BELOW GROUND with COLIN DALE + special guest DJs

Friday 5th Sept
7pm - 2am
The Ferret, Preston

Below Ground brings you one of the original UK Techno DJs Colin Dale, with a career spanning over 3 decades, "legendary" is no over-estimation.

In 1985 Colin Dale was one of the key members of the pirate radio station Kiss FM and soon after left banking to pursue a career in music and the "Abstrakt Dance" radio show was born.

For 16 years "Abstrakt Dance" was a ground-breaking show which quite simply bought Techno to the masses. Guests on the show included All the UR crew, Hawtin, Angel, Pullen, Garnier, Saunderson, Craig, May, Cox......the list goes on and .. the show was put on the internet in 1993 Colin became a household name in Techno circles Worldwide. It was the first ever Techno show to be transmitted live with visuals and it was revolutionary. It was around this time that Colin teamed up with Brenda Russell and Colin Faver to do the "Deep Space" series of clubs in London which again saw the team take London's Techno scene to new highs.

Other club nights that Colin has been involved in include Electric Boogie, Vapour Space, Deep and Jelly. Production wise Colin has recorded for Perfecto on their very first LP, Obsessive, Logic, Sensei, Visitor, Abstrakt Dance, Swag, Laus and Alien Funk amongst others as well as 7 well received mix compilation LPs for various major record labels.

We've also got some of the finest North West DJs supporting bringing all the techno!

Full Line-Up:

Colin Dale

Rose Greenwood

Maia Turi

Nick Almond

Djaided

Raze

Tim Melia

STU.0

Doors open at 7PM | Over 18s only | Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities

FREE ENTRY!

GLASTONFERRET 2025

The Original Indoor Turfed Festival!

ft. SPACE // GETDOWN SERVICES // K.O.G // HOTWAX // PET NEEDS // CHARLOTTE OC // HOMEBOY SANDMAN // GNOD // DUBINSKI // YAANG // YOUTH SECTOR // YUMI & THE WEATHER // DÉJÀ VEGA // FLORENTENES // PERMANENT (JOY) // BRITISH BIRDS // FEMUR // ROSELLAS // DEAD THINGS // TUESDAY NIGHT WHITES // WHINGE // GINNEL // THE CASES // THE EMPIRE POLICE // HAUSPOINTS // THE DIRT // PYNCHER // THE DSM IV // HAWK OWL // LUNATHUG // COUNTY PILOTS // TEMPORARY BODIES // FILTHYDIRTY // DULL. // PEGGY // FREDERICK…

& more!

THURS 21st - SUN 24th August 2025.
The Ferret | Preston.

THURSDAY & 4-DAY WEEKEND TICKETS SOLD OUT! 

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY tickets still available, WHILE STOCKS LAST!

The legendary Glastonferret is back for 2025! Our annual 4-day festival of live music, real turf & hay bales, and proper good times. With festival decor, food vendors, craft & vintage stalls, beer garden DJ Sessions, late-night after parties, and of course a 4-day line-up of incredible live music, as per.

Full 4-day Weekend Tickets give you entry to the full shebang: from Thursday 21st August all the way through to Sunday 24th August. These super-tickets always fly out, so if you're a hardcore 4-dayer, don't wait to buy!

Events run from Thursday night until Sunday night (Bank Holiday). 

Let’s go turfin’!

Tickets:

The GLASTONFERRET 2025 LINEUP:

From special guest headliners to local legends, outdoor DJ sessions to massive live shows - Glastonferret 2025 promises to be an absolute belter.

--- OPENING NIGHT: Thursday 21st August 2025 (from 4pm) ---

GETDOWN SERVICES
YAANG
Whinge
Hauspoints
Pyncher
The DSM IV
Filthydirty (Evil Blizzard)

--- Friday 22nd August 2025 (from 2pm) ---

K.O.G
GNOD
Déjà Vega
Femur
Ginnel
The Dirt
Dull.

--- Saturday 23rd August 2025 (from 12pm) ---

SPACE
Dubinski
Charlotte OC
Youth Sector
dead things
Permanent (Joy)
Rosellas
The Cases
Hawk Owl
County Pilots
Peggy

--- Sunday 24th August 2025 (from 12pm) ---

HOTWAX
PET NEEDS
Homeboy Sandman
Yumi & the Weather
Florentenes
British Birds
Tuesday Night Whites
The Empire Police
Lunathug
Temporary Bodies
Frederick

Glastonferret isn't just about the bands on the main stage (although they’re all top notch) - these lot are here for your listening & dancing & feasting & shopping pleasure…

DJ SESSIONS:

From a Sunday night closing party with special guest DJs through to laidback afternoon beats & pieces we’ve got all sorts of selectors joining us for all-day DJ sessions out in our extended beer garden, as well as late night after parties once the bands have finished...

