Lakefest: Weekend Tickets

at Lakefest
Ledbury Available from Wed 5 Aug to Sun 9 Aug

Under 5s camp for free

Plus cheaper entry for children + teens

Book Lakefest 2026 Weekend Tickets & enjoy the full festival experience in Herefordshire

If one day simply isn't enough, Lakefest 2026 Weekend Tickets give you the ultimate festival getaway. Spend five days surrounded by live music, camping, family entertainment, food, drinks and an unbeatable atmosphere in the stunning surroundings of Eastnor Castle Deer Park.

  • Enjoy the complete Lakefest experience from arrival to the final encore
  • Weekend Tickets include camping, parking and showers
  • See every headline artist and explore multiple stages across the weekend
  • Enjoy family activities, workshops, retro gaming, BMX shows and wellbeing experiences
  • Stay in the heart of the action with family or general camping included
  • Upgrade your stay with VIP, accommodation, pitches and premium festival extras

Please note: Camping arrival is anytime from 3pm on Wednesday 5th August 2026 and departure must be 12pm Monday 10th 2026.

Camping is included with your weekend Festival Ticket, just turn up, pick your space and pitch your tent.  Depending on where you decide to pitch it can be between a 2-10 minute stroll to both the arena and car park. 

Lakefest 2026 Weekend Tickets Festival information

  • Dates: 5th - 9th August 2026
  • Location: Eastnor Castle Deer Park, Eastnor, Herefordshire HR8 1EN
  • Camping: Included with all Weekend Tickets
  • Parking: Included with Weekend Tickets
  • Showers: Included with Weekend Tickets
  • Suitable For: All ages
  • Under 18s: Must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 25+

Enjoy every day of the Lakefest 2026 line-up

Weekend Tickets mean you'll never have to choose between artists. Arrive, pitch up and enjoy every headline set, favourite band and festival moment across the entire weekend.

  • Thursday 6th August: The Charlatans headline alongside EMF, Ferocious Dog, The Bluetones and more
  • Friday 7th August: Example headlines with Soul II Soul, The Undertones, Scouting For Girls, The Entitled Sons and more
  • Saturday 8th August: Madness tops the bill alongside Kai Bosch, Dub Catalyst, Riding The Low and more
  • Sunday 9th August: Bananarama closes the festival with Lightning Seeds, Elvana, Chesney Hawkes, The Jam UK and more
  • Across the weekend: Live music across the Abbey Main Stage, Funkytown and The Cheshire Cat Club

Camping, family fun and festival memories included

Lakefest has become one of the UK's favourite family-friendly festivals thanks to its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful setting and huge range of activities beyond the music.

  • Family and general camping included with Weekend Tickets
  • Free kids' activities, arts and crafts and creative workshops
  • Magic shows, storytelling and family entertainment
  • Retro gaming experiences
  • BMX stunt demonstrations and performances
  • Yoga, mindfulness and wellbeing activities
  • Food vendors, bars and festival shopping areas

Stay for the whole weekend at Eastnor Castle Deer Park

Set beneath the Malvern Hills in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, Lakefest combines major live music acts with the relaxed atmosphere of a true camping festival. Arrive early, settle into your campsite and enjoy every moment from the first performance to the final headline set.

Whether you're visiting with friends, family or fellow music lovers, Weekend Tickets are the best way to experience everything Lakefest 2026 has to offer.

Location

Eastnor Deer Park

Eastnor Castle,
Ledbury,
Herefordshire,
HR8 1EN
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How to find us

By car:

Situated just outside Ledbury in the heart of the Malvern Hills, Eastnor Castle Deer Park is easily accessible from across the UK’s main motorway network.

The site is conveniently located near junctions 7 and 8 of the M5 motorway, providing straightforward access from Birmingham, Bristol and the South West. If travelling from the north, you can exit the M5 at junction 7 and follow the A449 road towards Malvern and Ledbury. From the south, leave the M5 at junction 8 and follow the M50 motorway to junction 2, then take the A417 road towards Ledbury.

The festival site is well signposted as you approach Ledbury. Please follow official Lakefest signage rather than sat nav instructions for the final part of your journey.

Parking at Lakefest is included with your ticket, so there’s no need to purchase a separate car park pass.

By train: 

The most convenient station for Lakefest is Ledbury railway station, just two miles from Eastnor Castle Deer Park — a quick taxi ride and you’ll be at the gates.

Another great option is Colwall railway station, around 10 minutes from the site by car or taxi, offering a simple and stress-free route into the festival.

You can also travel via Great Malvern railway station or Malvern Link railway station, both approximately 20 minutes from Eastnor Castle Deer Park by taxi.

For those travelling from further afield, Cheltenham Spa railway station offers frequent direct services from major cities including London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Glasgow. From there, the festival site is around 30-40 minutes by taxi.

By bus: 

Eastnor Castle is approximately two miles from Ledbury town centre, so you will need to continue your journey by taxi from Ledbury to the festival site.

Facilities
  • Festival parking
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink stalls
  • Free drinking water points
  • Welfare tent
  • Security on site
  • Accessible campsite (included with Weekend Tickets)
  • Showers (included with Weekend Tickets)
More Info
Is Lakefest 2026 wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Lakefest 2026 provides accessible facilities, including an accessible campsite with accessible showers, toilets, car parks and a charging tent for electric wheelchairs.

What age is Lakefest 2026 suitable for?

Lakefest 2026 is a family-friendly festival suitable for all ages. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 25+ with a valid festival ticket, and there is a maximum of 3 under 18s per responsible adult.

Is there food and drink at Lakefest 2026?

Yes, Lakefest 2026 has food and drink available on site, including food stalls, bars and refreshments across the festival.

What do Lakefest 2026 tickets include?

Lakefest 2026 ticket inclusions depend on the ticket type selected.

  • Day Tickets include entry on your chosen day and parking in the Day Car Park.
  • Weekend Tickets include entry for the full festival, camping, parking and showers.
What are the camping times for Lakefest 2026?

You can arrive at anytime from 3pm on Wednesday 5th August 2026 and must depart by 12pm on Monday 10th 2026.

Camping is only included in Weekend Tickets. 

What time do the Lakefest 2026 arena gates open?

The Lakefest 2026 arena gates open at 10am daily on Thursday 6th August, Friday 7th August, Saturday 8th August and Sunday 9th August for festival ticket holders.

Where is Lakefest 2026 held?

Lakefest 2026 is held at Eastnor Castle Deer Park, Eastnor, Herefordshire, HR8 1EN.

Are dogs allowed at Lakefest 2026?

Only assistance dogs are permitted at Lakefest. 

Are these the cheapest tickets for Lakefest 2026?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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