Some of our favourite family-friendly festivals on offer in 2018
Family holidays and camping trips can get quite similar after a while and that sometimes means that they lose their magic. Rather than going to the same campsite with the same local amenities and doing the same activities, try one of the many fantastic family-friendly festivals taking place in the UK this year instead!
Finding a family-friendly festival isn’t always easy and you don’t want to spend hours searching for one that’s right for you only to find it sold out months ago. So, to help you to start planning, we’ve compiled a list of the leading family-friendly festivals in the UK in 2018 – in date order – for you to choose your favourite.
Once you’ve decided be sure to read our Festival Checklist to make sure that you’ve got all the important equipment you need!
Festivals in May 2018
Cosmic Puffin – Essex
When: Saturday 5th May 2018
Where: Mersea Youth Camp, Mersea Island, CO5 8SX
Why: A music festival featuring around 100 bands that you may never have heard of before but you could fall in love with over the course of this one-day, family friendly music festival. Tickets can be bought online with prices including the cost of camping so you can make a real family weekend of it. Great for families who love listening to live music, having fun and sleeping out under the stars.
How much: £25 including camping. 12-16 £15, free for under 12s (with a paying adult)
Find out more at:http://www.cosmicpuffin.org.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Colchester
Faerie Festival – East Sussex
When: 18th to 20th May 2018
Where: Pleasant Rise Farm, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TN
Why: For a truly magical weekend there’s nothing quite like the Faerie Festival. Filled with all kinds of family-friendly activities including workshops, music, camping and more live entertainment you’ll have the opportunity to try something new and unlike any other festival in the country this year.
How much: Adult weekend tickets £27.50 (1 night), £52.50 (2 night) or £77.50 (3 nights); Children aged 5-15 weekend tickets £10 (1 night), £15 (2 nights) or £20 (3 nights)
Find out more at:http://www.magicalfestivals.co.uk/
Wood Festival – Oxfordshire
When: 18th to 20th May 2018
Where: Braziers Park, Oxfordshire
Why: Music, workshops, food and drink plus some beautiful countryside make Wood one of the most beautiful and fun family festivals on the calendar. Described as a festival of music and nature you’ll have the opportunity to try a wealth of new activities and listen to bands you may and may not have heard of out in the great outdoors.
How much: £89 – adult weekend tickets, £20 – teen weekend tickets. Children 12 and under go free.
Find out more at:http://www.woodfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Reading
Shropshire Kids Festival – Shropshire
When: Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th May 2018
Where: Shrewsbury Quarry Park
Why: With all kinds of things to see and do the Shropshire Kids Festival is great for families and children of all ages. Packed full of active, hands-on activities to keep them entertained for hours they’ll have the chance to try different sports, drama, music and much more.
How much: Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children over 3) £25
Find out more at:http://www.shropshirekidsfest.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Shrewsbury
Bearded Theory – Derbyshire
When: 24th to 27th May 2018
Where: Catton Hall, Derbyshire
Why: One of the UK’s most popular family friendly festivals, Bearded Theory is an event that is selling out faster and faster each year. With big-name music acts performing on stage plus a whole host of activities to get involved in over the course of the weekend with Bearded School and Rogue’s Corner for the younger ones looking to explore without mum and dad!
How much: Adult weekend camping £120.75, Teen (12-15) weekend camping £57.75, Child weekend camping £29.40, Under 5s go free
Find out more at:http://www.beardedtheory.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Derby or Erdington, Birmingham
Knockengorroch – Dumfries & Galloway
When: 24th to 27th May 2018
Where: Knockengorroch, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Why: With all kinds of different music to listen to, Knockengorroch attracts families from all walks of life. From traditional Celtic music to artists performing styles from all over the globe it’s an opportunity to camp out in the Carsphairn Hills in Scotland and listen to a whole host of new acts. Plenty of activities for children to get involved in to keep them entertained between shows.
How much: Adult 4-Day Weekend ticket (advance) £125.55, Youth 4-Day Weekend ticket (advance) £61.19
Find out more at:https://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/
Ireby Festival – Cumbria
When: 25th to 26th May 2018
Where: Ireby, Lake District
Why: Ireby Festival is set within the picturesque Lake District, approximately 12 miles from Keswick to the west of the region. Over the course of the weekend the village is transformed into the host location for this unforgettable family music festival which has become renowned for its wonderful atmosphere and range of live acts.
How much: Weekend Adult £65 (under 17s £25), Friday Adult £33 (under 17s £20), Saturday Adult £37 (under 17s £20)
Find out more at:http://www.irebyfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Penrith
Festival on the Moor – North Yorkshire
When: 25th to 28th May 2018
Where: Botton Village, Danby, Yorkshire
Why: A folk festival unlike any other, the Great North Folk Festival packs a wealth of live acts into the Bank Holiday weekend in the heart of the Yorkshire Moors. With festival bar, workshops, café and much more to keep you entertained and well fed, the festival is a great place to make new friends and enjoy live music in a relaxed environment.