THURSDAY:

David Chambers // Dregs Radio // Sweet Luella Baby

FRIDAY:

Cuba Ferret // Telstar Funk & Soul // Jacob Coid (Demented Disco)

SATURDAY:

Big Things // Nodding Dog Disco // Tim Melia // DJ Dirty Mac

SUNDAY:

Jazzin the Park // Sabbath Soundsystem // Buckley's Alt 90s // Sweet Luella Baby

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FESTIVAL FOOD:

MR SLICE GUY PIZZA confirmed for Glastonferret 2025!

CRAFTS & CLOTHING STALLS:

Adding a bit of colour to Glastonferret, local creatives will be showing their wares at our Glastonferret market stalls.

OFFICIAL MERCH STALL:

Official Limited-Edition Glastonferret T-shirts + band merch.

OTHER STALLS TBA

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2025 TICKET PRICES:

4 Day Weekend Ticket:
£68 advance  (SOLD OUT)
- access to the full event from Thursday 21st through to Sunday 24th August.

Single Day Tickets:
Thursday: £16.50 advance (SOLD OUT)
Friday: £18.50 advance
Saturday: £25 advance
Sunday: £18.50 advance
All advance ticket prices are subject to Skiddle booking fees.

Any remaining tickets will be on sale on the door, but your cheapest option is to buy in advance, which also guarantees you entry in the case of a SELL OUT.

Tickets available from:

www.skiddle.com/festivals/glastonferret

theferret.live/listings/glastonferret2025

GLASTONFERRET 2025 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival

THURS 21st - SUN 24th August 2025

Venue: The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston, PR1 2XQ

All ages welcome - under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Full price tickets must be purchased for all attendees (only babes in arms are the exception). Please note: expect loud music throughout the venue - both inside & outside.

OPENING TIMES:

Thurs 21st Aug: 4pm - 1am

Fri 22nd Aug: 3pm - 2am

Sat 23rd Aug: 12pm - 3am

Sun 24th Aug: 12pm - 3am

Remembering jonny howlett

A charity rave in memory of an unbelievable talent and friend.

On Friday 1st August, we host a party in memory of a beloved friend to all of us here at The Ferret and many, many people in Preston, Jonny Howlett. ♥️

Last year's event brought such good vibes to The Ferret, we just had to make it a regular thing - so we can honour Jonny's memory once again, and raise some money for charity in the process.

Jonny's friends have put together a charity rave - it's free entry (donations accepted on the door) and begins at 5PM all the way through to the wee hours, showcasing Jonny’s music - the music he loved and come of the tracks he produced alongside his friends.

🗣️Some words from Jadie - “It's going to be really special, so for anyone who knew Jonny l urge you to come and be a part of it, celebrating his life, his achievements, and reflecting on how he touched all of our hearts with his kindness, humour and unique personality!”

👉On behalf of Jonny's family, his sister Kirsty said: "As a family we remain devastated at Jonny's sudden death from an illness we were not aware he had. We are grateful for the continued support of family and friends.

“The event at The Ferret is a fitting tribute to honour his musical talent whilst highlighting and raising awareness for Amend the charity who supported us and helped us understand the rare illness that caused his sudden and devastating death."

💜

Doors open at 5PM and we will be partying till late! It is free entry but donations are requested, which are being raised for AMEND, (Association for multiple endocrine neoplasia disorders).

With DJs playing in the garden; the party then moves inside later in the evening, before the night ends with more DJs taking you through until 3AM.

DJs:

Nick Almond

Wilx

Acid Rockers

Tyramyx

& more

On the night, you can expect underground electronic music, including techno, house, ambient, drum and bass, jungle and more!

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🗓️ Friday 1st August 2025

📍 The Ferret | Preston

⏰ Doors 5PM until late

✨ FREE ENTRY - Charity donations requested - all going to AMEND.

jonny rockers sound system

Saturday, 19th July

The Ferret | Preston

3PM til LATE!

FREE ENTRY

Jonny Rockers Soundsystem is ‼️BACK‼️at The Ferret on Saturday 19th July, bringing those well known vibes jam packed full of ROOTS, REGGAE & DUB. 

🫵You know the drill. Expect reggae vibes all day and night with roots and dub sounds from the full crew AND HEAVY BASS from the sound system. It’s FREE ENTRY and we’re on it from 3PM until late, so meet us on the dancefloor and catch a vibe or five.

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jonny rockers sound system

Saturday, 19th July

The Ferret | Preston

3PM til LATE!

