Maid of Stone Lineup 2026: Saxon, The Temperance Movement, The Wildhearts, and More Locked In for July 17-19 Rock Bash
The UK’s premier rock haven is loading up for another scorcher: Maid of Stone Festival has unveiled its stacked 2026 lineup, headlined by heavy metal titans Saxon (Saturday, July 18) and blues-rock firebrands The Temperance Movement (Friday, July 17), with The Wildhearts closing Sunday, July 19. Returning to the idyllic Mote Park in Maidstone, Kent, from July 17-19, 2026, the three-day, two-stage event (5,000 capacity) blends classic thunder with fresh fury, including Danko Jones, The New Roses, Tailgunner, A Thousand Horses, FM, Cobra Spell, Häxan, Morganway, Cassidy Paris, Kit Trigg, and Silveroller. Early bird tickets sold out in record time post-2025’s triumph (Black Stone Cherry, Ugly Kid Joe), but weekend passes, under-16s free) are live now via Skiddle and the official site—camping, glamping, and campervans available for the full rock immersion. With no stage clashes, affordable perks (BYO alcohol, free parking, Planet Rock signings), and a “fan-first ethos” (organizers), Maid of Stone 2026 is the intimate antidote to bloated fests—pure rock, zero filler.
From Saxon’s NWOBHM grit to The Wildhearts’ chaotic anthems, here’s the full Maid of Stone lineup 2026 breakdown, ticket intel, and why this Kent gem is rock’s best-kept secret before it sells out again.
Maid of Stone Lineup 2026: Headliners and Must-Sees Breakdown
Maid of Stone’s 2026 bill is a masterclass in rock diversity—NWOBHM legends, blues revivalists, and international shredders across two stages, no overlaps. Headliners set the tone: Saxon‘s Saturday fury (Yorkshire metal since 1977, 15M+ sold), The Temperance Movement‘s Friday soul (Phil Campbell’s blues-rock since 2011), and The Wildhearts‘ Sunday unpredictability (Danny McNamee’s punk-metal since 1991). The undercard adds global flavor: Germany’s The New Roses (southern rock with a Euro twist), Spain’s Cobra Spell (occult metal), Australia’s Cassidy Paris (glam sleaze), and UK’s Tailgunner (NWOBHM revival).
Full confirmed Maid of Stone lineup 2026:
| Day | Headliner | Key Acts |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 17 | The Temperance Movement | A Thousand Horses (US country-rock), FM (UK AOR vets), Häxan (UK stoner doom) |
| Sat, Jul 18 | Saxon | Danko Jones (Canada riff lords), The New Roses (Germany southern swagger), Tailgunner (UK metal revival), Cobra Spell (Spain occult), Morganway (UK roots-rock) |
| Sun, Jul 19 | The Wildhearts | Cassidy Paris (Australia glam), Kit Trigg (UK blues), Silveroller (UK hard rock) |
More acts TBA—expect mid-afternoon surprises blending “classic and new rock” (fest ethos). As Metal Planet Music raves, “Saxon headlining Maid of Stone? A heavy metal dream—Kent’s getting crushed.”
Maid of Stone 2026 Tickets: Sold-Out Buzz and How to Score Access
Early birds vanished post-2025’s sell-out . Payment plans available (no interest). Capacity: 5,000 for that “relaxed, easy-to-navigate” vibe (fest site). X frenzy: “Maid of Stone 2026 lineup? Saxon + Wildhearts? My wallet’s ready—Kent in July!” (15K+ posts).
Pro tips: Sign up for the newsletter for pre-sale alerts on extras; carpool for free parking (unlimited). 2025’s “outstanding facilities close together” (fest site) mean zero hassle—beer/food competitively priced, BYO welcome.
Why Maid of Stone Festival 2026 Is Rock’s Ultimate Summer Escape
Since 2022, Maid of Stone has recaptured Monsters of Rock’s intimate spirit at Mote Park’s lakeside beauty—three days of “electrifying hard rock, blues-rock, southern-rock & heavy metal” with no clashes, family-friendly perks, and a “welcoming community”. 2025’s triumph (Ugly Kid Joe, The Raven Age) drew 5,000; 2026 amps with Saxon’s “ferocious riffs” and The Wildhearts’ “unpredictable enjoyment”. Visit Maidstone calls it “a new social venue in Kent’s heart”—add Planet Rock signings, covered wellbeing area, and Friday pre-party for the full package.
Your must-see act? Thrash below—let’s stone the maid.
FAQs: Maid of Stone Lineup 2026 Essentials
When/Where is Maid of Stone 2026? July 17-19, 2026, Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent—three days, two stages, 5,000 cap.
Maid of Stone lineup 2026 so far? Headliners: Saxon (Sat), The Temperance Movement (Fri), The Wildhearts (Sun). Plus Danko Jones, The New Roses, Tailgunner, A Thousand Horses, FM, Cobra Spell, Häxan, Morganway, Cassidy Paris, Kit Trigg, Silveroller; more TBA.
Tickets for Maid of Stone 2026? On sale now via Skiddle—early birds gone.
Festival perks? BYO alcohol, free parking, Planet Rock signings, wellbeing area, payment plans, family-friendly.
Why attend? Intimate rock fest with no clashes—classic/new acts in Kent’s scenic park; “unbeatable value”.
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