Question 1

When can I arrive?

Accepted Answer

The gates will be open for arrivals at the following times: Fri 10am-10pm / Sat 10am-10pm / Sun 10am-10pm (only guests and artist will be allowed entry after this point)

Question 2

What time will the entertainment start and finish?

Accepted Answer

Fri 4pm-11:45pm / Sat midday-11:45pm / Sun midday-11:45pm

Question 3

When does the bar open?

Accepted Answer

We have a fully stocked bar (not just a selection of the finest local ciders!) including craft beers, lager, wine, spirits, a selection of soft drinks as well as a cocktail bar! The bar is open from 11am-2am everyday except for Friday when it will open at 3pm.

Question 4

What facilities do you have on site?

Accepted Answer

We have a selection of hot food traders, coffee and speciality teas, henna and face-painting!

Question 5

Can we bring booze?

Accepted Answer

Yes but there is an allowance per person:12 x 440ml cans of lager/cider/beer OR 16 x 250ml cans of premix spirit drinks OR 3-litre box of wine OR 5 litres of cider/lager/beer in plastic bottles or cans. Plastic or glass bottles spirits ARE NOT ALLOWED. There is NO RE-ENTRY with alcohol.

Question 6

Can we leave the site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can, but your vehicles will be checked on arrival by our security team and you will not be able to re-enter with alcohol.

Question 7

How far is the campsite from the main arena?

Accepted Answer

The campsite is just a short walk (10m-300m max.) from the main arena and all amenities!

Question 8

Can we camp in The Orchard or The Mead during the festival?

Accepted Answer

You can, but you will have to pay for this separately. Weekend and day tickets including tent camping in the events field. If you would like to book for The Orchard or The Mead campsite, you will need to do this via our booking page or contact us.

Question 9

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we allow friendly, well behaved dogs at all of our events as long as they are kept on leads. We do not accept any responsibility for your dog or anyone else’s dog. We ask that you please clear up after them and dispose of their waste in one of the bins provided.

Question 10

What days can we camp at the festival?

Accepted Answer

The festivals open at 10am on Friday. Day tickets include over night camping (must vacate by 12pm the following day). Weekend tickets include camping for the duration.

Question 11

Can I bring a camper van or caravan?

Accepted Answer

Tickets for camper vans and caravans are available for £30 in advance. Please DO NOT bring a camper van or caravan if you don’t have a ticket for one. If you are bringing a caravan you will be asked to move your towing vehicle to the free car park after unhitching it.

Question 12

Do you have facilities for chemical waste?

Accepted Answer

NO! Please do not empty your chemical waste into our toilets – they are compost toilets! We take this very seriously, and anyone seen doing this, will be made to retrieve their excrement!

Question 13

Can I put a tent up in the Live In Vehicle area?

Accepted Answer

We can only allow one small (2 person) tent to be erected next to vehicles in any circumstances. Awnings attached to caravans or vehicles are allowed. You will be asked to take down any large tents (excluding awnings) that are erected in this field.

Question 14

Can I park my car for the weekend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can park all weekend for free in the car park.

Question 15

Will this event be suitable for my kids?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 16

What do I need to gain entry and do I need ID?

Accepted Answer

We ask everyone to bring photo ID, if you are fortunate enough to look under the age of 25, you will need ID to be served at the bar. You only need your individual e-ticket at the gate, so please print it off or bring it on your phone to show on the gate.

Question 17

Do you have showers on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have showers in the camping area. We also have coin operated showers at the main farmyard, just a short walk from the festival site. Alternatively, we’d just recommend packing some biodegradable wet wipes and making do with those for a couple of days!

Question 18

Can we park next to our tents?

Accepted Answer

For Health & Safety reasons, we do not allow any vehicles into the tent camping area. We have a drop off point at the top of the hill, the distance you will have to walk from here to a pitch will be less than 200m. We do have very friendly volunteers, so if you are struggling please ask for help!

Question 19

How will I know who is performing and when?

Accepted Answer

Our line-up has been released on our social media pages, as well as on our website. For specific time set times you can ask the stewards or crew for more information.

Question 20

How accessible is the site?

Accepted Answer

Once on site, it is very accessible – we do have a disabled section of the campsite which is located close to amenities and the main arena. If you would like to reserve a spot, please contact us in advance to do so.

Question 21

Will there be a cash point?

Accepted Answer

No, we do advise to bring cash for the weekend. Generally, our traders do take card payments, but we are in the West Country (not yet reached the 21st century), so it can be a bit temperamental! There is a cash point at the local garage, a short walk from the site.

Question 22

Can I sleep in my car?

Accepted Answer

In short, no, you cannot. Your live-in vehicle must have purpose-built sleeping facilities and either fitted cooking or washing facilities.

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