How much: Weekend Adult £40, Weekend Child (10-17) £20, free for kids under 10.
Find out more at:http://www.festivalonthemoor.co.uk
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Stockton-On-Tees
Geronimo Fest – Cheshire
When: 25th to 28th May 2018
Where: Arley Hall, Cheshire
Why: More than 130 acts and a variety of different forms of family friendly entertainment make Geronimo Festival one of the UK’s most popular. The event held at Arley Hall in Cheshire offers everything from live music to activities from the Highland Games and a motorcycle display team.
How much: £30-£60 in advance (one to four-day options), £35-£75 on the gate (one to four-day options)
Find out more at:https://www.geronimofest.com
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Warrington
Elderflower Fields – East Sussex
When: 25th to 28th May 2018
Where: Pippingford Park, East Sussex
Why: The organisers of Elderflower Fields have designed the event around families and children and as they approach their tenth year they’ve maintained their commitment. This year’s festival offers new opportunities to try sports, listen to the music and sample various delicious foods around the venue.
How much: Adult Weekend £130, Child 6-16 Weekend £72.50m Child 3-5 Weekend (£20), Children under 3 Weekend £1
Find out more at:https://www.elderflowerfields.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Basingstoke
Festivals in June 2018
Acoustic Festival – Staffordshire
When: 1st to 3rd June 2018
Where: Uttoxeter Racecourse, Staffordshire
Why: The Uttoxeter Racecourse is transformed into a venue built for music lovers of all ages. With bands and artists playing (as the name suggests) acoustic music combined with a whole array of bars, food outlets and entertainment away from the main stages it’s an event packed full of fun for the whole family.
How much: Adult Weekend £85, Child 10-15 Weekend £20, Junior 5-9 Weekend £5, Day Tickets £40
Find out more at:http://acousticfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Stoke-On-Trent
Wychwood Festival – Gloucestershire
When: 1st to 3rd June 2018
Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire
Why: More than 100 live acts will take to the stage over the course of the weekend with four different stages providing the platform for you to witness some well-known artists and those you might be watching live for the very first time. If that’s not enough there’s also plenty of comedy, talks, workshops and food outlets.
How much: Adult Weekend £137.50, Child (10-15) Weekend £72.50, Child under 10 weekend free
Find out more at:https://wychwoodfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Gloucester
Southwell Folk Festival – Nottinghamshire
When: 7th to 10th June 2018
Where: Southwell Racecourse, Nottinghamshire
Why: Now one of the UK’s most innovative festivals, the Southwell Folk Festival has come a long way in the last few years. From starting out as a traditional folk music and dance festival there are now family friendly events and attractions plus a whole range of new genres to enjoy including country, ska, bluegrass and punk.
How much: Weekend Adult £110, Weekend Youth £61, Weekend Family £281
Find out more at:http://southwellfolkfestival.org.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Nottingham
Keswick Mountain Festival – Cumbria
When: 8th to 10th June 2018
Where: Keswick, Cumbria
Why: The ultimate outdoor weekend returns to Keswick with a vast array of different live music acts, speakers and activities to get involved in. The ideal venue for active families the Keswick Mountain Festival provides an opportunity to learn from the experts while having a go at something new, or listening to live music all weekend long – it’s your weekend, tailor it how you like.
How much: Prices vary according to your weekend package. Festival weekend prices with camping are £77.93 for adults, £44.94 for children 6-17, or £196.68 for a family (2 adults, 2 children); while Activities range from £25 to £40 each.
Find out more at:http://www.keswickmountainfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Penrith
3 Wishes Fairy Festival – Cornwall
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When: 15th to 17th June 2018
Where: Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Cornwall
Why: If you and the family love magical weekends filled with fairies, delicious food and live music then this is the festival for you! Sprinkled with magic fairy dust the 3 Wishes Fairy Festival offers hundreds of stalls, talks, workshops and musicians for the whole family to enjoy. To coincide with Unicorn Day at 3 Wishes we will be attempting to break the record for “The Largest Gathering of People wearing Unicorn horns”. Visit the site to find out more about this attempt and what rules need to be followed to qualify.
How much: Weekend Adult from £30, Weekend Child free, Weekend Family from £120.
Find out more at:https://fairyfestival.co.uk/
Isle of Wight Festival – Isle of Wight
When: 21st to 24th June 2018
Where: Isle of Wight
Why: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Isle of Wight festival by taking children for free! With some truly incredible live music acts including Liam Gallagher, Rita Ora and The Killers to name just a few; the Isle of Wight has become the go-to venue for live music weekends.
How much: Weekend Adult £209, Weekend Teen £150, Weekend Child Free.
