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Posted Date: 13/03/2026
Industry Sector: PR and comms
Location: United Kingdom
Market Experience: United Kingdom
Contract Length: 1 - 3 Months
Salary: £ 150 - £ 300
About Wild Canvas
Wild Canvas is a family-friendly riverside camping experience in Turvey, Bedfordshire, now in its 7th year. Running throughout August, it blends the atmosphere of a boutique festival with the calm of a nature retreat, with live music and DJs, paddlesports on the River Great Ouse, creative workshops, yoga, wellness sessions and activities for all ages. The event attracts families, friends and creative communities mainly from London and the surrounding region. Wild Canvas has previously been featured in titles including The Guardian and The Telegraph.
The Role
We are looking for a freelance PR consultant to support the 2026 campaign and help raise awareness of Wild Canvas through targeted press coverage.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver a PR strategy for the 2026 season
Create and distribute press releases and media materials
Pitch stories and listings to national, London and regional press
Secure editorial coverage across lifestyle, travel, family and culture media
Identify creative angles to position Wild Canvas as a standout summer event
Track and report on media coverage
Ideal Experience
Strong media contacts across UK press
Experience in events, festivals, leisure, hospitality or travel
Ability to generate compelling story angles and secure coverage
Experience working with independent brands or cultural events
Timing
Freelance project running approximately spring–summer 2026, leading up to the August event.