FREE ENTRY

The Ferret & Whinge present:

WHINGEFEST X

All-Dayer Number 10

Sat 12th July

2pm - 2am

The Ferret, Preston

Live Music Line-Up:

SLY & THE FAMILY DRONE

TEST PLAN

HAWK OWL

SHINDIG

BOI TOI

8-B1TCH

& your genial hosts:

WHINGE

+ Beer garden DJs all day & into the night:

Whinge & friends. Frank Lovescenes + Bolts + more TBA.

Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night.

Tickets £8 advance / more on the door

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41161434

Indoors & out.

All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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Established in 2019, Whingefest was a daft idea born in The Ferret beer garden late one night. And here it is: The 10th one! 

Featuring another amazing lineup:

SLY & THE FAMILY DRONE:

Working with a sound palette of scronked electronics, bulging noise blasts, wailing sax & Kalashnikov drums, the band digs deeper than ever to find increasingly potent sonic pockets.

Like many classic noise bands before them, Sly & The Family Drone choose to play on the floor of their venues whenever they can. There’s a different "atmosphere, environment and dynamic" when they’re up close to people and surrounded by amplifiers.

TEST PLAN:

test plan are looking for the sweet spot between dancing and moshing. Formed of Rory Dickinson, Michalis Fragkiadakis, and Max Mason, the London-based DIY trio cultivate a ferocious blend of noise-rock, dance-punk, and post-hardcore. Winds of overloaded guitar feedback and distortion are punctuated by crunching drums and throbbing bass, all bound together by howls of angst and chaotic energy. Their dynamic live performances beckon a meeting point where volume and energy collide - intense, visceral, and unfiltered, hitting like a punch in the gut: sweat-soaked, teeth-rattling, and gloriously unhinged.

HAWK OWL:

Neurotic Northern millennials staring the reaper in the face. A fuzzy blend of psych, dream pop and space rock, featuring former members of Tero Kulero.

SHINDIG:

These North East DIY punks played at Whinge’s album launch at The Rat & Pigeon, Manchester & we’ve been looking for an excuse to bring them to Preston since they blew the bloody doors off.

BOI TOI:

Synth and punk-driven 5 piece, playing songs about Guinness and love and the Northern Rail prices.

8-B1Tch:

Chiptune maestro 8-B1Tch bends circuits and minds, as his tiny machines take us on a cosmic voyage. Also featuring the glorious Golden B’stard on the drums (TBC).

WHINGE:

Aaaaaand, don't forget your cordial hosts & “expert curators”: Whinge.

A meeting of four jaded old friends from the underbelly of the north-west music scene, Whinge began as a cathartic outlet and an attempt to press pause on the unrelenting passage of time.

Fuelled by nihilism and a playful eye for self-deprecation, one pub conversation too many saw their myriad of musical backgrounds meet their unpredictable approach to life, with the end result: ‘Whinge'. Like the best bands; more a gang than a group.

Post-punk & Psych informed DIY garage-rock played with gay abandon, Whinge slam together influences from the Mondays to the Sabbath, ESG to LCD, Genesis to the Rapture.

Over to Crackedankles Records:

"We knew the members of Whinge by sight from our local venue The Ferret where, it would seem, at least one of Whinge was in at any given time. Their debut gig was a kaleidoscope of conflict and charm that was intimidating and hilarious in equal measures. But underneath the chaos were really memorable, witty and well crafted songs portraying a unique palette of influences and the best front person we'd seen in years."

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Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night. 2pm - 2am.

Tickets £8 advance / more on the door

Indoors & out.

All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41161434

London Afrobeat Collective

+ special guests:
Dr AKP + Tee Pop + Kushie + guests
(celebrating DR AKP - THE ESSAY album launch)

+ DJs:
Jazzin The Park & Luke Out

Friday 11th July
The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

“A fulsome evocation of Fela Kuti’s continually inspiring blend of The J.B.’s-style jazz-funk horns lashed to a relentless mix of funky highlife and Yoruba, all delivered with aplomb….” – Time Out London

London Afrobeat Collective are a tight-knit family of musicians from around the world, living in London and united by a love of afrobeat and a desire to take original music to new places.

This 8-strong collective from England, Italy, France, Congo, Argentina and New Zealand combine traditional afrobeat and hi-life with funk, jazz, Latin and dub to deliver party music born of their truly global DNA.

A regular hit on the UK and Europe touring circuit and celebrated for their raucous energy, heavy dance grooves and conscious lyrics, the band has rocked major stages from Glastonbury Festival (UK) to the Shrine in Lagos, Nigeria, via Imagina Funk (Spain), Fusion Festival (Germany), Cully Jazz (Switzerland), Tempo Latino (France), Earth Garden (Malta) and many more.

