New for 2023! Weekends for grown ups
Haven's first-ever, adults-only music weekends, Haven Soundwaves, are landing at Craig Tara, Scotland and Primrose Valley, Yorkshire in November 2023, and tickets are up for grabs now.
The 80s-themed weekend at Craig Tara on 24-27 November promises to be awash with blue eyeshadow, neon legwarmers and backcombed hair, as well as a fabulous line-up of some 80s favourite artists. Read on to find out about the full line-up!
We're also covering two other Haven Soundwaves decades:
80s Weekend @ Craig Tara headliners
Where: Craig Tara, Ayr, Scotland When: Friday 24 - Monday 27 November
The Real Thing - Friday 24 November
British Soul Group The Real Thing - best known for the timeless You to Me Are Everything - will kick-start the weekend.
Doctor and the Medics, Toyah - Saturday 25 November
Bringing a dose of glam rock to the proceedings is Doctor and the Medics - the group known for hits including Spirit in the Sky and Burning Love. And it's a Mystery no longer - pop punk legend Toyah will also headline, bringing her signature style to Craig Tara.
Sonia - Sunday 26 November
Expect a touch of nostalgia, and plenty of glitz, when Liverpool and Eurovision legend Sonia takes to the stage.
Tributes and supporting acts
There will also be a fantastic line-up of live bands, tributes, comedy and solo acts performing throughout the weekend.
Highlights include:
Daniel Winters as Boy George
Electric 80s
Jenny J as Madonna
Ska Britania
Sweet Sensation
Boogie Nights (pictured)
Typically Tina
Queen Uk
DJ Ginge
What's included?
Ready to book an ultimate three-night weekend getaway? Your Haven Soundwaves booking will include:
Two adult wristbands to all of our Haven Soundwaves acts at your chosen weekend*
Three nights' accommodation in a Haven caravan, lodge or apartment - you choose the grade
Access to indoor swimming pool (no need to pre-book a slot, just turn up)
Access to our entertainment venues and arcade
Access to bars and restaurants
*Wristbands are charged at £59 per person. Each member of your party will be required to wear one during the break. We'll automatically add any additional wristbands to your booking based on your party size.
How do I buy additional Soundwaves entry wristbands?
Your holiday price includes two entry wristbands for your chosen Haven Soundwaves weekend. All additional guests in your accommodation must purchase a wristband. Getting hold of additional wristbands for your party is easy, in fact, we'll add them automatically! Follow this process:
Select the weekend you fancy from our featured parks above
As with any Haven holiday, select your desired accommodation grade and the number of people you're staying with in search
We'll then automatically add entry wristbands for your chosen Haven Soundwaves weekend for the rest of your party number. For example, we'll add four additional wristbands for a party size of six.
Each additional wristband costs just £59 per person
You'll find the total price of your weekender stay, with your additional Haven Soundwaves wristbands added, and the price breakdown of everything in your holiday summary.
Where can I eat and drink at Craig Tara?
There are plenty of brilliant food and drink options to enjoy while you are on-park at Craig Tara for a Soundwaves weekend:
The Brigs of Ayr restaurant
The Lighthouse bar
Burger King®
Chopstix
Cook's Fish & Chips
Papa Johns
A mini market for all the essentials
You'll find lots of brilliant brands on offer across the site, with Costa Coffee served in our bars and restaurants, and Co-op products in our supermarkets.
Frequently asked questions
Your two weekend tickets to your chosen park include:
-Access to all musical performances
-Access to all bars and restaurants
-Three nights’ accommodation
-The ability to book activities
Your two weekend tickets to your chosen park doesn't include:
-Food from our restaurants and bars
-Drinks from our restaurants and bars
-The cost of any paid-for activities
Yes! In addition to your weekend tickets for two, you can buy extra tickets for friends to stay with you and enjoy this adult-only weekend with. Simply include them to the number of guests when you search for your desired accommodation, and we'll add the additional £59-a-head wristbands to your total price.
By car: follow signs for Ayr. Turn left onto the A179 Racecourse Road in Ayr. Head south on what becomes Doonfoot Road, crossing the River Doon onto Dunure Road. The main entrance to Craig Tara is on the right-hand side.
By train: the nearest train station is Ayr. There are direct services to central Glasgow and Kilmarnock.
Here’s a breakdown of the food and drink venues at Craig Tara and Primrose Valley, the two holiday parks hosting Haven Soundwaves.
Craig Tara, near Ayr, Scotland
The Brigs of Ayr restaurant
The Lighthouse bar
Burger King®
Chopstix
Cook's Fish & Chips
Millie's Cookies
Papa Johns
Seaside Treats
A mini market for all the essentials
Primrose Valley, near Filey, Yorkshire
The Lakehouse restaurant Mash and Barrel restaurant
Burger King®
Cook's Fish & Chips
Millie's Cookies
Papa Johns
Seaside Treats
Slim Chickens
A mini market for all the essentials
Important information
Haven Promise - for full terms and conditions please click here.
Soundwaves Music weekends from £130 per person is based on selected 3 night Haven breaks for four adults staying in a Bronze 2-bed holiday home on a Haven Soundwaves package at Primrose Valley on selected dates in November. This price includes 4 tickets which allow entry to Soundwaves events. Any additional adults will be charged £59 per person for entry into Soundwaves events. All guests staying during a Soundwaves weekend will require a ticket. All guests must be 18 years of age or older.
Any additional adults will be charged £59 per person for entry into Soundwaves events. All guests staying during a Soundwaves weekend will require a ticket. All guests must be 18 years of age or older.
Soundwaves Music weekends from £120 per person is based on selected 3 night Haven breaks for four adults staying in a Bronze 2-bed holiday home on a Haven Soundwaves package at Craig Tara on selected dates in November. This price includes 4 tickets which allow entry to Soundwaves events. Any additional adults will be charged £59 per person for entry into Soundwaves events. All guests staying during a Soundwaves weekend will require a ticket. All guests must be 18 years of age or older.
Any additional adults will be charged £59 per person for entry into Soundwaves events. All guests staying during a Soundwaves weekend will require a ticket. All guests must be 18 years of age or older.
Offer details
All offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used with any other voucher, discount or offer (unless otherwise stated).
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