The Kooks Announce 20 Years of Inside In / Inside Out Headline Show at Labyrinth Open Air at Tofte Manor

LABYRINTH OPEN AIR AT TOFTE MANOR

THE KOOKS

20 YEARS OF INSIDE IN / INSIDE OUT

FRIDAY 3RD JULY 2026

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** SOUTH EAST UK SUMMER EXCLUSIVE **

NESTLED WITHIN THE MAGICAL WOODLANDS OF THE BEDFORDSHIRE COUNTRYSIDE, LABYRINTH OPEN AIR AT TOFTE MANOR IS AN INTIMATE ALL-DAY FESTIVAL GATHERING LIKE NO OTHER

Labyrinth Events, one of the UKs leading independent promoters, renowned for creating extraordinary live experiences in breathtaking settings, proudly announces that The Kooks will headline Labyrinth Open Air at Tofte Manor on July 3rd. Following a triumphant sold out arena tour with huge headline performances at The O2 and Manchester’s Co-op Live last month, this special performance will see the beloved indie band celebrate 20 years of their iconic debut album Inside In / Inside Out with a career-spanning set at sunset at Tofte Manor, a South East UK exclusive.

Since its 2006 release, Inside In / Inside Out has sold over two million copies worldwide and become one of the most treasured and era-defining British debut albums of the 21st century. Soundtracking coming-of-age moments for an entire generation, its sun-drenched riffs and infectious hooks captured the carefree spirit of mid-2000s indie and have continued to resonate ever since. Timeless anthems like “Naïve, She Moves in Her Own Way and Ooh La”remain as instantly recognisable and universally celebrated today as when they first broke.

Two decades on, The Kooks influence shows no signs of fading. A new generation has fallen in love with their unmistakable Britpop-tinged indie sound, discovering Inside In / Inside Out through viral moments on social media. What began as the soundtrack to mid-2000s adolescence has become a cross-generational phenomenon, uniting fans old and new at their sold-out shows across the world. The Kooks now debut at the magical Tofte Manor which promises to be one of the most in-demand live moments of the summer.

The Kooks will perform the entire album, a joyous, nostalgic celebration of one of the most iconic records in modern British guitar music.

Luke Pritchard, frontman of The Kooks said, We are so excited to announce we’ll be playing Tofte Manor in Bedfordshire! This is going to be huge. Can’t wait to see you all there - its going to be unforgettable.”

Labyrinth Events co-founders Nick Castleman and Michael Dicks said, We grew up listening to Inside In / Inside Out on repeat in our teens. It’s one of the most iconic UK albums in the past 20 years and what an honour it is to host The Kooks in celebration of this work, at Tofte Manor next summer. A dream booking for us and we couldnt be more excited.”

Continuing to reshape the live music scene, Labyrinth Events have built a reputation for transforming extraordinary historic settings into world-class concert destinations combining sound, setting and spirit to create unforgettable moments.

Fans can sign up for pre-sale access HERE, with pre-sale tickets available from Friday 7th November at 10am, and any remaining general sale tickets available same day at 3pm.

Getting to Tofte Manor: Souldrop Rd, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1HH

● Drive and park on-site

● Taxi service to and from the venue

● Direct return coach from London King's Cross

● Train to Bedford Station with a 15-minute shuttle service

For further information, visit here.

About Labyrinth Open Air

Labyrinth Open Air returns in 2026 for its sixth year to Tofte Manor; a magical open air venue, promoted exclusively by Labyrinth Events. Where hedonism meets spirituality, it is one of a kind experience; combining the natural beauty of the UK countryside, the atmosphere of a spiritual sanctuary with the energy and euphoria of world leading music.

The 17th-century Tofte Manor, once worked on by the world-famous painter Whistler, is home to two unique labyrinths that guests can explore: the star labyrinth and the earth labyrinth, each offering peace and inspiration amidst the music.

Previously hosting Jungle, Fatboy Slim, Innervisions Lost In A Moment, Annie Mac, keinemusik and the worldwide debut of Fred again.., Labyrinth Open Air takes music lovers on a unifying journey where sound, spirit, history and nature converge.

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