The Stick Clan

Got a stick? Need a stick? Have a cool stick you've found recently? Come and show it to us at the Stick Clan! Where the reaction is never "that's weird" but "that's so interesting!" Come for the stick, get stuck..? By the cozy embrace of a fire in a toasty tent, cuppa tea and fascinating conversation. Workshops during the day & night (age restrictions apply) between body, mind and soul workshops (sadly not all of them are stick related) "stick family" dinner and the variety of neurospiciness, there's bound to be something inclusive happening!

Camp size? >30

Accepting new members? Yes, email pm633@hotmail.co.uk

Space for others to use?Yes, email pm633@hotmail.co.uk

Consent Camp

Consent Camp is a space for consent volunteers to camp in, and invited guests to visit. The Consent Cafe (pink gazebo) is the front-facing consent space open Tuesday-Sunday 9am-9pm. The Consent Camp is an operational space and not open for unexpected visitors.

Camp size? 21-35

Accepting new members? Yes! Fill out this form >> or email consent@burningnest.co.uk with any questions

Space for others to use? The Consent Cafe space is available for small workshops relating to consent. Email consent@burningnest.co.uk

Cwtch

“Cwtch is a Welsh word for hug or cuddle.”

For Nest, we’re intending to bring a chill, living-room space for people to chat in

Camp size? 6-10

Accepting new members? TBC

Space for others to use? Happy to host workshops that match our vibe, email jeffrey.elkington@gmail.com

Camp Kale & Josh

Trailer park boys aesthetics, hot dogs, rock skimming competitions, making spoons, wooden skill games, general silliness out of our caravan/troll-esque cafe, extra fancy sit down hands-free-extra-saucy spaghetti meals with exciting in-and-out of house entertainment. Sing songs around the dustbin fire. Shanties, anything Folkie, whatever people feel the moment needs.

Camp size? 2-5

Accepting new members? TBC

Space for others to use? Yes, crafting, spooning (the wooden kind) maybe cuddle puddles, performances welcome, music for the cafe maybe? Email kyle.rojahn@hotmail.co.uk

Keep Calm and Carry On

Burners Who Attend Both Burning Man and Burning Nest

This camp promotes creating art at Burning Nest and bringing that art from the UK to Burning Man at Black Rock City along with Burners and their supplies (ie facilitates participation at Burning Man from the UK) as well as promoting creating art at Burning Man and bring that art from Black Rock City USA to Burning Nest along with Burners and their supplies (ie facilitates participation at Burning Nest from the USA)

Camp size? ∞

Accepting new members? Yes - there are 4 levels of membership:

• Full Members: those that camp with us at Nest and come to Burning Man
• Associate Members: those that don’t camp with us but would like to join our meal plan
• Patron Members: those that don’t camp with us but have attended both Burning Man and Burning Nest and support our mission (not on our meal plan but get invited to our events and updated on our activities)
• UK Aspiring Members: Those that attend Nest and aspire to visit Black Rock City one day (can optionally join our meal plan)

Please email KeepCalmNest@gmail.com to enquire.

Space for others to use? N/A

Wyrd Deer

Wyrd Deer is an eccentric bunch. Some of us are LGBT, some are questioning our gender or sexuality, and others are allies. We come together to create a cosy safe space where everyone can bring their whole authentic self without judgement and be met with kindness and curiosity.

We are spiritual but not religious, grounded in nature, in the fields and forest of Albion. Some are healers, shamans and ritual workers; others are drummers, musicians, storytellers, performers, poets and artists, as well as community organisers, activists, and chefs.

We celebrate nature by communing with her spirits through play and ritual. We explore a profound love for each other and the world through coming together in heart circles, drum circles, workshops and more.

We are proud to be part of the expansion queer life into the realms of the heart and spirit; to promote self awareness, expression and growth; and to be part of the renewal of Albion as a magical island.

Camp size? 11-20

Accepting new members? Yes, email wyrddeer@gmail.com ... tell us a little about yourself, what you can offer to the camp, and what excites you about our concept.

Space for others to use? Maybe! Email wyrddeer@gmail.com

The Human Toolshed

A self-serve, self-help community run space for emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing and personal growth, through community knowledge sharing. Born out of recognition that Burns particularly (and life generally) can be overwhelming and present emotional challenges, it offers participants:

• a quiet, welcoming, sober(ish)* environment to reflect and ground themselves
• a space to acquire new tools and resources or to form peer connections within a shared experience community
• a place to leave or share tools and invaluable knowledge we have found useful on our own journeys

Any Nest participant can offer a 'Human Tool' or come and use a ‘Human Tool’. The space can be booked or used spontaneously in-between bookings, and is open 24 hours a day. Participants are encouraged in the spirit of Civic Responsibility, Communal Effort, Education, Gifting and Radical Self-Reliance to engage with the space in one of the following ways:

• Host a workshop that fits with the ethos of the space
• Facilitate a sharing circle, support group or community coffee hour for a specific topic, theme or group
• Hold a group discussion inviting people to suggest and review tools (e.g. sleep apps, ADHD apps, self-help books etc)
• Gift or loan to the library (for the week) physical tools (e.g. print outs, self-help books, colouring books, fidget toys, a laptop etc). There will be a labelling system in use.
• Help fundraise - The Human Toolshed needs a little funding for things like printing costs, electricity, tea etc (it's currently funded by one person so any size donations via paypal are welcomed thehumantoolshed@outlook.com)
• Help organise the behind the scenes stuff

Further context and original submission document can be found here >>

Camp size? Small (currently one!)

