The band will be taking to the stage across all four Forest Live venues in June 2026. Ali Campbell, founder of UB40, said: "When I first founded UB40 back in 1978, I put everything I had into it. Read more: Pubs unite for early Oktoberfest event"It’s been an incredible journey, and coming back to play Forest Live in such beautiful surroundings is the perfect way to celebrate with our fans." This appearance is part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Forest Live, a series of concerts across some of the nation’s most beautiful venues by Forestry England in partnership with Cuffe & Taylor. The organisation uses the money Forest Live raises to maintain these beautiful natural areas for everyone to enjoy, run important conservation projects and keep growing trees.