LOOPFEST Fringe: Ash, Reef + The Bluetones Acoustic

Accessibility is very important to the organisers, and they aim to make the event enjoyable for everyone. Because the festival uses multiple venues across Shrewsbury - many of which are older buildings - they cannot guarantee access at every location.

Accessible Venues

• Shrewsbury Castle is an accessible venue on one level, with accessible toilets located inside the entrance. 
• St Mary’s Church is an accessible venue on one level, with accessible toilets near the entrance; the event is held in the Lower Hall, accessible via a side door. 
• The Square is an open central area; the closest accessible toilets are located at the Old Market Hall and
• Shrewsbury Museum (until 4pm on Saturdays, closed Sundays). Alternative toilets may be found in local bars. 

General Access Information:

• Standing & Queueing: If you have difficulty queuing please use this form to talk with the team.
• Toilets: Toilets vary by venue, and accessible facilities may not be available everywhere. 
• Dogs: Assistance dogs are allowed, though LOOPFEST discourages bringing them to busy shows or crowded periods unless necessary; assistance dogs are welcome, but some venues may be more suitable than others.
• Performance Accessibility: LOOPFEST currently does not offer audio enhancement systems, though they are exploring options to improve access for attendees who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have learning disabilities or autism.
• Medical Requirements: Attendees are welcome to carry medicines, food, drinks, or medical equipment needed to manage a health condition. In emergencies, festival staff or security can provide support
• Lighting: LOOPFEST does not use strobe lighting, but some stage lighting may include flashing effects.

Essential Companion / Personal Assistant Tickets

• Attendees who require a full‑time assistant can access a 2‑for‑1 ticket scheme by booking a standard ticket and providing proof of eligibility. 
• Apply for your 2-for-1 ticket here. 
• LOOPFEST accepts Access Cards as proof and will honour stated assistant requirements.
• Personal Assistant tickets require submission of evidence (e.g., DLA/PIP front page, Attendance Allowance, sight impairment evidence, assistance dog ID). Each case may be assessed individually.

Friday at LOOPFEST is for ages 14+ only with an adult. 

Yes, there will be a fantastic range of food and drink throughout LOOPFEST:

• Shrewsbury town centre has an incredible diversity of food retailers, and the festival supports these businesses.
• They also bring in select Shropshire‑based food traders to provide food and refreshments at Loopfest‑operated sites.

One of the biggest shows of the year for Shrewsbury features 90s legends: Ash, Reef & The Bluetones Acoustic, alongside opener Jess Silk live at Shrewsbury’s The Quarry on Friday 1st May 2026 as part of LOOPFEST Fringe.

• Ash
• Reef
• The Bluetones Acoustic
• Jess Silk