REBECCA FERGUSON, Craig Charles, DJ Fat Tony and Catrin Finch are among the names confirmed for this year’s Big Retreat Festival in Pembrokeshire.

The four-day event will return to Lawrenny, in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, from Friday, May 22 to Monday, May 25, bringing together live music, wellbeing, food, talks and outdoor experiences.

Organisers say the 2026 festival will feature more than 300 experiences designed to help visitors relax, recharge and reconnect, combining the atmosphere of a boutique music festival with the restorative feel of a wellness retreat.

Leading the announced line-up is chart-topping singer-songwriter Rebecca Ferguson, alongside BBC 6 Music favourite Craig Charles, blues guitarist Jack Broadbent, and DJ Fat Tony.

Festival-goers can also expect performances from harpist Catrin Finch, Rick Parfitt Jnr’s Big Rock Show, and Women In Rock, an all-female collective celebrating some of the biggest rock anthems.

Emerging artists including Chloëbeth and DJ Ladyshift are also set to appear across the weekend.

Wellbeing and culture

Beyond the music stages, The Big Retreat will once again host a broad programme of speakers, instructors and experts.

Highlights include wellness expert and author Jules Von Hep, dance psychologist Dr Peter Lovatt, chef and broadcaster Tonia Buxton, and fertility expert Professor Joyce Harper.

The festival, set against the riverside landscape of Lawrenny, has become known for its mix of live music, yoga, wild swimming, creative workshops, talks, food experiences and family-friendly activities.

Organisers describe the event as one of the UK’s most uplifting and immersive festivals, offering visitors the chance to enjoy a long weekend of music, movement and wellbeing in one of Wales’ most scenic locations.

The full line-up, including acts, instructors and speakers, is available on The Big Retreat Festival website.

Tickets are on sale now.

A HIGH-ENERGY family wrestling show is set to bring thrills, spills and plenty of crowd-pleasing action to Milford Haven next month.

From Trecco Bay to Baglan, and from Cwmbran to Milford Haven, the Superstars of Welsh Wrestling are back on the road and preparing to rumble once again.

The popular live entertainment show will arrive at the Torch Theatre for a one-night extravaganza on Sunday, May 17, promising body slams, larger-than-life characters and fast-paced action for all ages.

Since being established in 2005, Welsh Wrestling has built a reputation as the leading wrestling promotion in Wales, staging shows in theatres and venues across the country. Each year, the company performs in front of thousands of fans, offering an action-packed night out aimed at families and wrestling supporters alike.

Audience members can expect an afternoon of glamour, chaos and athletic spectacle, with organisers promising a memorable experience that will have children and adults alike cheering on their favourite stars.

Welsh Wrestling has received glowing praise from fans on its Facebook page, with one audience member saying: “What a fantastic night. My two grandsons loved every minute of the show. A great show designed with families in mind. I will highly recommend this to all friends and family. Thanks for a great evening!”

The Superstars of Welsh Wrestling will appear live at the Torch Theatre, Milford Haven, on Sunday, May 17 at 4:00pm.

Tickets cost £15 for adults and £12 for children. For bookings, call the Box Office on 01646 695267 or visit torchtheatre.co.uk.

AS ONE of the most influential artists of her generation, Billie Eilish has reshaped the landscape of global pop stardom with her distinctive sound and visual style.

Now, audiences are being offered a rare behind-the-scenes perspective as Mwldan in Cardigan prepares to screen Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft from May 8.

Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Cameron and filmed during Eilish’s sold-out world tour, the production goes beyond a conventional concert film. Instead, it promises an immersive cinematic experience, combining live performance with a deeper look at the artist’s creative world.

Cameron’s use of cutting-edge, high-frame-rate technology is expected to deliver a visually striking presentation, capturing both the scale of the live shows and the more intimate moments behind the scenes.

Tickets are priced at £15 and are available via the Mwldan website or by contacting the box office between 12pm and 8pm, Tuesday to Sunday, on 01239 621200.