Taking inspiration from afrobeat father Fela Kuti as well as such artists as Ebo Taylor, Parliament Funkadelic and Havana d’Primera, LAC’s original music and multi-lingual performances in English, Spanish, Lingala and French have won them admirers across Europe.

Their fourth studio album Esengo (Canopy Records – release date 14 February 2024), which means Joy in Lingala includes the new single Topesa Esengo Na Motema (Let Us Give Joy To The Heart) with a remix by Bosq.

“Juanita Euka’s sinuously smooth vocals lead the way and the funk & soul horns synchronise perfectly with the flawless rhythm section and blissful guitars” – Simon Cross, Songlines Magazine, March 24

“In a genre short of female stars, vocalist Juanita Euka is a real find” – Mojo Magazine March 24

“…not only pays homage to the spirit of Fela Kuti but also embraces a bold approach to crafting original music that transcends traditional genre boundaries” – Jazziz.com March 24

“It has an energy and joie de vivre that would make even the greatest curmudgeon want to break into a smile and skip” Andrew Neal, Silentradio.com , Feb 24

with very special guests:

DR AKP

Join us for a special live showcase as Dr. AKP (Preston-based Afrobeat Artiste) launches his much-anticipated debut album The Essay.  This 8-track project is a powerful sonic thesis, with titles like “Abstract,” “Introduction,” “Discussion,” “Conclusion,” and “References.” The Album is inspired by Dr. AKP’s academic journey (culminating in a PhD in Forensic Microbiology from Uclan) and marks his musical evolution, inviting fans and listeners on a rhythmic, intellectual, and emotional journey. 

“It’s an honour to be able to launch my debut album The Essay as part of this exciting showcase.” - Dr AKP

TEE POP

Tee Pop is a UK-based Nigerian Afro-fusion artist and UCLan graduate with a Master’s degree. Launching his professional music career in Preston, Tee Pop blends Afrobeat, R&B, and contemporary sounds. Known for his magnetic stage presence, he brings a modern Nigerian soul to UK stages. As part of the London Afrobeat Collective showcase - and alongside Dr. AKP’s The Essay album launch - Tee Pop will be lighting up the stage with a sound that’s as global as it is grounded.

KUSHIE

Kushie is a Nigerian-born, Manchester-based singer, songwriter, and self-taught sound engineer whose rich vocals and magnetic performance style trace back to his early days in church and school choirs. With a B.A. in English and Literary Studies from Lead City University and a Master’s in Digital Media Management from Sheffield Hallam, Kushie blends lyrical depth with sonic polish. As part of the London Afrobeat Collective showcase at The Ferret,  Kushie promises an unforgettable set.

+ DJs:

Jazzin The Park Productions bring the heat, with a satisfying stew of Afrobeat, House, Jazz, Soul, Latin, Boogie, Disco, Jazz-Funk, Broken Beat, Electronica & more.

Luke Out (fka Mr Breen)

Luke Breen began his DJ journey in the early 2000s with Herbal Sessions Soundsystem, playing at venues like Preston’s iconic Caribbean Club. After moving to Manchester, Luke became a regular DJ at club nights, free parties, and festivals like Beat Herder, Kendal Calling, and Sounds From The Other City. Now settled back in Preston with his family, Luke regularly DJs at local bars and clubs, delivering eclectic sets that could span anything from Jazz, Latin and Hip-Hop to Afrobeat, Funk, Deep House, and Jungle—always infused with Soul.

Supported by Lancashire Music Association.

tickets: skiddle.com/e/41018148

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

JUST JUNGLE

Friday, 27th June

The Ferret, Preston

7PM - 2AM

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40979364

Just Jungle is BACK at The Ferret on the 27th June, bringing the amens ALL NIGHT LONG with DJ Hybrid along with some top local DJs! 

DJ Hybrid is a Jungle Drum & Bass Producer, DJ and Label Owner from the UK. He has been a fixture in the Jungle Drum & Bass scene for over a decade and has released music on some of the genre's most respected labels, including Ram Records, Born on Road, Jungle Cakes, DnB Allstars & Deep in the Jungle to name a few.

Born and raised in the Midlands UK, DJ Hybrid started making music in his late teens, inspired by the UK's thriving music scene and the sounds of early jungle, garage, hip hop and drum & bass. Over the years, he has honed his skills as a producer, drawing on a wide range of influences to create a signature sound that blends classic jungle breaks, deep basslines, and melodic hooks.

In addition to his work as a producer, DJ Hybrid is also known for his high-energy DJ sets, which have taken him to clubs and festivals around the world such as Boomtown, Glastonbury, Let It Roll and has toured internationally in US, Canada and Europe.

Whether he's playing a small intimate club or a massive outdoor event, he always brings the same level of passion and dedication to his performances.

