Ros Atkins' Rave Machine

Sat, 23 May 2026 · 7:00 pm

BBC News presenter Ros Atkins is joining us at Maker and bringing his Rave Machine along! Before his career in journalism, Ros was a passionate drum & bass DJ, inspired by legends like LTJ Bukem, Ray Keith, and DJ Hype.  In early 2022, Ros revisited his DJ roots with a Drum&Bass mix for BBC Radio 6 Music, which went viral and drew widespread media attention. Ros' Glastonbury debut in 2024 led to the creation of Ros Atkins’ Rave Machine, a celebration of the energy and diversity of Drum&Bass and rave culture. It debuted in central London, with Bladerunner joining Ros, and soon it was scaling up. The Rave Machine show combines Ros’s curated selections from the 90s to today with music from some of the genre’s most renowned DJs and MCs - creating a high-energy, immersive experience. This is a party for those who’ve loved raving for years - and for those just discovering it. Across his journalism career, Ros has built a global audience through his viral explainer videos and works across the BBC’s digital, TV, and radio platforms. Ros has anchored coverage for many of the biggest global stories including Brexit, COVID-19, the war in Ukraine and multiple US and European elections and has reported from all over the world. He also co-presents The Media Show on BBC Radio 4, and in 2024 launched his podcast Communicating with Ros Atkins where he has interviewed the likes of Rob Brydon, Tina Brown and Martin Lewis. He has also sat in for Jeremy Vine on BBC Radio 2. ------------------------------ Patchwork Studios operate a diverse and inclusive programme of creative events. From firm festival circuit favourites, undiscovered local acts fresh on the scene, and underground DJs from across the region, to some of the most exciting acts smashing into the national limelight; you’ll find it all up at Maker Heights. These events vitally support our rural community offerings, helping us to improve social integration, while also celebrating culture and inspiring creativity. Between April and October, camping is available separately via Maker Camp website. Our Tavern within the venue is open until late during show nights, dishing out all the finest local tipples to keep you hydrated, plus Garrison Gallery are often serving up a storm of cocktails within their magical art-adorned walls next door. Lil Pizza Heaven are usually parked up on site on a Saturday evening too to keep you fuelled. Why not make a weekend of it while you’re here? The Canteen opens at 9:30am the next morning for coffee and breakfast, and during the camping season, you'll find delicious homemade scran to keep your bellies full into the evening, over by the campsite entrance. The twin fishing villages of Kingsand and Cawsand are only a short walk away, as are their lovely beaches, and the Southwest Coast Path runs straight past too.