Ben Howard to Play Eden Sessions at the Eden Project This Summer

Only Two UK Shows This Summer and One Is in Cornwall

Ben Howard has been announced as the latest headliner for the Eden Sessions, with a summer show confirmed at the Eden Project.

The singer-songwriter will take to the stage on Friday, 10th July 2026, in what will be one of just two UK performances he is set to play this summer. It will also mark the fifth time Ben has performed at the Eden Sessions.

A rare UK appearance

The Eden Sessions show will see Ben bring his trademark folk sound to Cornwall, performing material from his five studio albums. His back catalogue spans upbeat tracks through to more meditative and left-field songs, all centred around intricate guitar work and an intimate style that has earned him a global following.

Simon Townsend, Eden Sessions director, said:

“Ben Howard’s music has a rare ability to be both intimate and expansive, and we’re excited to welcome him to the Eden Sessions stage next summer. Performing surrounded by the gardens and Biomes will make for a memorable evening, and we can’t wait for fans to experience Ben’s unique sound here.”

From global success to Cornwall roots

Ben’s fourth studio album, Collections from the Whiteout released in 2021, was produced by Aaron Dessner of The National and Big Red Machine. Around the time of its release, Ben returned to his South West roots with an intimate performance at Cornwall’s Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station, which was live-streamed worldwide.

After more than a decade of live performances, chart-topping albums, two BRIT Awards and a slot on the Glastonbury Pyramid Stage, Ben released his fifth studio album, Is It?, in 2023. The album was shaped by his experience of suffering two mini-strokes, which temporarily affected his memory and speech.

The Eden Sessions experience

The Eden Project is a cultural venue combining horticulture with live music, and all Eden Sessions ticket holders receive free two-day access to the gardens and Biomes, valid on the day of the concert and the following day.

Other artists already announced for the 2026 Eden Sessions include Wolf Alice on June 16, Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts on June 17, Snow Patrol on June 18, Becky Hill on June 20, Pixies on June 26, Bowling for Soup and Frank Turner on July 5, Bastille on July 9, The Maccabees on July 11 and Mika on July 12.

Tickets and sale dates

Tickets for Ben Howard at the Eden Project on Friday, 10th July 2026 cost £50 plus a £6.50 booking fee and are available via the official Eden Sessions website.

Tickets are on sale now to Inside Track pass-holders.
The general sale opens at 4pm on Friday, 6th February 2026.

In January 2025, Volvo Car UK extended its partnership as the Presenting Partner of the Eden Sessions and Official Electric Car Partner of the Eden Project.