A weekend of perfect weather, unforgettable music, and pure community magic

SOLVA was bathed in sunshine and good vibes over the weekend as hundreds gathered for the much-anticipated Edge Festival 2025—a vibrant celebration of music, art, and togetherness that once again transformed a quiet coastal field into a bustling festival wonderland.

From start to finish, the atmosphere was electric. With clear skies, no rain, and even the local sheep keeping a respectful distance, this year’s Edge Festival was nothing short of idyllic. It was, as many festivalgoers described, “a little slice of Pembrokeshire paradise.”

Volunteers make it happen

The real stars of the show were the volunteers—scores of local legends who gave up their time and energy to hammer in tent pegs, hoist marquees, direct traffic, pour pints, pick litter, and do just about everything else that turns a field into a festival site.

Organisers took to social media with a heartfelt thank you, posting: “MASSIVE LOVE TO OUR EDGE FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS! You’ve been wrangling marquees, signposting, hammering things into the ground with mysterious confidence—and helping turn an empty field into a full-on festival playground.”

A music lineup that lit up Solva

This year’s line-up was one of the strongest Edge has seen—blending homegrown Welsh talent with festival-favourite tribute acts.

Headliners Dirty Weekend brought big energy and singalong festival classics to the stage, turning the field into a sea of dancing and light-up wings. Daft Punkz, a full band tribute to Daft Punk, delivered an unforgettable electronic set complete with visuals and LED helmets.

Fleetwood Mad filled the Sunday “legends slot” with faithful renditions of Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits, sending out the weekend with harmonies and nostalgia.

Crowds also enjoyed the rising star Megan Wyn from Anglesey, whose indie-rock vocals were met with enthusiastic cheers. Swansea-based Who’s Molly? delivered a powerful alternative rock set, while West Wales’ own Statues of Men served up gritty, introspective indie with echoes of Interpol and Radiohead.

Good Times, a disco-heavy tribute to Chic and Nile Rodgers, got everyone on their feet with funky basslines and crowd-pleasing classics.

Togetherness in every corner

Edge Festival has never been just about the music. It’s about community. Families picnicked on the grass, children played in the safe open spaces, and neighbours—new and old—shared drinks, laughter, and stories under the Pembrokeshire sky.

The festival also featured poetry readings, local art, literature sessions, and a Green Scar bar tent that buzzed with conversation throughout the weekend. Stalls offered local crafts, delicious food, and even a pop-up literature lounge.

A celebration to remember

There were no major mishaps, no rogue gazebos, and not a drop of rain. It was a rare but welcome miracle: a Welsh festival weekend with nothing but sunshine and smiles.

As tents are packed away and the last of the lights come down, one thing is clear—Edge Festival 2025 will go down as one of the most joyous and well-run community events of the year.

Here’s to the volunteers, the performers, the organisers, and everyone who came along and made it magic. Until next year, Solva!