Today, DJ Hybrid is regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative producers in the D&B scene and also leader of the modern Jungle movement. He continues to push the boundaries of the genre with his music.

Line up...

DJ Hybrid

Illistraitor

G Breezy

VKO

High P

Tyramyx

Del Perio

STU.0

7PM-2AM

The Ferret | Preston

£9 ADV / More OTD

https://www.skiddle.com/e/40979364

18+ ID may be required

Sound people only!

Jazzin the Park 2025 - The After Party

Saturday 7th June 2025

7pm - 2am

The Ferret, Preston

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The finale of Preston Jazz & Improvisation Festival, “Jazzin’ the Park 2025”, is set to be a roadblock with an amazing line up. After a day in the park, we needed to deliver something special for those with the stamina to party, and oh how we have delivered!

As the sun sets on Jazzin' the Park 2025, the doors of The Ferret open for those who are just getting started! From 7pm, DJ's Bolts and Chris Holt will be dropping weight in the Ferret Beer garden on Jazzin' the Park's soundsystem. As the sun sets, the party will move inside where both Knats and Plantfood will be joining us inside for two dancefloor performances, designed to blow the roof off, with the DJ's also bringing the heat from outside, indoors.

This fringe event is always a killa'. The hot and sweaty affair delivers a new dimension to the artists as they let loose for an eager dancefloor.

It's a hot ticket this one, so get in early to avoid disappointment.

Date: 7th June 2023
Time: 19:00-02:00hrs
Venue: The Ferret

Line Up:

LIVE MUSIC FROM:

PLANTFOOD (Leeds)

KNATS (Newcastle)

DJs:

CHRIS HOLT (Tropical Disco)

BOLTS (So Flute)

This is an After Party to end after parties. Sheer quality from start to end.

Obviously, The Ferret is an intimate affair, so tickets are extremely limited, and with the numbers attending the day event we'd encourage everyone to get in quickly.

Tickets are £10 and can be bought from Skiddle here: skiddle.com/e/41011971

Bad Wax Audio presents:

HUMB

[Doner Beats, Jigsore Sound] + more!

Mark your calendars for 30th May as Bad Wax head to The Ferret to shake down Preston for their first club night of the year!

They’re bringing up HUMB from Bristol, one of the most prominent jungle DJs from the underground rave scene.

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40830288

With a big sound system, a limited-capacity venue, intimate vibes, and some of the best support our local jungle scene has to offer, this is one night you will not want to miss!

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HUMB - 90 MINUTE SET!!!!!
[ DONER BEAT RECORDS // JIGSORE SOUND // SCARED MONEY ]

Humb is a veteran of the UK's jungle and soundsystem scene, with countless events and various releases and under his belt as co-owner of the Jigsore soundsystem. Some of his classics from the label still gather somewhat of a cult following over 10 years after their release receiving regular plays at raves in the UK and beyond.

As long term resident of Hanoi Humb ran parties in the city for many years hosting a wide range of underground artists whilst building and running the legendary Birdcage nightclub, a 2 roomed semi outdoor venue sandwiched next to the red riveron the outskirts of the city. The development of the Vietnamese scene influenced his production style, pushing him to attack new styles whilst looking backwards to the roots of rave music.

The result was his most recent label, Doner Beat Records. Soon to drop their 14th release the label bridges the gap between jungle, acid, breaks and hardcore. Their music has found way into performances from the likes of FFF, Om Unit, Sherelle and Moy as well as Yosh's 2022 Boiler room and even resulted in a surprise collab with UKG legend Zed Bias, Whilst exploring new sounds Humb kept his love for faster tempos alive dropping a few jungle releases on vinyl in 2023/24.

Now returned to the UK with a few huge festival sets under his belt Humb is looking to the future with more forward amen rinsers dropping soon on Scared Money, Over/Shadow, Hardcore Energy and
beyond.

We are super gassed to have Humb on board & can't wait to hear him rinse out heavy business on the soundsystem!

Links:
soundcloud.som/humb
facebook.com/humbdrum
https://donerbeatrecords.bandcamp.com/
fagebook.com/donerbeatresords
soundcloud.com/donerbeatrecords
instagram.com/donerbeat
soundcloud.com/jigsoresound
facebook.com/jigsoresound

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SNIPEZ - [ Bad Wax Audio // Koba Audio // Jungle Tings Audio ]

DnB DJ and producer based in Preston City. Releases on Koba Audio, No Long Ting, Lickwood & Gunshot Recs, Kevlar, Pull Up Recs & more. Winner of the Jaydan production competition on Drum & Bass Arena in 2017.