Accepting new members? Absolutely, all co-creators and collaborators welcome! (No kitchen / group meals currently but could be arranged if a larger group forms.)

Space for others to use? Yes, absolutely it's everyone's space! Please complete the booking form >> for programmed events or get in touch via email thehumantoolshed@outlook.com .

*sober(ish) meaning: Not a party space. No drugs or alcohol to be taken in the space. You don’t need to be fully sober to be in the space, but functional enough to use the space respectfully. This isn’t welfare.

Buildy McBuildface

Do you want to learn to use a jigsaw, figure out some painting, build a medieval siege weapons, improve your self esteem? Then you've come to the right place. We speak the languages of physical tools and mental ones (and occasionally English). We'll help you improve that shoddy Playatech bench you've made and maybe even improve yourself along the way.

Now with nearly a half decade at Nest, Buildy McMcBuildface is [technically] a fully functional camp which chaotically focuses on skill discovery and learning. We notably leverage manual construction techniques but happily include any activities which could help or intrigue people (ourselves included). We're about playful improvement, not perfection. That's for tomorrow.

Camp size? 21-35

Accepting new members? Yes, email buildy@barbon.ca; WhatsApp: +447956662107; Facebook Group >>

Space for others to use? Yes, subject to camp schedule - contact via WhatsApp or FB group (as above)

Camp Costume Camp

Camp Costume Camp will be bringing hundreds of costumes and a makeup station to set up a fashion hub in the lush green fields!

Packed the wrong things for the entire marvel you are faced with at Nest? Come and see us and we’ll find you something wonderfully unsuitable! Are you looking for inspiration and pieces for your fabulous walk over the grounds? Come and see us for combinations beyond your wildest fashion dreams. Sparkly and unique garments made of the finest fabrics that have all been preloved! Is your mood changing throughout the day and your outfit no longer represents how you feel inside? Come and see us and we’ll transform you to align with your new vibe in no time!

In the night we light up and open our curtains for party punters who would like to take their costumes dancing!

Camp size? 21-35

Accepting new members? TBC

Space for others to use? Yes, details TBC

Camp Crumpet

Come to Crumpet for the banging tunes .... or just the banging. Camp Crumpet is a queer, co-created space where we will be playing excellent music and burning twinkly lights Wednesday to Saturday night. Nothing is compulsory, everything is permitted as long as it's not bothering anyone else. Adults are welcome to join us for dancing, chilling, and play. We will be hosting workshops during the daytime so check the WWW or our notice board for more information. As always, we work hard to ensure a safe and inclusive space for visitors wanting to engage in consensual play and intimacy, especially for members of the LGBTQIA+ & neurospicy communities. Our trained camp members are on hand whenever the play space is open to ensure everyone's consent is being respected.

Camp size? 40-60

Accepting new members? Yes, apply here >>

Space for others to use? Yes, open to anyone 18+ hosting workshops on a variety of topics, submit them here >>

Camp Cream Teas(e)

We celebrate the joys of SW England clotted cream as an accompaniment to scones and jam by providing pop-up traditional cream teas to Nestlings 3 to 4x per week.

The camp is not residential, and camp fees are paid in homemade scones 🙂

W3W: ///sweet.creamy.hot

Camp size? 2-5

Accepting new members? Yes! Email mfthirlwall@gmail.com

Space for others to use? N/A

Deadly White Shade

A chilled area in free camping with a communal marquee that can be used for workshops, plus a bar.

“My favourite camp at Nest. I was transported to a land of shade and bunting with a well stocked bar, fire side chats, and singalongs. They throw The Ambassador's reception in my honour (I should possibly show my face this year).

(I received no payment for this review)”

- The Ambassador

Camp size? 36-50

Accepting new members? No

Space for others to use? Yes, please email angela.qi.lin@gmail.com

F.U.K.C (Free Use Kitchen Camp)

We are the free use kitchen camp, bringing a full working kitchen for public use, as well as a few other snacky bits and bobs.

Camp size? 11-20

Accepting new members? Yes! Application form >>

Space for others to use? Open for gatherings, but we don't have workshop space. Contact via the WhatsApp group >>

Hot Mess

Hot Mess is the place to play with fire. From dusk, see flames dance in time to music, rake patterns in flaming sand or lie down and let yourself be mesmerised by the rolling curls and whorls of our upside-down fire.

Camp size? 21-35

Accepting new members? No

Space for others to use? Maybe?

La Coneja Blanca

La Coneja Blanca is a home for the silly, the surreal and the (Hi)spanic.

A knock-off 'Alice in Wonderland', dubbed in Spanglish, played at x2.5 speed.

