Trecco Bay Prepares For Another Four Days Of Pure Rock ‘N’ Roll Chaos
If you’ve ever spent a cold November weekend surrounded by thousands of rock fans singing classic anthems at the top of their lungs while clutching a pint and discussing which version of Thin Lizzy was best, then you’ll already know why Planet Rockstock has become one of the UK’s most loved rock festivals.
And now, with less than six months to go before the annual pilgrimage to South Wales begins, organisers have delivered a huge update that has fans buzzing all over social media.
Twenty-three additional bands have been added to the bill and the official day splits have finally been revealed.
That means we now have a much clearer picture of what promises to be another unforgettable weekend of classic rock, blues, hard rock, metal and everything in between when Rockstock returns to Trecco Bay, Porthcawl from 26th to 29th November 2026.
For many fans, Rockstock isn’t simply another festival.
It’s the final big rock family gathering of the year.
It’s where lifelong friendships are made.
It’s where fans discover new favourite bands.
It’s where legendary musicians casually walk through the holiday park and end up chatting to fans over breakfast.
And judging by this year’s line-up, the tradition looks set to continue.
🌊 ROCKSTOCK: THE FESTIVAL THAT DOES THINGS DIFFERENTLY
Let’s be honest.
Festival season usually involves mud.
Lots of mud.
Mud in your tent.
Mud in your boots.
Mud somehow ending up inside your sleeping bag despite all known laws of physics.
Rockstock looked at that concept years ago and collectively said:
“Yeah… no thanks.”
Instead, the festival takes place inside the comfort of Trecco Bay Holiday Park, meaning attendees can enjoy all the excitement of a major festival while still having access to proper accommodation, warm showers, restaurants, bars and an actual bed.
For veteran festival-goers whose backs now make noises that sound like opening a packet of crisps every time they stand up, this is a beautiful thing.
It’s one of the reasons Rockstock has developed such a fiercely loyal following over the years.
The atmosphere feels less like a festival and more like a giant rock and roll family reunion.
🎤 THURSDAY: A CLASSIC ROCK MASTERCLASS
Rockstock isn’t wasting any time getting the party started.
Thursday’s line-up is packed with legendary names guaranteed to get the weekend moving from the very first note.
Bernie Marsden Stage
- Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts
- Girlschool
- Alcatrazz
- Raven
Former Thin Lizzy frontman Ricky Warwick has become one of rock’s most respected songwriters and performers, and his appearances always bring a perfect mixture of heart, energy and singalong moments.
Then there’s Girlschool.
If you’ve never seen Girlschool live, you’re in for an absolute treat.
As one of the most influential bands to emerge from the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement, they continue to prove exactly why they’ve remained relevant for decades.
Alcatrazz bring serious pedigree to the stage, while NWOBHM heroes Raven remain one of the most energetic live bands you’ll ever witness.
Not a bad way to kick off a four-day rock marathon.
👀 THE GREAT FRIDAY HEADLINER MYSTERY
One thing immediately jumped out when the day splits were announced.
A giant three-letter word.
TBA.
The mystery Friday headliner remains unannounced and fans are already throwing around theories faster than guitar picks at the front barrier.
Could it be a returning Rockstock favourite?
Could Planet Rock have secured a surprise international act?
Could there be a major reunion waiting in the wings?
Nobody outside the organisers knows for sure.
And honestly?
That’s half the fun.
The speculation has already become one of the hottest topics among Planet Rock listeners.
🎸 FRIDAY IS STACKED EVEN WITHOUT THE HEADLINER
While everyone is busy guessing who the mystery act might be, Friday already boasts a seriously impressive line-up.
Friday Performers
- TBA
- King King
- Jayler
- Blue Nation
- Nakan
King King remain one of Britain’s most beloved blues-rock bands and consistently deliver performances that leave audiences smiling from ear to ear.
Blue Nation continue their rise through the UK rock scene and have earned a reputation for bringing huge energy to every stage they step onto.
Meanwhile, Jayler and Nakan add fresh excitement to a day that could easily become one of the strongest of the entire weekend.
🔥 SATURDAY LOOKS ABSOLUTELY MASSIVE
For many attendees, Saturday may end up being the biggest day of the weekend.