Find out more at:http://isleofwightfestival.com/
Solas Festival – Perth
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When: 22nd to 24th June 2018
Where: Blackruthven, Perth
Why: The Solas Festival is an event designed for lovers of music and the arts. This year’s event features a wealth of well-known folk artists plus poets, playwrights, authors and talks from leading professors and scientists that will open your minds.
How much: Adult Weekend £100, Youth (12-17) Weekend £32, Child (under 11) Free.
Find out more at:http://www.solasfestival.co.uk/
3foot People Festival
When: 26th to 28th June 2018
Where: Hylands Park, Chelmsford
Why: A unique experience for pre-school children this particular event provides the opportunity for little people to get involved in a whole range of activities aimed at entertaining and educating (in a fun way!)
How much: £12 for children 2-5, £6 for children 1-2 and £2 for children 1 and under
Find out more at:https://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/leisure-theatres-and-museums/festivals-and-special-events/3foot-people-festival/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Basildon
Festivals in July 2018
Blisscamp – Hampshire
When: (UPDATE) This year’s festival has unfortunate cancelled but please keep an eye out for 2019 dates.
Where: Vicarage Farm, Winchester, Hampshire
Why: With a carefree atmosphere, incredible live performances by musicians, countless workshops helping you to learn new skills and an abundance of shows and exhibits to watch at your leisure; Blisscamp has evolved into one of the leading family friendly festivals in the UK.
How much: 3-Day Weekend Ticket – Adult £100, Youth £85.
Find out more at:http://www.blissfields.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Southampton
Maverick Festival – Suffolk
When: 6th to 8th July 2018
Where: Easton Farm Park, Suffolk
Why: Packed full of workshops, films and live acts up on the stage; Maverick Festival provides an opportunity for the whole family to get in touch with your American roots – or to grow some! If you love all things country and western, and the various forms of American entertainment, then this is the event for you.
How much: Weekend Adult with Camping £100, Adult Day £50 Saturday or £25 Sunday, Children 10-15 £25, Under 10s go free.
Find out more at:https://maverickfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Ipswich
Latitude Festival – Suffolk
When: 12th to 15th July 2018
Where: Henham Park, Suffolk
Why: As one of the UK’s leading music festivals, Latitude attracts some of the world’s leading artists to its stages. Headlined this year by the likes of The Killers, Alt-J, The Vaccines, Wolf Alice and The Charlatans; plus a wealth of famous comedians taking to the stage to keep you laughing all weekend. There’s a designated family camping area and activities for children, too.
How much: Adult weekend ticket £197.50, Child (under 13) weekend ticket £15
Find out more at:https://www.latitudefestival.com/
Beat Herder Festival – Lancashire
When: 13th to 15th July 2018
Where: Ribble Valley, Lancashire
Why: Beat Herder Festival has grown and evolved since it first began back in 2006. With 16 different areas for music acts – both new and established – plus bars, trader stalls and fairground rides to keep the whole family busy all weekend.
How much: Adult Weekend £144.70 to £158, Youth (13-17) Weekend £90.40, Child (2-12) Weekend £27.50, Children under 2 free.
Find out more at:http://beatherder.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Blackburn
Doune the Rabbit Hole – Stirling
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Image Credit: Laura Aitchison
When: 13th to 15th July 2018
Where: Cardross Estate, Stirling, Scotland
Why: Showcasing the very best in traditional Scottish music as well as introducing a variety of international styles and acts, the Doune the Rabbit Hole festival is an innovative event that is fast becoming one of the UK’s leading family friendly events.
How much: Adult Weekend with Camping £70, Youth (12-18) with Camping £30, Children under 12 free
Find out more at:http://dounetherabbithole.co.uk
Cornbury Festival – Oxfordshire
When: 13th to 15th July 2018
Where: The Great Tew Park, Oxfordshire
Why: As the leading music festival in the Cotswolds, Cornbury Festival is back this year with bigger acts than ever before. If you love listening to new, up-and-coming acts then you’ve got plenty to choose from; but if the likes of UB40, Alanis Morisette, Pixie Lott, Squeeze, Marc Cohn, Amy MacDonald and Lissie are on your list of must-see acts then you’ll be able to see them all in one fantastic, family friendly weekend in the countryside.
How much: Adult Weekend with Camping £226, Youth Weekend with Camping £135, Child Weekend with Camping £35.
Find out more at:http://www.cornburyfestival.com/
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival – Gloucestershire
When: 14th to 15th July 2018
Where: Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury
Why: If you and your family enjoy history then this is the festival for you. Tewkesbury plays host to Europe’s largest medieval re-enactment with plenty for the whole family to do. There are various battles to watch live, music and entertainment plus food and drink in abundance – and entry is free! There is just a small charge for parking.
How much: Free entry for all, just a small parking charge.
