FAQs | Y Not Festival | 31st Jul - 3rd Aug 2025 | Pikehall, Derbyshire (2024)

Do I need to bring cash or card with me?

All bars and vendors will be completely cashless and will only accept card or contactless payments.

How do I get to the festival?

If you’re travelling by car our postcode isDE4 2PG and you can see further travel info here.

What time does the headliner finish?

The headliner finishes on the main stage around 11pm each day.

Can I leave the festival and return?

Yes – anyone can leave and come back as they wish, however, you can only bring alcohol into the campsites on your first entry. Re-entry with alcohol is not permitted. If you are planning on driving to and from the event each day please keep hold of your parking ticket to show as proof of purchase. Please also remember to keep your wristband on!

I can’t make the festival, can I resell my ticket?

Tixel is the official resale partner for Y Not 2024 and has worked closely with Y Not and our ticketing provider (See Tickets) to ensure you can buy and sell tickets safely atthis link.

How much alcohol can I bring?

Alcohol brought to the festival must comply with event regulations, anyone aged 18 and over can bring in limited amounts and types of alcohol. You may be asked for proof of age.Strictly no glass is permitted.

Alcohol will only be permitted onfirst entryto the campsite. You will not be able to exit and re-enter with more alcohol.

Personal Alcohol cannot be brought into the Arena, it will be on sale at Festival Bars subject to ‘Challenge 25’ ID policy.

Quantity Per Person

Up to 24 cans of beer/lager/ cider or alcopops (a mixture is fine)

Or

1 Bottle of Spirit (70cl Max – must be decanted. NO GLASS)

Or

2 Bottles of Wine (75cl Max – must be decanted. NO GLASS)

Please read more on our alcohol policy here

What do different ticket tiers mean?

The ticket tiers are simply different prices and they do not grant you any different access. The only tickets that get you upgraded access are the upgrade tickets such as Paradise Peaks & Premium Glamping!

Do you have Lost Property?

Lost property can be found in the Village green area at the Info point. Please report lost items or found items there. For lost property enquiries post event please fill out THIS form

Can I bring my camera?

Festival-goers will not be permitted to bring professional cameras to the festival. Standard compact cameras will be permitted for personal use, though festival-goers will not be able to bring in cameras with either interchangeable lenses or a lens longer than 6 inches. Any camera with a removable lens or a zoom 3x or greater will be deemed to be professional cameras and will not be permitted. Professional photographers and videographers must apply for press accreditation prior to the event.

Can I bring Gazebos?

Gazebo’s will not be allowed at this years event as they pose a threat to health and safety in high winds & take up too much space campsites.

Can I Visit my friends in Family camping?

To enter the family campsite you require a family wristband. These are at no extra cost, just specify your ticket type when purchasing your festival tickets. If you have already bought tickets and wish to change them please get in touch with See Tickets. Please note that there won’t be an opportunity to change ticket types on the day of the festival.

I am 15 years old, will I be able to enter without a 21 year old?

If you are under 16 then you will not be allowed entry into the festival without a responsible adult (21+). The safety of minors is extremely important to us, so these conditions are fully enforced.

If you are aged 16-18 and planning to come to the festival alone please ensure you bring one of the approved forms of identification. Acceptable forms of identification for 16 year olds are BLine cards, passports and Citizenship cards.

Do you sell day tickets?

We do not sell day tickets, only full weekend.

Can I bring my own tent?

Yes. All tickets include Weekend Camping.

Unless you have purchased Glamping, a Pre-Pitched Tent or a Live-In Vehicle pass you will need to bring your own tent.

Can I take drinks into the arena?

It is not permitted to take alcohol into the arena from the campsites, but you can take in empty or sealed water bottles.

Can I Re-enter with more Alcohol?

Alcohol will only be permitted on first entry to the campsite. You will not be able to exit and re-enter with more alcohol.

Do I have to buy a ticket for a child?

Children aged 5 and under are allowed free entry to the festival

Children aged between 6-12 are allowed in free, but there will be a charge if you have VIP or Thursday upgrades

You will however need to book this in advance as you will be turned away if you turn up at the gate without doing so.

Do I have to pay for parking?

Yes, parking passes are £25 in advance (on-the-day cost will be greater).

You’ll need one parking pass per vehicle, and the pass covers you for the whole weekend!

What is the maximum size for Live-In Vehicles?

Live-in Vehicle pitches are sized 7x7m maximum. You can have one tent or awning alongside your live-in vehicle for guests providing this fits in your 7x7m pitch. There are no height restrictions to enter the Live In Vehicles campsites however please be aware that the road leading to the Live-In field has an 11ft max height bridge. If your Campervan is larger than 11ft you will need to plan to head for Parwich village & once there enter the post code DE4 2PR. From Parwich, ensure you approach site via Backhill Lane and Parwich.

What facilities does the glamping field have?

The glamping field features hot showers, it’s own toilets, and a pamper area (bring your own pampering things!)

Find out more about Glamping here!

What is the maximum amount of minors I’m allowed to supervise?

A 21+ adult can supervise up to 4 minors at the festival.