Recently supported through BBC Introducing and is Co Manager and resident DJ for BAD WAX AUDIO & UNIFIED DNB. Played at various nights up and down the country supporting many big names such as Hazard, Dillinja, Randall, Kenny Ken and lots more!
Bringing them nasty rollers, raw jump up and jungle flavours into his DJ sets we know he is going to make you shake your body on that dancefloor!

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SnipezDnBUK
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/snipezdnb

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MR.MAC - [ Bad Wax Audio ]

One of Bad Wax Audio's head honchos. He needs no introduction to the Preston underground music scene. But for those who aren't in the loop, you can catch this guy shelling out some of the more energetic riddims on the sound system. Whether it's his deep knowledge and understanding of D'n'B or his overwhelming collection of Jungle vinyl or his digital options, he does not fail at making the dance floor move.

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MALWARE - [ Dropjaw Audio // Pick&Mix // West Art Collective ]

High-energy tempo hoppin Malware brings the heat with explosive multi-genre sets. Blending everything between the lines of Footwork, Hard Techno, Jungle, DnB, Breakcore, 4x4 and Tekno plus anything else rave he's feeling on the day; combined with his chaotic energy and fast paced transitions, the sets are guaranteed to ignite every dancefloor. Expect raw kicks and heavy drops, plus hands-in-the-air euphoria and a non-stop party vibe with crowd reading high on the agenda!

As a long-term resident of the mighty North-West free party crews Dropjaw Audio and Pick & Mix Soundsystem, whilst leading the music events for West Art Collective in Manchester and mashing up gigs all around the country; Malware has created an unmissable presence for himself within the party scene!

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HIGH-P - [ Pink Rizla Riddims ]

HIGH P is a devoted Junglist, and Preston based DJ. Growing from her influential roots n hip-hop and old school jungle, she serves a tasty selection of Jungle, Core, Tek,Drum and Bass and Footwork.

Bringing the signature stamina sets, she doesn't shy away from the heavy artillery amens, while always keeping it vibey
with the silly bangers. Expect musical anarchy, with anything from 160-220 bpm.

Since 2021, HIGH P has been carving out a dynamic presence across England and Wales,supporting acclaimed artists such as Mrs Magoo, Junglord, Bladerunner and Sam Binga taking her magic internationally in 2023, she also spun for the Sick Crew in Berlin, at Mensch Meier.

Beyond the decks, HIGH P is the founder and creative director of the all-female brand Pink Rizla Riddims, where she curates immersive events, designs custom graphics, and produces rave wear.

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Aquila - [ Bad Wax Audio ]

With an enduring admiration for the old-school hardcore Jungle scene, Aquila brings unmatched energy to the decks. Now, as a key player with Bad Wax Audio, she's known for delivering high-energy sets that set the dance floor blazing with her deep understanding of Jungle, amen breaks and rave culture.

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Ticket link - https://www.skiddle.com/e/40830288
£3/ £5/ £8 /More OTD
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One love. Respect the culture, ya bad muddaF****rs!

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This is a strictly 18+ event, security will be checking IDs OTD.
Tickets through skiddle + more on the door!!!
*NO BAD VIBES OR ATTITUDES WELCOME *

Shenanigans! Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics!

with The Hit Machine (Live Pop-Punk covers band) + Shenanigans DJs

BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY 4TH MAY

7pm - 2am

The Ferret | Preston

Join Shenanigans DJs Chrissy G and Jadie for an evening of 90's/00's MTV2/Skuzz nostalgia!!

PLUS! Amazing live performance from The Hit Machine - Live Pop-Punk covers band

Alien Ant Farm // All American Rejects // Andrew WK // Avril Lavigne // Blink 182 // Bloodhound Gang // Bowling for Soup // Deftones // Drowning Pool // Electric Six // Fall Out Boy // Feeder // Foo Fighters // Fountains of Wayne // Good Charlotte // Green Day // The Hives // Jawbreaker // Jimmy Eat World // Korn // Linkin Park // My Chemical Romance // New Found Glory // No Doubt // Paramore // The Offspring // Papa Roach // Puddle of Mudd // Rage Against The Machine // Sum 41 // System Of A Down // Taking Back Sunday // Tenacious D // Weezer // Wheatus & more more more!

Get your band tees on and your flaming Converse out!!

BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY 4TH MAY - Music starts at 7pm – ends 2am!

£6 advance / More on the door

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Shenanigans! Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics!

with The Hit Machine + Shenanigans DJs

BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY 4TH MAY | 7pm - 2am

The Ferret | Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40959612

KNOCKENGORROCH FESTIVAL
Warm-Up at The Ferret

Sat 26th April ~ 7pm - 2am
The Ferret, Preston

ft Morphamish // Tyramyx // Luke Out // Temporary Bodies

Tickets:

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KNOCKENGORROCH
Scotland’s longest running greenfield festival | Est. 1998

https://www.knockengorroch.org.uk

Knockengorroch Festival was born from a love of the land, excellent roots music and celebrating the good times. They present unparalleled music, arts and workshops in a beautiful mountain riverside meadow, located deep in the Southern Uplands of Scotland.