Find out more at:https://www.tewkesburymedievalfestival.org/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Gloucester
Citadel Festival – London
When: 15th July 2018
Where: Gunnersbury Park, London
Why: Citadel Festival is a one-day event held in central London that brings together lovers of all types of music genres. From pop music to rock, folk to rap, Citadel puts on a show made for music-loving families. Packing it all into one day means there’s never a period with nobody to watch or listen to, great for those with teenagers who want everything now!
How much: £49.50
Find out more at:http://citadelfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Edgware Road
Buddhafield – Somerset
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When: 18th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Taunton, Somerset
Why: Celebrate spirituality, communication and celebrate the land with 3,000 others at Buddhafield. With song, dance, crafts, yoga, meditation and many more activities; plus a wealth of workshops and vegan and vegetarian cafes to try; it’s a great place to go to have fun and relax at the same time.
How much: Adult £145, Youth (6-17) £50, Children under 6 free.
Find out more at:http://www.buddhafield.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Taunton
Bluedot – Cheshire
When: 19th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire
Why: There couldn’t be a more perfect event for families with a range of interests. It’s often difficult to find an event that captures the imagination of a whole family, but Bluedot does just that by combining out-of-this-world music acts with ground-breaking science experiments and talks from the experts. A must-see event for music and science loving families set against the backdrop of the iconic Lovell Telescope.
How much: Weekend tickets from £169.
Find out more at:https://www.discoverthebluedot.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Stockport
Larmer Tree Festival – Cranborne Chase
When: 19th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Larmer Tree Gardens, Cranborne Chase
Why: For an event that combines entertainment with plenty of activities and a stunning backdrop, they don’t come much better than Larmer Tree Festival. There is a variety of different acts on stage including local, national and international musicians, outdoor theatre, art and much more besides with plenty of things to keep the kids busy between shows.
How much: Adult Weekend £179, Child Weekend £112, children under 11 go free.
Find out more at:http://larmertreefestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Poole
Deer Shed Festival 9 – North Yorkshire
Deer Shed Festival
When: 20th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Baldersby Park, North Yorkshire
Why: This year’s festival theme is “Making Waves” so get ready to make a splash, dive in and enjoy an amazing line up of music for the big kids and fun activities and workshops for the little kids. There’s science workshops for your budding geeks, the ever popular Wilderwild – where getting back in touch with nature is fun and interesting and of course plenty for the little tots to get stuck into. Under 5’s can enjoy sandpits, story time, messy & sensory play and of course the Teeny Beans Tent for crafts.
How much: Multiple tiers for weekend, day or camping, Under 2 go free!
Find out more at:http://deershedfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Leeds
Truck Festival – Oxfordshire
When: 20th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Hill Farm, Oxfordshire
Why: Going into its 20th year, Truck Festival has brought music lovers together in the Oxfordshire countryside and given them some of the largest and best emerging bands – and this year will be no different. Billed as one of the UK’s best music festivals it’s a great place to witness up-and-coming acts as well as plenty of established artists plus food, drink and much more.
How much: Weekend Tickets start at £110
Find out more at:https://truckfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Oxford
Curious Arts Festival – Hampshire
When: 20th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Pylewell Park, Hampshire
Why: One of the biggest and best festivals of the arts in the whole of the UK. With live performances from authors, poets, comics and musicians there is something for everyone with a whole range of kids activities throughout the weekend.
How much: Weekend Family Ticket £279, Weekend Adult Ticket £128, Weekend Child £23
Find out more at:http://curiousartsfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Southampton
Nozstock – Herefordshire
When: 20th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Rowden Paddocks, Herefordshire
Why: The Nozstock Festival was designed to appeal to all members of all families and it continues to tick every box. Taking over the Herefordshire countryside for a weekend packed full of arts, music, food, drink and entertainment there is always something going on on the main stage or on one of the many smaller, secluded stages waiting to be discovered.
How much: Adult Weekend £135, Teen Weekend £105, Under 12s go free
Find out more at:http://nozstock.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Kidderminster
Stainsby Festival – Derbyshire
When: 20th to 22nd July 2018
Where: Stainsby, Derbyshire
Why: An intimate festival held in a beautiful location, Stainsby Festival showcases a variety of different folk musicians plus artists and genres from around the world. There are also music workshops for those looking to get into playing or writing music, plus literature, theatre, film and much more.
How much: Weekend Tickets £70, Youth (12-17) Weekend Tickets £35, Children Under 12 go free.
Find out more at:http://www.stainsbyfestival.org.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Chesterfield
The Godney Gathering – Somerset
When: 21st July 2018
Where: Garslade Farm, Glastonbury
Why: A music event that’s growing in popularity every year, The Godney Gathering is an alternative event to its bigger neighbour in Glastonbury with plenty of incredible music acts and a variety of different things for the kids to do. With music the main attraction, there are also plenty of activities to get involved in including circus skills and workshops.
