General FAQs - Wildfires Festival https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq-category/general/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:02:53 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://wildfiresfestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/cropped-cropped-fav-2024-32x32.png General FAQs - Wildfires Festival https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq-category/general/ 32 32 Are any items prohibited from site? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/are-any-items-prohibited-from-site/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:02:34 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=14050 The following items are not permitted on site: Camping stoves and raised, contained BBQs are permitted. Prohibited items may be confiscated and disposed of. Entry may be refused or you may be asked to leave the site. Photography & filming: Images or video taken at Wildfires must not be used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

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]]> The following items are not permitted on site:

  • Weapons, knives or other dangerous items
  • Illegal drugs or psychoactive substances (including nitrous oxide)
  • Fireworks, flares, pyrotechnics, smoke canisters or sky lanterns
  • Drones
  • Glass containers
  • Open fires or disposable/low-level BBQs
  • Bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller skates or Segways (excluding mobility scooters)
  • Air horns, megaphones or other loud noise-makers
  • Lasers or laser pens
  • Water pistols
  • Animals (except registered assistance dogs)
  • Hi-vis tabards or reflective clothing
  • Inflatables (unless supplied by Wildfires)

Camping stoves and raised, contained BBQs are permitted.

Prohibited items may be confiscated and disposed of. Entry may be refused or you may be asked to leave the site.

Photography & filming: Images or video taken at Wildfires must not be used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

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]]> What time does the festival end? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/what-time-does-the-festival-end/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:30:06 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12962 The programme will conclude at 1.00pm Sunday 26th to allow plenty of time to pack down and leave the site. Everyone will need to be off site by 3.00pm.

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]]> The programme will conclude at 1.00pm Sunday 26th to allow plenty of time to pack down and leave the site. Everyone will need to be off site by 3.00pm.

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]]> Why are there photographers around the site? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/why-are-there-photographers-around-the-site/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:23:35 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12959 We will be capturing the weekend on photo and video. However, if you do not wish to have your image taken we will have green lanyards available for collection from Wildfires Central which tell our media team that you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

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]]> We will be capturing the weekend on photo and video. However, if you do not wish to have your image taken we will have green lanyards available for collection from Wildfires Central which tell our media team that you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

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]]> Do I need cash? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/do-i-need-cash/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:20:30 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12957 We are not a cashless site, but some food and marketplace vendors will only take card. Please note there is no cash point on site.

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]]> We are not a cashless site, but some food and marketplace vendors will only take card. Please note there is no cash point on site.

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]]> Can I attend Wildfires just for the day? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-attend-wildfires-just-for-one-day/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:47:21 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12951 We have had an overwhelming response to Wildfires Festival weekend tickets this year, and we are already SOLD OUT. The festival site will be at full capacity and so there will be no day tickets released this year.

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]]> We have had an overwhelming response to Wildfires Festival weekend tickets this year, and we are already SOLD OUT. The festival site will be at full capacity and so there will be no day tickets released this year.

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]]> Can I exhibit at Wildfires? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-exhibit-at-wildfires/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:29:04 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12945 We have decided to keep it fairly stripped back at Wildfires 2026 in terms of exhibitors within our Marketplace. This year we will only be having our merchandise stand, book shop, and café. Please do get in touch again next year as this may change.

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]]> We have decided to keep it fairly stripped back at Wildfires 2026 in terms of exhibitors within our Marketplace. This year we will only be having our merchandise stand, book shop, and café.

Please do get in touch again next year as this may change.

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]]> Can I bring my bike or scooter? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-bring-my-bike-or-scooter/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:45:37 +0000 https://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=12388 Unfortunately no bikes or scooters are allowed onsite. This is down to Health and Safety, the layout of our site would provide a brilliant runway and therefore we do not want to put people at risk of collision with bikes or scooters. We have therefore decided to be a bike and scooter-free event. This also […]

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]]> Unfortunately no bikes or scooters are allowed onsite. This is down to Health and Safety, the layout of our site would provide a brilliant runway and therefore we do not want to put people at risk of collision with bikes or scooters. We have therefore decided to be a bike and scooter-free event. This also applies to e-scooters and other electrified travel devices.

