Sophie Ellis-Bextor took part in Camp Bestival Dorset’s Guinness World Record-breaking Disco Dance this weekend. 

The Catch You hitmaker kicked off proceedings for 598 festival goers at the festival’s giant disco ball, as they showed off their moves to Sister Sledge’s We Are Family. 

“From my own Kitchen Disco to a fully-fledged all-sequin disco extravaganza in the glorious grounds of Lulworth Castle, I am so thrilled to have played a sparkling part in helping Camp Bestival achieve the official Guinness World Records title for the Largest Disco Dance,” said Sophie. 

“Congratulations to all you fabulous disco Kings and Queens!”

Diverse City founder and disco champion Claire Hodgson added: “Choreographing and leading an attempt for the Largest Disco Dance with my sister, Kim, and brother, Tom, was a dream come true! 

“Disco occupies a massive part of my life and it was truly inspiring to see so many dancers of all ages and abilities coming together to dance, laugh, and celebrate breaking the record together.”

The record was verified by Guinness World Record adjudicator Jack Brockbank and Anouk de Timary after the official count. 

The revellers beat the previous record by over 274.

Camp Bestival curator Rob da Bank beamed: “Camp Bestival Dorset festival goers are record breakers! We are thrilled to have broken the Guinness World Record for the Largest Disco Dance in true Camp Bestival style.

“It was amazing to see families and people of all ages come together and show off their best disco moves under the dazzling glitter ball. As well as having a huge amount of fun, we’re incredibly proud that the attempt has raised funds for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust.

“Huge congratulations to all dancers involved!”