Witney Music Festival

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 27th May 2025


Event Details

When is the festival?

Friday 6th – Saturday 7th June 2025

Where is the festival held?

The Leys, Witney, Oxfordshire

The entrance to the site is in the North West Corner of the eastern field. Upon arrival there are several lanes.



Tickets & Entry

Age Requirements

  • 16 and over: Can attend unaccompanied with a valid ticket
  • Under 16: Must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+)
  • Under 14: Free entry when accompanied by an adult with a paid ticket (free child ticket must be obtained when purchasing adult ticket)

Ticket Information

  • Admission is 1 ticket per person
  • Have your tickets ready for scanning at entry
  • You can use physical tickets or show digital tickets on your mobile device
  • Printouts of online tickets are also accepted
  • Only tickets from official sources (our website or authorised vendors) are valid

VIP Area

VIP tickets include:

  • Excellent indoor and outdoor seating area
  • Exclusive lane directly to the festival bar
  • Access to VIP-only food vendors
  • Opportunity to meet some of the performing artists


Getting to the Festival

Parking

There is no parking at the festival site.

Witney has many free local car parks. For locations, visit: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/parking-travel-and-transport/where-to-park/

Public Transport

Witney has regular public transport connections to Oxford and surrounding areas. The nearest bus stop is Witney, Market Square. Please check with local bus providers for current timetables.



What You Can Bring

Food & Drink

Allowed:

  • Food in reasonable amounts
  • Non-alcoholic drinks in reasonable amounts
  • Picnic blankets and chairs

NOT Allowed:

  • Alcohol (you will be refused entry)
  • Glass containers
  • Unauthorised food/drink sales (will result in a ban)

Prohibited Items

The following items are strictly prohibited:

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Illegal drugs or substances
  • Weapons or blades of any kind
  • Glass containers
  • Gazebos or marquees
  • Sound systems
  • Pyrotechnics (including sparklers and flares)
  • Bicycles
  • Generators or fuel sources
  • Animals (except dogs on leads)


Animals

Dogs: Allowed on leads only. Owners must maintain control at all times. Anyone not in control of their dog or causing disruption will be asked to leave.

Other animals: Not permitted.



Safety & Security

Security Measures

  • All attendees pass through security checkpoints with bag searches
  • Specialised festival security team on duty
  • Fixed security positions and roaming patrols throughout the site
  • For assistance, contact any security team member for immediate response

Anti-Fraud Measures

We take ticket fraud very seriously. Our security team actively monitors for:

  • Counterfeit tickets and wristbands
  • Unauthorised entry attempts
  • Suspicious activities

Important: Only purchase tickets from official sources. Counterfeit tickets will be confiscated and entry refused.


Child Safety

If arriving with young people, we can provide additional wristbands for writing contact details. This helps us reunite families quickly if anyone becomes separated.



Accessibility

Inclusion Zone

Open to all customers to encourage everyone to be together regardless of disability. Features include:

  • Adapted accessible toilet
  • Quiet area for those who need it
  • Wheelchair viewing platform


On-Site Services

Medical Assistance

First aid point located in the centre/west of the site. For medical emergencies or assistance, contact security or go directly to the medical point.

Lost or Vulnerable Persons

If you lose a child or are concerned about someone’s safety:

  1. Contact the medical point immediately
  2. Alert any security team member
  3. We have strict policies in place to resolve these situations quickly


Policies

Refunds

  • No refunds policy: All ticket sales are final
  • Tickets cannot be exchanged or cancelled
  • Genuine errors: Contact us via our website for case review
  • Event cancellation: See our Terms & Conditions for details

Right of Admission Reserved

We reserve the right to refuse entry or remove anyone from the festival at our discretion. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Invalid or fraudulent tickets
  • Breach of festival rules
  • Inappropriate behaviour
  • Safety concerns

Bans and Exclusions

Individuals may be banned from current and future events for:

  • Fraudulent activities (including fake tickets/wristbands)
  • Antisocial or dangerous behaviour
  • Breach of festival terms and conditions
  • Criminal activity on festival premises


Photography & Media

By attending the festival, you consent to being photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. Personal photography is permitted for non-commercial use.



Contact Information

Questions about the festival?

Emergency during the event? Contact security immediately or go to the medical point.



Important Reminders

  • Bring valid ID – you may be asked to show it
  • Check our website for any last-minute updates
  • Follow us on social media for real-time information
  • Respect other festival-goers and the local community
  • Help keep the festival site clean and tidy


For full terms and conditions, please visit our website. These FAQs are for guidance only and do not override our official Terms & Conditions.