How much: £25
Find out more at:https://www.thegodneygathering.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Taunton
Marvellous – Berkshire
When: 21st to 22nd July 2018
Where: Dinton Pastures Country Park, Berkshire
Why: With a blend of 15 top acts on the festival main stage and a variety of emerging acts appearing on other stages across the Country Park, Marvellous Festival packs an awful lot into a two-day event. With food and drink outlets, free activities for children and a fairground to keep you all entertained all weekend long you don’t want to miss out.
How much: Adult Weekend £70, Child (5-15) Weekend £35, Under 5s go free
Find out more at:http://www.marvellousfestivals.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Reading
Standon Calling – Hertfordshire
When: 26th to 29th July 2018
Where: Standon, Hertfordshire
Why: Not only is this popular festival one of the UK’s most family friendly, it’s also pet friendly so you can take your furry friend along with you. Packed full of top music acts and comedians it’s one for the whole family to enjoy.
How much: Adult Weekend £159 (+BF), Young Adult Weekend (16-17)* £149 (+£BF), Teen Weekend (13-15) £139 (+£BF), Child Weekend (4-12) £45 (+BF), Infant Weekend (0-3) £5 (+BF)
Find out more at:https://standon-calling.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Harlow
Camp Bestival – Dorset
When: 26th to 29th July 2018
Where: Lulworth Castle, Dorset
Why: Camp Bestival offers an amazing line-up of musicians from across the genres ensuring that there is something there that appeals to everyone. In addition to the local and national favourites there are up-and-coming acts and numerous different performers from across the arts including contemporary theatre and spoken word discussions. Away from the main stages there are all kinds of things to see and do down on the Dorset coast including go-karting, sports park and a fairy tale kingdom.
How much: Adult Weekend £187.50, Student Weekend £180, Teen Weekend £119, Child Weekend £93.75, 5-9 £33, Child under 4 Weekend £11.
Find out more at:http://www.campbestival.net/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Poole
Y Not Festival – Derbyshire
When: 26th to 29th July 2018
Where: Pikehall, Derbyshire
Why: Described by organisers as a care-free music festival set in the heart of the Peak District, Y Not Festival continues to attract people from across the country to experience a wide variety of new and established music acts. The countryside provides the ideal platform for the festival with an abundance of space allowing organisers to bring in more stages, more entertainment, more activities and greater facilities.
How much: Prices start at £114.50 for weekend tickets
Find out more at:https://ynotfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Chesterfield
Port Eliot Festival – Cornwall
When: 26th to 29th July 2018
Where: St Germans, Cornwall
Why: Cornwall isn’t just a great place to visit, it’s a great place to experience and Port Eliot Festival enables you to engage with this part of the country and understand what makes it so special. With plenty of activities, workshops and live performances from across the arts it’s a truly special family friendly festival.
How much: Adult Weekend £170, Family Weekend £440, Young Person (14-17) Weekend £105, Child (8-13) Weekend £75, Children under 8 go free.
Find out more at:https://porteliotfestival.com/
SanchoPanza – Hertfordshire
When: 27th to 29th July 2018
Where: Hertfordshire
Why: With a background in carnivals the organisers behind SanchoPanza bring another fantastic event to the Hertfordshire countryside. Less than an hour away from London is an event that showcases live music, circus acts, workshops, family activities and a crafty kids factory to help the younger ones learn new skills.
How much: £130-164 for Adult Weekend tickets, 6-17 £40, Children under 5 go free
Find out more at:http://www.sanchopanza.org/
Festivals in August 2018
Tartan Heart Festival – Inverness
When: 2nd to 4th August 2018
Where: Belladrum Estate, Inverness-shire
Why: One of the UK’s leading festivals returns to the Belladrum Estate in 2018 with another jam-packed weekend of live music. With its Scottish theme evident everywhere you look from the fantastic acts on stage to the crowd in their Tartan outfits, it’s a great family weekend in the Highlands.
How much: Adult 3-Day Ticket £155.49, Children 12 and under go free
Find out more at:http://www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Inverness
Harlequin Fayre – Norfolk
When: 2nd to 5th August 2018
Where: Secret Destination to the west of Norwich
Why: One of the UK’s most secretive but popular events returns with a whole range of musical performances, circus shows, dance events and more family entertainment than you could imagine! The exact location is a closely guarded secret that’s only given out when you purchase your tickets.
How much: Adult £75, Teen (15-17) £50, Youth (12-14) £30, Child (3-11) £15, Children under 2 go free
Find out more at:http://www.harlequinfayre.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Norwich
Wilderness Festival – Oxfordshire
When: 2nd to 5th August 2018
Where: Cornbury Park, Oxfordshire
Why: Tailor your weekend how you want to at Wilderness Festival. With the ability to choose everything from the type of campsite to the workshops you take part in and the live acts you watch on the various different stages; Wilderness is an opportunity for the whole family to experience something different.
