CAMPING TICKET HOLDERS
Thursday 29th May – Doors open 12:00 (midday), last entry at 22:00(10PM)
Friday 30th May – Doors open 12:00 (midday), last entry at 22:00 (10PM)
Saturday 31st May – Doors open 10:00 (10AM), last entry at 16:00 (4PM)
Tickets will not be valid outside these times.
All Weekend ticket holders must have left the site by 12:00 (midday) on Monday 2nd June.
Yes, no tent bigger than 4 person tent, per group of 4, is permitted on the campsite. This should not exceed the dimensions 240cm x 220cm.
Entry on each weekend camping ticket is only valid on certain days.
4-Day Camping Ticket can enter the campsite from any day.
3-Day camping tickets can enter the campsite from Friday onwards.
2-Day camping tickets can enter the campsite from Saturday onwards.
Under no circumstance will you be allowed entry into the campsite earlier than your ticket allows.
Unfortunately not. Only 3-Day and 4-Day camping ticket holders are allowed access on the Friday. 2-Day camping and non-camping weekend ticket holders are only allowed access on the Saturday & Sunday of the event.
If you are camping, you can bring 12 cans or up to 500ml of spirits in 1 plastic bottle. No glass is allowed. Alcohol is not allowed to be taken into the arena. No bottles of liquid, including soft drinks, can exceed 500ml.
We have a strict no re-entry policy so if you leave, you will not be allowed back in. Please ensure you bring everything from your vehicle with you in one go.
We have lockers available to store any valuables, though we recommend leaving anything valuable at home.
If you have purchased a weekend non-camping ticket and are only able to come on 1 day now, your ticket will still be valid for entry. If you have purchased a weekend camping ticket and only want to come 1 day, once you leave the site you will not be allowed to re-enter. You cannot use a weekend camping ticket for entry on 2 single days.
Please note that partial refunds cannot be given for weekend tickets that are not used both days.
No, sorry. Please leave speakers at home (we have lots of speakers in the event arena!). Portable speakers are a prohibited item and there is no facility to store prohibited items including speakers on site. Items confiscated will be discarded. The promoter is not responsible for abandoned items
No, please understand we have thousands of campers on site and even though they look pretty, unfortunately we don’t have enough space for you to erect a gazebo.
No glass is allowed at Forbidden Forest. This includes perfume, foundation bottles, aftershave and mirrors. These are prohibited items and will be confiscated at the entrance (please note there is no facility to leave your belongings and collect after the show) so please double check before you arrive at the show.
*Small make up compact mirrors are acceptable
No, we cannot accommodate campervans, caravans or motorhomes in any of our Campsites. Vehicles cannot access the campsite. Sleeping in vehicles is not permitted under any circumstances. Gazebos, awnings and trailer tents are also not allowed in the campsite. We reserve the right to refuse structures which are excessively large for the number of occupants or which are considered a health and safety risk.
Yes, there will be a dedicated camping equipment shop which will be situated within the campsite.
No, fires are not permitted in the Campsite or Arena at any time, this includes the use of camping stoves/butane stoves. Smoking is also not permitted within your tent, accommodation unit or enclosed public spaces. Anybody who attempts to set fire to their tent on the campsite will be ejected from Forbidden Forest by security.
No, there are no BBQ areas at the festival and BBQs and any kind of cooking equipment are not permitted on site.
No, entry to the campsite is only permitted with a camping wristband.
Once you are on the campsite and event site, there is no re-entry if you leave the site.
No re-admissions or pass-outs will be allowed after entering the campsite. Please ensure you have everything before entering the camping site. You must be able to carry your tent & belongings etc in the one trip as you will not be able to return to your car after you enter the campsite. It is not possible to stay off-site and re-enter each day with a Camping Ticket.
Yes, we are delighted to welcome back Pink Moon to The Forbidden Retreat for 2025. You can view all of their VIP camping options here.
Please note, VIP arena access does not give you access to the VIP camping area.