do you have unused mobile phones lying around the house? Then bring them to The Big Chill! £4
from each phone will go towards SolarAid’s projects in Zambia, bringing urgently needed energy to
some of the poorest communities.
There are about 90 million unused handsets in the UK – a figure that is increasing day by day. The
components in the handsets take centuries to break down if put in landfill, and can leak toxic
substances into the ground. So, rummage through your drawers and bring all your unwanted
phones to The Big Chill. There will be special phone recycling bins dotted around the festival and at
the SolarAid Sun Hut in the Sunrise Arena.
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We can't wait to see you all there
Big Love from the Sun and Crew
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