How much: Varies according to the package. See website for details.
Find out more at:https://www.wildernessfestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Oxford
Neverworld by LeeFest – Kent
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When: 2nd to 5th August 2018
Where: Hever, Kent
Why: A festival that started with one man building a stage at home while his parents were away has now become one of the UK’s leading independent festivals. This year, Neverworld by LeeFest is being held in Hever in Kent and has attracted some of the UK’s leading musicians and much more besides in what is described as “a kingdom of music, party and wonder.”
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How much: Adult Weekend £130.94, Teen Weekend £60, Children under 12 (accompanied by an adult) free
Find out more at:https://neverworld.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Tonbridge
Cambridge Folk Festival – Cambridge
When: 2nd to 5th August 2018
Where: Cherry Hinton Hall Park, Cambridge
Why: Held just 15 minutes from the city centre in beautiful surroundings, Cambridge Folk Festival is an opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the best of folk music from a range of new and established artists. Cambridge is famous for folk music and has become the go-to place for bands and solo artists looking to make a name for themselves so it’s a great opportunity to see some of these acts up close.
How much: Weekend Ticket £175 (reduced to £145 for Cambridge residents), 18-21 £123.50, “Personal Assistant” £35.50
Find out more at:https://www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk/folk-festival/
110 Above Festival – Leicestershire
When: 3rd to 5th August 2018
Where: Gopsall Hall Farm, Leicestershire
Why: A music event hidden away in Leicestershire’s wonderful countryside and restricted to just 1,000 people, 110 Above Festival offers an unforgettable experience for visitors. With some incredible live music performances and a whole host of activities to keep you entertained all weekend long, it’s one not to be missed this summer.
How much: Adult Weekend £89.25, 12-15 Weekend £68.25, Children under 12 free
Find out more at:https://www.110above.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Loughborough
Valley Fest – Bristol
When: 3rd to 5th August 2018
Where: Chew Valley Lake, Bristol
Why: With sumptuous food to eat and cook yourself, spectacular views to take in and incredible live music to watch; Valley Fest is one of the UK’s leading family friendly festivals. A national event with a local feel, Valley Fest offers the very best of the south west over the course of one summer weekend.
How much: Adult Weekend £110 including camping, Teen Weekend £45, Child £25, 3-5 £15, 2 and under go free
Find out more at:https://valleyfest.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Bristol
Festival on the Farm – Swindon
When: 3rd to 5th August 2018
Where: Purton House Organics, near Swindon
Why: A small and family-friendly festival held on an organic farm in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside – what’s not to love about that!? With great bands, food and beer from the local area – and wider afield with its growing reputation – this is a family and eco-friendly event you’ll all enjoy.
How much: Adult Weekend £35, Teen Weekend £20, Children 12 and Under free
Find out more at:https://www.festivalonthefarm.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Swindon
Starry Skies – Monmouthshire
When: 8th to 12th August 2018
Where: Usk Valley, Monmouthshire
Why: The Starry Skies festival was established to help families holiday together in a safe environment packed full of entertainment, With the chance to spend time as a family in the great outdoors, seeing everything nature has to offer and relaxing in the countryside it’s one not to be missed. If that doesn’t appeal on its own, there is an abundance of activities and things to see including live music and entertainment, arts and crafts workshops and much more.
How much: Adult Weekend £166.95, 3-17 Years £40, under 3 free
Find out more at:https://www.starry-skies.net/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Cardiff
Boomtown Fair – Winchester
When: 9th to 12th August 2018
Where: Matterley Estate, Winchester
Why: Boomtown has grown into one of the UK’s leading independent festivals and celebrates its 10th year in 2018. With everything from treetop adventures and interactive play for the youngsters to live music and entertainment for the adults; it truly is a family friendly festival with something for everyone.
How much: Adult £198 to £243, Teen £203.50, Children under 12 free
Find out more at:https://www.boomtownfair.co.uk
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Southampton
Lakefest – Herefordshire
When: 9th to 12th August 2018
Where: Eastnor Deer Park, Ledbury
Why: With plenty for kids and big kids over the course of the weekend, Lakefest is much more than a typical music festival. Sure, there are some great acts taking to the stage in the Malvern Hills but there are also activities including soft play, BMX riding, dance events and off-road driving to keep you entertained all weekend long.
How much: Adult Weekend £99.75, Teen Weekend £42.40, Child Weekend £26.80, Children under 5 go free
Find out more at:https://lakefest.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Gloucester
KingsStock – Bedfordshire
When: 10th to 12th August 2018
Where: Moggerhanger Park, Bedfordshire
Why: Described as a festival of creativity inspired by a life of faith, KingsStock is a donation-supported festival held at a fabulous stately home and supported by a wealth of volunteers who combine a love of music with their faith.