Neurospicy and proud.

https://www.laconejablanca.xyz/

Camp size? 36-50

Accepting new members? Si! We're encouraging applications from people (and people-adjacent rabbits) who self-identify as silly, surreal and/or hispanic. For more information, visit https://www.laconejablanca.xyz/nest-2025

Space for others to use? Si! Email hola@laconejablanca.xyz

Pampers Campers

"Purveyors of good shit since 2020".

Pampers Campers are big into gifting. If our bar is open, come join us for a beverage. If you hear our PA system it means we're generally serving a meal. We like to think that if Larry Harvey was alive, he would endorse us because we really try to make shit happen.

Camp size? 2-5

Accepting new members? Yes, contact Gina via WhatsApp: +44 7311 631434

Space for others to use? Small gatherings in the intended gazebo area, contact Gina

Panravia

Welcome to Panravia, your home away from home. A cosy spot where you can put your feet up and relax with your fellow travelers. You are invited to join us to deepen your connection to yourself and to others. From our daily tea service and nightly fires, to frequent cuddle puddles and workshops exploring conscious connection - we create a friendly space to chill, unwind and recharge.

Camp size? 21-35

Accepting new members? No

Space for others to use? Yes, Poetry, storytelling, movement workshops. Email jdellison2017@gmail.com

Psychedellyfish

The Psychedellyfish once again returns to its spawning grounds in the Glade. Home is where the dome is <3 Come one, come all, for a tentacle-twitching good time with the Psychedellyfish Swarm. Expect wobbly tunes, a wonky dancefloor, and a lightshow to trap you in our clutches, and a new squish space for cuddle puddles.

Camp size? 30-40

Accepting new members? No

Space for others to use? Yes, applications welcome for: daytime workshops, other performances, and Live music (daytime or Thursday night). There is also some space for DJ applications.. We are not a playspace though so proper sexy workshops probably better placed elsewhere. Music applications welcome but we are usually limited on the number of free DJ slots. Programming form >>

The Antiquarian Speakeasy

Ye Olde Curiosite Shoppe in the Glade. A hangout space for connoisseurs of conversation at the legendary Speakeasy Bar. Astound and amaze yourself browsing through ephemera of bygone eras in the Antiquarian library. A convivial meeting point for wordsmiths, time-travellers and history buffs for puzzles, oratory, conversation and COFFEE!

Camp size? 2-5

Accepting new members? TBC

Space for others to use? Yes, please contact Mirage via email mikeskilbeck@gmail.com or WhatsApp +44 7720 446648

The Flamin' Merkin

We're a silly, not-so-sparkly, and super-welcoming theme camp where the vibe is just as important as the Tommy's Margaritas (and trust us, the margaritas are very good). Our mission? To gift epic Tommy's Margaritas and even more epic interactions.

Pop into our crazy corner of Nest and you’ll find more than just a bar. You’ll stumble into merkin-making workshops, ridiculous dance-offs, spontaneous hobby horse races, palm reading for your perfect cocktail, and the kind of conversations that make you forget what time it is. Whether you’re sipping a top-notch Margarita, sampling a local craft beer, or just hanging out for the vibes - we’ve got you!

We train all our campmates in the art of margarita magic and the even more sacred art of making people feel welcome. Our bar runs most of the day and always has something on offer - be it booze, banter, or a big warm hug. So bring a bottle, stay for the chaos, leave with new friends and sore dancing feet... fun is mandatory, and Margarita Hour is never just an hour.

Camp size? 11-20

Accepting new members? No

Space for others to use? Slots for DJs, and bar takeovers are welcome, email merkinlead@gmail.com

The Forest of Wild Love

An enchanted forest where we explore the magick and the mystery. A soberish space for embodiment, conscious connection and sacred intimacy.

We offer contact improvisation, yoga, ecstatic dance, massage, authentic relating, meditation, breathwork, conscious touch & sacred sexuality workshops, temple nights, and much more.

Camp size? 36-50

Accepting new members? Yes, membership application form >>

Space for others to use? Yes, anything related to:

🌀 Contact improvisation, 💞 Authentic relating, 🤗 Cuddle puddles & conscious touch, 🔥 Sacred sexuality workshops & temple nights, 🎭 Fooling, 🤡 Clown, 🕺 Live music, 💃 Partner dance, 🤲 Massage, 🧘‍♂️ Exotic meditation, 🌬️ Breathwork, 🥊 Play fighting, 🌿 Nature appreciation, 👐 Sensory play, ⚡ Energy work, 🔮 Magick

Workshop/performance application form >>

Things on Strings

Here at Things on Strings(™) aether division, we welcome you. Tie your future to a camp that you can trust (k)not to let you down (unless you are suspended and use the safe word). We provide you with the opportunity to spin, juggle and three-beat-weave your interconnectedness with the mystical murky beyond.

To commune with us please whisper your deepest desire to your nearest silk worm.

There will be rope, silliness, workshops, and places to sprawl. Over 18s only in the marquee. Satellite spinning area suitable for all ages, please bring and borrow spinning props!

Translation: ToSs - camp of shibari and spinning

Camp size? 11-20

Accepting new members? TBC

Space for others to use? We are open to hosting activities related to our theme. Application form TBC.