In times long past the native hills and streams of Scotland shaped its music. Stream becomes river, rural track becomes urban street, the musical landscape of today’s global village is diverse, both urban and rurally inspired. But all music speaks a universal language.

Knockengorroch promotes multi-cultural forms and musical genres, highlighting the connection between roots music and the lands and people that created it. Music from all continents is presented alongside the best in Scottish talent to showcase music in both traditional and contemporary fields.

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Here at THE FERRET, we’re happy to collaborate with this excellent family-run festival to present a Preston party inspired by the sounds of Knockengorroch. Samson Sounds & Morphamish travel down from Scotland to give us a taste of the late-night atmosphere you can find in Knockengorroch’s fields. They’re joined by local talents Tyramyx, Luke Out & Temporary Bodies, as we bring you a night of hearty rhythm, hefty bass & positive dancefloor vibrations.

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MORPHAMISH
(Labrat Audio // RIOT Radio Records)

https://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/artist/morphamish-2/

Morphamish creates fresh, anything-goes dance music for the weird and wonderful. Morphamish promises a high-energy fusion of bass-heavy techno, wobbling subs, acid-tinged grooves, breakbeats, afro percussion, and pounding kicks—layered with funk, multiple tempos, and deep bass music influences.

Expect a journey through sweet melodies and heavy, psychoactive sounds, blending drum and bass, techno, and beyond. Hefty, hearty, bouncy.

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TYRAMYX
(Just Jungle // Below Ground)

https://linktr.ee/tyramyx

A blend of old school jungle, breaks, and DnB, Tyramyx brings high-energy, fast-paced mixes that'll have you bouncing from start to finish. Tyramyx has been spinning in Preston since 2006 and has played all over the UK, Ibiza and France whilst also promoting her own mega events.

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LUKE OUT
(One Five Eight)

https://www.instagram.com/luke_out_/

Luke Breen (aka MrBreen / Luke Out) began his DJ journey in the early 2000s with Herbal Sessions Soundsystem, playing at venues like Preston’s iconic Caribbean Club. As a visual artist, he led the OneFiveEight collective (2008-2018), which gained recognition for underground exhibitions, workshops, and publications, all driven by a DIY ethos and a commitment to supporting underrepresented artists in both visual arts and music. After moving to Manchester, Luke became a regular DJ at club nights, free parties, and festivals like Beat Herder, Kendal Calling, and Sounds From The Other City.

Now settled back in Preston with his family, Luke regularly DJs at local bars and clubs, delivering eclectic sets that could span anything from Jazz, Latin and Hip-Hop to Afrobeat, Funk, Deep House, and Jungle—always infused with Soul.

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TEMPORARY BODIES
(Utopian Mechanics)

https://linktr.ee/utopian.mechanics

Temporary Bodies is the new project from Preston-based artist Mike Warburton (Barium Network / Utopian Mechanics). Based entirely around live, improvised performance - on-the-spot loops are fed through an array of fx pedals to create layers of sonorous strings and pads, swirling ambient textures and melodies that range from the Baroque to the bleak.

Inspired by the characteristics of artists like Grouper, MJ Guider, Silent Servant and Deaf Center amongst many more, Temporary Bodies also uses hypnotic drum loops, orchestral motifs and sparse vocals to build a dense, cathartic experience that guides the listener through themes of loss and longing into a place of quiet optimism.

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KNOCKENGORROCH FESTIVAL
Warm-Up at The Ferret

Sat 26th April ~ 7pm - 2am
The Ferret, Preston

ft Morphamish // Tyramyx // Luke Out // Temporary Bodies

£4 advance, more on the door.

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40908475

Ages 18+.
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

Balearic Burger

For the first time ever, the Balearic Burger Big Track Tour lands in Preston - bringing sun-soaked beats, top-tier DJs, and unbeatable vibes.

🎧 Lineup:
🔹 Local legends Cottam, Tim Melia, and TF Wizard
🔹 BB DJ crew selectors Dobson, Adam Wilson, Matt Jarvis, Andy Stoddon, and Paul McGuinness

📍 Where? The Ferret, Preston
🕑 When? 2PM – 2AM
FREE ENTRY ALL DAY! No ticket needed - just bring your best moves.

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

jonny rockers soundsystem

Friday 21st March 2025

The Ferret | Preston

7PM til LATE!

Jonny Rockers SS is BACK at The Ferret, bringing those well known vibes jam packed full of ROOTS, REGGAE & DUB. You know the drill. Expect reggae vibes all night with roots and dub sounds from the full crew AND HEAVY BASS from the sound system.