How much: Adult Weekend £40, Child 10-17 £27.50, Under 10 £10.
Find out more at:http://www.kingsstock.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Bedford
Green Man – Brecon Beacons
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When: 16th to 19th August 2018
Where: Crickhowell, Brecon Beacons
Why: Unlike most festivals, Green Man gives visitors the opportunity to venture off-site with a Settler’s Pass to experience the best of the local area as well as some wonderful acts on the stages around the venue. With special discounts that enable you to experience waterfalls, castles, heritage sites and much more besides; it’s a family weekend where you never quite know what you’ll discover! You can also purchase Festival Passes which give you the traditional festival access.
How much: Adult £180 – £225, Student £155-£200, Teen £115-£155, Children £20-£30, Infants free
Find out more at:http://www.greenman.net/
Purbeck Valley Folk Festival – Dorset
When: 16th to 19th August 2018
Where: Purbeck Valley Farm, Jurassic Coast
Why: A festival set on a farm that appeals to adults, the elderly and the young through its wide range of activities and entertainment; the Purbeck Valley Folk Festival is set across four stages and a wonderful summer weekend with workshops, poetry readings and – of course – high quality folk music.
How much: Adult Weekend £116, Youth (13-17) £66, Child (4-12) £36
Find out more at:http://www.purbeckvalleyfolkfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Poole
Beautiful Days – Devon
When: 17th to 19th August 2018
Where: Escot Park, Devon
Why: Beautiful Days is a family-friendly event hosted in Devon that was organised and managed by The Levellers. With six stages of live music plus a wealth of workshops and activities for children including a dedicated play area; and then there are craft stalls, live comedy and walkabout theatre to keep you entertained throughout the weekend.
How much: Adult Weekend £142.50, 10-16 £70, 5-Under 10 £40, Under 5s £5.
Find out more at:http://www.beautifuldays.org/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Exeter
Just So Festival – Cheshire
When: 17th to 19th August 2018
Where: Rode Hall, Cheshire
Why: Just So Festival has been designed as a fun-filled camping festival perfect for the whole family. Packed full of art, music, literature and much more besides – all within a wonderful landscape – the festival is a weekend where you can learn about culture and the great outdoors.
How much: Adult Weekend £140, Child Weekend £50, Under 3s free
Find out more at:http://www.justsofestival.org.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Stoke-On-Trent
Gloworm Festival – Nottinghamshire
When: 18th and 19th August 2018
Where: Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire
Why: With families encouraged to come together and have fun in a safe environment, Gloworm Festival is an opportunity to get creative in the great outdoors with plenty to keep you occupied throughout the day and night. With tons of live music and theatre performances, and workshops all included in the price of the ticket, it’s one of the most cost-effective and family friendly festivals in the country.
How much: Weekend Family £120, Weekend Adult £40, Weekend Child £18, Weekend Child Under 3 free. Camping priced at £105 per pitch for 3 nights.
Find out more at:http://glowormfestival.co.uk/
Shambala – Northamptonshire
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When: 23rd to 26th August 2018
Where: Northamptonshire
Why: Set in a secret and picturesque location in the countryside, Shambala is a mysterious event that has to be seen to be believed. What we do know is that there are more than 200 different music acts performing on 12 stages over the course of the Bank Holiday weekend, along with numerous workshops, interactive theatre, poetry readings and a whole range of different child-friendly activities.
How much: Adult Weekend £155.50-£195.50, Teen £92.50, Child (5-14) £40.50, Children under 5 free.
Find out more at:http://www.shambalafestival.org/
Camper Calling – Warwickshire
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When: 24th to 26th August 2018
Where: Warwickshire
Why: If you and the family love getting away in a VW camper van then this event is right up your street. It’s a family friendly festival designed around those with a love for classic campers with plenty of activities, traders and more to enjoy.
How much: Adult Weekend £89, Child Weekend £10, Child under 5 Free.
Find out more at:https://www.campercalling.com/
The Big Feastival – Oxfordshire
When: 24th to 26th August 2018
Where: Alex James’ Farm, the Cotswolds
Why: Street food vendors, licensed bars and live music – what’s not to love?! Alex James’ Farm plays host to the Big Feastival over the August Bank Holiday weekend and offers the chance for visitors to experience the very best of freshly cooked food in an amazing environment. Plus, with live music and entertainment all weekend long, there’s plenty to keep you smiling.