Saturday Line-Up
- Magnum
- The Fell
- Seven Sisters
- John Corabi & Friends
- Cassidy Paris
Seeing Magnum on the bill is enough to sell tickets on its own.
The band’s catalogue remains one of the crown jewels of British rock music, packed with songs that have stood the test of time for generations.
Then you have John Corabi & Friends.
Whether you know him from Mötley Crüe, The Dead Daisies, Union or his solo career, Corabi remains one of rock’s true characters and a performer capable of commanding any stage.
Seven Sisters continue flying the flag for traditional heavy metal, while Australian sensation Cassidy Paris is rapidly becoming one of the hottest young names in rock.
Saturday genuinely feels like one of those festival days where every band could be worth arriving early for.
🤘 GEOFF TATE AND BLAZE BAYLEY CLOSE OUT THE WEEKEND
Rockstock has always loved sending fans home on a high.
Sunday 2026 looks set to do exactly that.
Sunday Line-Up
- Geoff Tate
- Blaze Bayley
- Parker Barrow
- The Dead Collective
Former Queensrÿche vocalist Geoff Tate brings decades of progressive metal excellence to Porthcawl.
His voice helped define an era of heavy music and songs from albums like Operation: Mindcrime remain essential listening for rock fans worldwide.
Then there’s Blaze Bayley.
Few artists connect with audiences quite like Blaze.
Every appearance feels personal.
Every show feels genuine.
Every fan leaves smiling.
It’s impossible not to respect the passion he brings to every performance.
🎵 THE GRAHAM HARDING STAGE IS A TREASURE TROVE OF DISCOVERIES
One of Rockstock’s greatest strengths has always been its support of emerging artists.
The Graham Harding Stage once again provides a platform for some fantastic acts.
Featuring:
- AK And The Red Kites
- All Stars Too
- Big River
- Cancel The Transmission
- Cinema Stereo
- Crowley
- Fangslinger
- Fireheart
- Gone Savage
- Greyfox Conspiracy
- Gwailo
- Luna Marble
- Revenant
- Star Circus
- Syncolima
- The Great Alone
- The Last Privateers
- The Soul Revival
- White Skies
History tells us that several of these bands will leave the weekend with significantly bigger fanbases than they arrived with.
That’s the magic of festivals like Rockstock.
You wander into a venue because you’ve got twenty minutes to kill and suddenly discover your favourite band of the weekend.
🇬🇧 WHY ROCKSTOCK CONTINUES TO GROW
While many festivals focus on becoming bigger, Rockstock has succeeded by becoming better.
The event has built a reputation for creating an atmosphere that feels welcoming, inclusive and genuinely fan-focused.
You won’t find huge distances between stages.
You won’t spend half the day queuing.
You won’t need hiking equipment to get from one side of the site to the other.
Instead, you’ll find a community built around a shared love of rock music.
And that’s become increasingly valuable in today’s world.
🏴 SOUTH WALES READY TO WELCOME ROCK FANS AGAIN
For Welsh rock fans, seeing thousands of visitors descend upon Porthcawl every year is always something special.
For one weekend, Trecco Bay becomes one of the loudest places in Wales.
The pubs get busier.
The bars get louder.
The air fills with classic rock anthems.
And the entire holiday park becomes a sea of denim, leather, band shirts and smiles.
It’s proper lush, mun.
🎟️ PLANET ROCKSTOCK 2026
📍 Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl
📅 26th – 29th November 2026
Bernie Marsden Stage Highlights
- Ricky Warwick & The Fighting Hearts
- Girlschool
- Alcatrazz
- Raven
- King King
- Magnum
- Geoff Tate
- Blaze Bayley
- John Corabi & Friends
Plus 23 Newly Added Acts Across Both Stages
Weekend tickets and limited accommodation packages remain available, but if previous years are anything to go by, availability won’t last forever.
One thing is certain.
As the nights get colder and November gets closer, excitement for Rockstock 2026 is only going to get louder.
Trecco Bay is preparing for another weekend of unforgettable performances, endless singalongs, late-night stories, new friendships and enough riffs to shake the Welsh coastline.
And honestly?
We can’t wait.
See you down the front, butt. 🤘🔥🍻