ELDER EMO UK presents:

CORE VALUES

FREE ENTRY CLUB NIGHT

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🖤 CORE VALUES RETURNS FOR 2025

We kick off 2025 with an extended hours night because after a long cold winter - We need more time to mosh our little noggins off!

🖤 FREE ENTRY - 18+ 

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ INCLUSIVE - BE YOURSELF WE SUPPORT YOU (Elder Emo UK is a current sponsor of Preston Pride)

BUT - We are going to incorporate some extra little treats for what is going on in March...

🖤 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 

Between the hours of 9pm-12pm we will be giving out glasses of fizz to women and those who identify as. Come have a toast to the girls and with me (DJ Connie Von D) too - I know just as much as anyone else how difficult it is to be a woman in this mad world so let's toast to absolutely kicking a** in all we do 💖

(Once all the fizz is gone - It is gone)

🖤 PRE ST PATRICKS DAY PARTY

Most of us have to be adults on the Monday so... LET'S CELEBRATE EARLY! 12pm-2am will be our very own St Patricks Day shindig!

☘️ FREE SHOTS OF BAILEYS 

☘️ GUINNESS PRIZES

☘️ ST PATRICKS DECOR & GOODIES

🖤 ROCK // METAL // ALTERNATIVE 

WITH DJ CONNIE VON D 

AT THE FERRET

9pm - 2am

We are pleased to announce we have Chris Liberator along with some of the finest North West DJs bringing you a night of pure techno!

If you haven't already heard of acid techno pioneer Chris Liberator, Chris started DJing back in 1991 playing his first ever party in a squat in North London (organised with the fledgling Liberator crew featuring himself, Julian and Aaron).

Liberator soon made a name for themselves putting on parties in and around North East London in squats and underground venues, and it wasn’t long before they began hooking up with other crews doing similar stuff including Bedlam, Full On, Zero Gravity and Megadog who they all played regularly for with their firebrand mix of Acid, hard Techno and Rave.

Getting involved with the illegal raves kicking off in the UK at the time (including Lechlade and Castle Morton) via their numerous traveller connections saw them hook up with crews out in Europe from Prague and Holland and they began travelling internationally as well. In 1993 they began their label Stay Up Forever to represent their own unique style, and as it progressed and they met more producers like DDR, D.A.V.E. The Drummer, Gizelle, Geezer and Lawrie Immersion, the sound of London Techno and Acid Techno as we know it was born.

Supporting on the night:

Sid Voltage

Andy Crabree

Subskrybr

Nick Almond

Djaided

Raze

Tim Melia

STU.0

An absolute steal at £8 advance tickets for such a class line-up!

Grab your tickets from skiddle: https://skiddle.com/e/40565479

An evening of Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics - 90s/00s MTV2/Skuzz nostalgia!! Get your band tees on and your flaming Converse out!

Shenanigans

Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics!

With music from Live Pop Punk Tribute band Stuckhome Syndrome

Saturday, 22nd February 2025

7pm - LATE

The Ferret | Preston

https://skiddle.com/e/40565105

Join the Shenanigans DJs for an evening of 90's/00's MTV2/Skuzz nostalgia!!

PLUS! Amazing live performance from Stuckhome Syndrome: Pop Punk covers band from Blackpool trying to recapture our fast escaping youth.

Alien Ant Farm // All American Rejects // Andrew WK // Avril Lavigne // Blink 182 // Bloodhound Gang // Bowling for Soup // Deftones // Drowning Pool // Electric Six // Fall Out Boy // Feeder // Foo Fighters // Fountains of Wayne // Good Charlotte // Green Day // The Hives // Jawbreaker // Jimmy Eat World // Korn // Linkin Park // My Chemical Romance // New Found Glory // No Doubt // Paramore // The Offspring // Papa Roach // Puddle of Mudd // Rage Against The Machine // Sum 41 // System Of A Down // Taking Back Sunday // Tenacious D // Weezer // Wheatus & more more more!

Get your band tees on and your flaming Converse out!!

🗓️Saturday 22nd Feb - Music starts at 7pm – ends 2am

🎫£8 advance / More on the door

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All ages welcome. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Accessible ground floor venue, stage, bar & facilities.

Dog friendly venue.

https://skiddle.com/e/40565105

jonny rockers soundsystem

Saturday 25th January 2025

The Ferret | Preston

5PM til LATE!

Jonny Rockers SS is BACK at The Ferret, bringing those well known vibes jam packed full of ROOTS, REGGAE & DUB. You know the drill. Expect reggae vibes all day and night with roots and dub sounds from the full crew AND HEAVY BASS from the sound system.