How much: Adult Weekend £149.50, Teen Weekend £89.50, 12 and Under Weekend £26.15
Find out more at:https://thebigfeastival.com/
Sunshine Music Festival – Worcestershire
When: 24th to 26th August 2018
Where: Upton-upon-Severn
Why: Live music, a circus, plenty of local food and drink vendors and (hopefully) loads of sunshine make Sunshine Music Festival incredibly popular. Upton-upon-Severn becomes an incredible setting for the event that has attracted a number of top music and entertainment acts over the years and will continue to do so in 2018. There are also plenty of things to do as a family including circus workshops and the amazing inflatable land with all kinds of different inflatable play areas and obstacles.
How much: Family Ticket (2 Adult & 3 Teen) £299, Adult Weekend with camping £95, Teen (13-17) £70, 12 and under free.
Find out more at:http://www.uptonfestival.co.uk
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Gloucester
Shrewsbury Folk Festival – Shrewsbury
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When: 24th to 27th August 2018
Where: West Midlands Showground, Shrewsbury
Why: Whether you’ve been to folk festivals before or not, Shrewsbury Folk Festival is unlike any other and offers a whole host of family events over the Bank Holiday weekend. The event has a reputation for being one of the UK’s leading folk festivals and the organisers are always looking to add more top acts each year. There are various caterers on-site providing all kinds of foods plus free Wi-Fi, toilets and showers. There is also entertainment laid on specifically for children and young people including workshops and live acts on the family stages.
How much: Family Weekend Tickets £390-£440, Adult Weekend £165, Youth £100, Child 5-10 £50, Children under 5 free.
Find out more at:https://shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Shrewsbury
England’s Medieval Festival – East Sussex
England Medieval Festival
When: 25th to 27th August 2018
Where: Herstmonceux Castle, East Sussex
Why: Go back in time and experience one of the best medieval re-enactment weekends anywhere in the UK. Whether it’s your first time visiting or you’ve been attending for several years, there’s always something new at this one-of-a-kind event in fabulous surroundings. Everything is taken back in time from the way volunteers speak to you to the sights, smells, sounds and decoration – there’s even a dedicated kids’ kingdom for the little ones.
How much: Weekend Adult including accommodation on-site £97, Student £87, Child 5-12 £47, Children under 5 go free.
Find out more at:http://www.englandsmedievalfestival.com/
Kaya Festival at One Love – Somerset
When: 31st August 2018
Where: Glastonbury
Why: Kaya Festival is an incredible blend of music styles brought together for one weekend in Glastonbury as part of the One Love Festival. From traditional Welsh music to rock, reggae and much more besides it’s a traditional music festival that’s truly unique.
How much: Weekend Camping £135, Day Tickets £45
Find out more at:http://kayafestival.com/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Taunton
Festivals in September 2018
Festival Number 6 – North Wales
When: 6th to 9th September 2018
Where: Portmeirion, North Wales
Why: Festival Number 6 is an award-winning event famous for its fabulous coastal location and its vast array of entertainment. With music, arts, culture, food and drink plus a whole range of workshops and live performances for the kids to partake in; the unique event and country surroundings make this a festival unlike any other.
How much: Adult Weekend including camping £205 (no camping £195), Youth Weekend camping £140 (no camping £130), Child weekend £10
Find out more at:https://festivalnumber6.com/
OnBlackheath – London
When: 9th & 10th September 2018
Where: Blackheath, London SE3
Why: For an unforgettable weekend of live music and family-friendly entertainment – all within a short distance of the centre of London – OnBlackheath is the place to be. With tons of great live musicians, amazing food and entertainment that will keep the kids engaged for hours, OnBlackheath even attracts people from north of the River!
How much: Adult Weekend £90, Teen Weekend £55, Child 5-12 £15, children under 5 free.
Find out more at:http://www.onblackheath.com/
The Good Life Experience – Flintshire
When: 14th to 16th September 2018
Where: Hawarden Estate Farm Shop, Flintshire
Why: Described as a festival of discovery and adventure, the Good Life Experience provides plenty of entertainment combined with plenty that will get you thinking and learning, too. Music, food, books, poems, workshops and talks come together in the great outdoors over one weekend in September with all kinds of children’s activities like a kids’ play fort, bug workshops and much more.
How much: Adult Weekend with camping £139 (£109 no camping), Youth Weekend with camping £72 (no camping £49), Children under 11 free.
Find out more at:https://www.thegoodlifeexperience.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Chester
Into the Trees – Sussex
When: 14th to 16th September 2018
Where: Pippingford Park, Uckfield
Why: One of the most adventurous family friendly events on the calendar, Into the Trees gives you the chance to get out into the woods and to experience new challenges and activities as a family. With all kinds of challenges to overcome including rope swings and tree climbs, it’s a wonderful place to have fun and learn new skills.
How much: Family (2 adult, 3 children under 16) £85, Adult Weekend £30, Children 5-16 £15, Under 5s £4.
Find out more at:https://www.into-the-trees.co.uk/
Need extra kit? Your nearest GO store is:Tonbridge