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]]> What are your safeguarding policies? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/what-are-your-safeguarding-policies/ Mon, 16 Dec 2019 11:07:36 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=2016 Please click here to download our 2024 safeguarding policy. We are currently updating our policy ahead of 2025.

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]]> Please click here to download our 2024 safeguarding policy. We are currently updating our policy ahead of 2025.

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]]> Can I light a fire in the campsite? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-light-a-fire-in-the-campsite/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:49:28 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=978 You can bring your own safe camping stoves but fire regulations mean that open fires and low level disposable type BBQ’s are not allowed. Waist-high, contained off-the-ground BBQ’s with wind-protecting side panels are permitted. Fireworks, smoke canisters, floating / paper / sky lanterns, and other similar items are not permitted. Any person in possession of […]

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]]> You can bring your own safe camping stoves but fire regulations mean that open fires and low level disposable type BBQ’s are not allowed. Waist-high, contained off-the-ground BBQ’s with wind-protecting side panels are permitted.

Fireworks, smoke canisters, floating / paper / sky lanterns, and other similar items are not permitted. Any person in possession of such items may be refused admission or ejected.

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]]> Will there be medical support on-site for emergencies? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/will-there-be-medical-support-on-site-for-emergencies/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:42:14 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=964 There are medical services on-site in case of emergencies but they won’t be able to prescribe your regular medication. Please make sure you bring what you need.

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]]> There are medical services on-site in case of emergencies but they won’t be able to prescribe your regular medication. Please make sure you bring what you need.

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]]> Are there toilets? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/are-there-toilets/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:41:40 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=963 In true camping style, there will be plenty of portable loos, including toilets for disabled access.

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]]> In true camping style, there will be plenty of portable loos, including toilets for disabled access.

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]]> Can I bring alcohol in? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-bring-alcohol-in/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:41:17 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=962 We support responsible drinking and professional staff will be on hand all day to support this objective. Over 18’s are welcome to bring some alcohol for their own consumption as long as it’s not in glass bottles.

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]]> We support responsible drinking and professional staff will be on hand all day to support this objective. Over 18’s are welcome to bring some alcohol for their own consumption as long as it’s not in glass bottles.

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]]> Can I bring glass into Wildfires? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-bring-glass-into-wildfires/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:40:55 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=961 To keep everyone safe, glass is not allowed on site. Please bring your plastic cups and decant any drinks before you come.

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]]> To keep everyone safe, glass is not allowed on site. Please bring your plastic cups and decant any drinks before you come.

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]]> Are animals allowed in? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/are-animals-allowed-in/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:40:31 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=960 Sadly we have to say no to your furry friends. Only guide dogs and assistance dogs trained to support a person with a medical condition are permitted on site.

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]]> Sadly we have to say no to your furry friends. Only guide dogs and assistance dogs trained to support a person with a medical condition are permitted on site.

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]]> Where can I get a site map? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/where-can-i-get-a-site-map/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:40:14 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=959 Coming soon!

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]]> Can I buy food at Wildfires? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/can-i-buy-food-at-wildfires/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:39:26 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=958 There will be a good selection of food concessions selling hot and cold food. There will be vegan and gluten free options available, but do feel free to bring any of your own food too, if this would help you feel more comfortable over the weekend.

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]]> There will be a good selection of food concessions selling hot and cold food. There will be vegan and gluten free options available, but do feel free to bring any of your own food too, if this would help you feel more comfortable over the weekend.

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]]> Am I allowed to leave the site during Wildfires? https://wildfiresfestival.com/faq/am-i-allowed-to-leave-the-site-during-wildfires/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:38:59 +0000 http://wildfiresfestival.com/?post_type=faq&p=956 You are free to come and go as many times as you like during Wildfires. Please bear in mind that all ticket and campsite gates will close at 10.00pm each day. Please also make sure that you are wearing your wristbands when you leave the site as we can’t let you back in without them.

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]]> You are free to come and go as many times as you like during Wildfires. Please bear in mind that all ticket and campsite gates will close at 10.00pm each day. Please also make sure that you are wearing your wristbands when you leave the site as we can’t let you back in without them.

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