BIG FEASTIVAL FAQs
Here are a few need-to-know nuggets of information about Big Feastival.
WHEN & WHERE
When is the Big Feastival?
Big Feastival runs from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th August 2023. Gates open 8am on Friday and last entry is at 9pm. Please be aware that there is no access after 9pm during the festival weekend.
Where is the Big Feastival?
The Big Feastival site is on Alex James’ Farm near Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UJ. Kingham is a village in the Cotswolds about 4 miles southwest of Chipping Norton.
TRAVEL & ARRIVALS
How do I get to the festival?
Please find some tips below on the most popular methods of getting to the festival. There’s a wealth of travel information on the Big Feastival website here.
Arriving By Road
Those driving to the festival will need to print off the passes purchased from the official ticket supplier and pop them in your windscreen to gain entry.
Head to: Alex James’ Farm near Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UJ. Kingham is a village in the Cotswolds about 4 miles southwest of Chipping Norton.
Where do I park?
Enter through the main vehicle access gate and head for the Blue Car Park where you’ll be directed to a parking spot by the festival stewards. You can then make your way to the festival entrance to get your festival wristbands.
Arriving by Rail
The closest railway station is Kingham, which is just a 3min walk to the festival site. From London Paddington it’s approximately 90 mins to Kingham, with regular trains also running to and from Oxford, Reading, Worcester and Hereford.
What do I need on arrival to the festival?
Please bring your ticket confirmations, ensure your parking pass is visible in your windscreen, and bring some identification for each person attending as well as your booking summary.
You will receive your wristband at the main gate and then please come to Holt Farm Reception tent, where we will be ready and waiting for you – please have the lead booking name ready!
Our staff will show you to your allocated structure, pre-pitched tent or guaranteed plot.
These will be numbered to make it easier for you to find them over the weekend.
What are Holt Farm Reception Opening Times?
Friday 25th August: 8am – 10pm (the festival carpark closes at 9.30pm)
Saturday 26th: 8am – 9pm
Sunday 27th: 8am – 8pm
Monday 28th: 8am – 12 noon (Camp closes at 12pm and all guests must be checked out by this time)
TICKETS & WRISTBANDS
What tickets do I need to stay in Holt Farm?
To stay in Holt Farm you must have Weekend Camping Tickets. Weekend or day tickets will not be valid for these bookings and you will not be allowed to camp. Once you have parked up you will exchange your tickets for wristbands from the ticket accreditation office on entrance to the festival.
If you have not booked Weekend Camping Tickets please get in touch with Big Feastival’s official ticket outlet to upgrade your tickets.
THE CAMP & ACCOMMODATION
What can I expect from staying in Holt Farm?
Holt Farm is a camping field with canvas structures, pre-pitched and guaranteed plots. It is located close to the Village Green with easy access to premium loos, hot showers and parking.
Holt Farm is an extension of The Big Feastival General Camping, so please look at the festival FAQs for more information.
Can I add a tent or awning?
Unfortunately, you cannot have a tent or awning next to your booked structure due to the space available and safety restrictions.
CAMP FACILITIES
What toilets and showers are provided?
There are loos and showers in the Holt Farm and you can purchase a ‘When Nature Calls’ wristband for all-weekend access to the smartest luxury loos onsite.
Can I bring my dog?
As much as we love dogs, things would get a little chaotic if every man and his dog came along. So we’ve decided the men (and women and children) can come, but the dogs must stay at home. Guide and assistance dogs are, of course, welcome.
Is Apple Field an accessible site?
We endeavour to make our campsites as accessible as possible, however they are in an outdoor setting in fields that could pose problems for mobility (particularly in wet weather).
FOOD & DRINK
Can I bring my own food?
Campers are welcome to bring a limited amount of food and drink to Holt Farm, although there will also be concessions nearby serving coffee and breakfasts each morning. A wide selection of food and drink will be available for purchase in the Main Arena, where festival-goers will not be permitted to bring their own items for consumption with the exception of baby food for the littlest ones.
If you plan on cooking then please use the designated cooking areas provided by Big Feastival.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Campers can bring a limited amount of drink to Holt Farm. Drinks will not be allowed into the Main Area, and please note Big Feastival is a glass-free zone.
Is there water on site?
There are drinking water taps stationed throughout the grounds so remember to bring a big water bottle to fill up. A hydrated camper is a happy camper.
Camping Conduct
Whilst we encourage you to have a great time at the festival please respect your fellow campers at all times. Any disturbance caused (particularly at night) will be deemed anti-social behaviour and could result in guilty parties being escorted from the site. In such situations no refunds will be available.
WHAT TO BRING
What should I bring?
Each structure comes with different amenities so make sure you know whether to bring linen, beds or a charge pack for your phone.
Our other top tips are..
Wellies, Waterproofs, Warm Clothes, Rugs etc.
Pack for a British summer and remember your wellies! It can also get mighty chilly at night so it’s a good idea to bring some extra rugs and blankets, even if you leave them in the car.
First Aid
We recommend you bring the odd plaster for that dancing-all-night blister and something to help any pesky hangovers. We do not have dedicated first aid in Holt Farm, in the event of need we will be able to direct and escort you to the Big Feastival first aid enclosure.
Cash
Cash points tend to get busy so do bring some with you for that urgent morning coffee.
