FAQs
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Yes. Licence pending, our hopeful new site will share the same BA5 postcode.
The new site has not been licensed yet - to protect everyone, we need to make sure everything is sorted legally before we officially announce it. However, we are happy to confirm an agreement is now in place with the owners of the new site.
Unfortunately, following the devastation that the Covid pandemic caused across the live events industry, The Godney Gathering has been unable to recover financially to a sustainable level.
The cost of running a safe, licensed festival continues to rise every year. From fuel for generators and toilet hire, to road traffic management, security, medical cover, insurance and PRS licensing fees, there are countless behind-the-scenes costs that most people never see, but which are essential to delivering the festival safely.
Over the last few years, you may have noticed some of the changes we've already made, such as downsizing our main stage and making small increases to ticket prices. Those weren't decisions we took lightly. We have continually looked at where we could reduce costs, but there are many things we simply cannot cut back on without compromising the things that make Godney so special – or the things that keep everyone safe.
The reality is that, since Covid, the festival has been operating at a loss.
We don't want to keep passing those increasing costs on to you by continually raising ticket prices. The Godney Gathering has always been about bringing people together, and we want it to remain an affordable weekend for families and friends.
This move is the only way we could avoid the festival coming to an end after 2026.
Moving sites will not only help remove some of those unavoidable costs, but it will also allow us to improve the experience for everyone attending.
We know the suitability of the Godney lanes has declined in recent years, with large drop-offs at the road edges and uneven road surfaces making our one-way system increasingly difficult. Our new site will also be much closer to an A-road, making access easier, with public transport stopping just 200 metres from our first festival gate.
To reiterate, this decision has never been about greed.
It has been about giving The Godney Gathering the best chance of a sustainable future, so that we can continue creating the festival we all know and love, while making it even safer, more accessible and enjoyable for years to come.
The cost of running a safe, licensed festival continues to rise every year. From fuel for generators and toilet hire, to road traffic management, security, medical cover, insurance and PRS licensing fees, there are countless behind-the-scenes costs that most people never see, but which are essential to delivering the festival safely.
Over the last few years, you may have noticed some of the changes we've already made, such as downsizing our main stage and making small increases to ticket prices. Those weren't decisions we took lightly. We have continually looked at where we could reduce costs, but there are many things we simply cannot cut back on without compromising the things that make Godney so special – or the things that keep everyone safe.
The reality is that, since Covid, the festival has been operating at a loss.
We don't want to keep passing those increasing costs on to you by continually raising ticket prices. The Godney Gathering has always been about bringing people together, and we want it to remain an affordable weekend for families and friends.
This move is the only way we could avoid the festival coming to an end after 2026.
Moving sites will not only help remove some of those unavoidable costs, but it will also allow us to improve the experience for everyone attending.
We know the suitability of the Godney lanes has declined in recent years, with large drop-offs at the road edges and uneven road surfaces making our one-way system increasingly difficult. Our new site will also be much closer to an A-road, making access easier, with public transport stopping just 200 metres from our first festival gate.
To reiterate, this decision has never been about greed.
It has been about giving The Godney Gathering the best chance of a sustainable future, so that we can continue creating the festival we all know and love, while making it even safer, more accessible and enjoyable for years to come.
No. There will be the same number of stages, the same team running the show, and we will be selling the same number of tickets as previous years. We will just have more space in the field, and more amenities for you.
No. We are true to everything we have always been, we are an affordable family-friendly festival. That will not change. Prices for 2027 will remain the same as 2026.
We are looking to maintain the current camping experience by continuing to provide separate camping areas, including Family Camping, Quiet Camping, Accessibility Camping, and our standard camping areas. We know these different areas are important to many of our gatherers, helping everyone enjoy the festival in the way that best suits them.
As we're still working through the planning and licensing process for the new site, we can't confirm the final campsite layout just yet. However, creating a camp area that is safe, accessible and comfortable for everyone will remain a key priority, and we'll share full details as soon as we're able to.
As we're still working through the planning and licensing process for the new site, we can't confirm the final campsite layout just yet. However, creating a camp area that is safe, accessible and comfortable for everyone will remain a key priority, and we'll share full details as soon as we're able to.
The Godney Gathering 2027 takes place on Friday 16th July from 6pm – 12am and Saturday 17th July from 12pm – 12am, in Somerset.
Address: Our new address will be confirmed soon, but it will be within the same BA5 postcode as previous years.
Address: Our new address will be confirmed soon, but it will be within the same BA5 postcode as previous years.
Gates open at 6pm on Friday and 12pm on Saturday.
Our new address will be confirmed soon, but it will be within the same BA5 postcode as previous years.
Yes, there is free on-site parking for Friday, Saturday or the whole weekend.
There is a forward area for blue badge holders, just make sure your badge is displayed when you arrive.
All vehicles need to have been removed from the car park by 12noon on the Sunday.
There is a forward area for blue badge holders, just make sure your badge is displayed when you arrive.
All vehicles need to have been removed from the car park by 12noon on the Sunday.
Tickets are e-tickets and will be sent via email as soon as you place your order. Please check your spam/junk folder to make sure your ticket doesn't get missed!
If you are unable to locate your tickets, please visit this link to the TicketTailor page and enter the email address used to make the purchase (link opens in a new tab).
If you have changed your email address or no longer have access to it, please email tickets@thegodneygathering.com with the original email address and the new email address so we are able to locate the original order and resend to the new email address.
Camping tickets are available as an add-on to the normal festival ticket. Please visit the camping page for more information.
Yes, children do need a ticket (free for those aged 10 and under). Please select the correct bundle(s) to include the required number of Child tickets when you purchase your Adult tickets. Young Person tickets are also available for those aged 11-15.
A maximum of 2 children aged 15 or under per adult ticket is allowed.
A maximum of 2 children aged 15 or under per adult ticket is allowed.
Children aged 10 and under are free when accompanied by a person aged 18 or over.
Tickets for young people aged 11-15 are £5. They must still be accompanied by a person aged 18 or over.
We have a strict ratio of up to 2 children (aged 15 or under) per adult. This is the guidance issued by the police and Children & Young Persons Services.
Tickets for young people aged 11-15 are £5. They must still be accompanied by a person aged 18 or over.
We have a strict ratio of up to 2 children (aged 15 or under) per adult. This is the guidance issued by the police and Children & Young Persons Services.
People claiming the higher rate of carers allowance, or on PiP with a higher rate of mobility or personal care, can have a free companion ticket.
All we ask is that you purchase a minimum of 1 adult ticket, send the details of that ticket to tickets@thegodneygathering.com along with either a DWP letter confirming your allowances OR a copy of your access card showing +1.
Then we will issue a free companion ticket to the same details as the purchased ticket.
No, the event normally sells out so tickets are not generally held back to be sold on the gate.
Tents & Pitches
Camping pitches are allocated on a first come, first served basis. When you arrive, you'll be directed to the appropriate camping area.
No. Please don’t reserve spaces for friends or other campers who are arriving later. Pitches are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so everyone has a fair chance to find a suitable space.
Yes, provided you arrive together and there is enough space to accommodate everyone. We cannot guarantee that spaces will be available for friends arriving separately later.
Your friends must also be in a tent themselves and not a caravan/campervan - we have separated tents and vehicles under the new Martyn’s Law, so we cannot have a vehicle pitch next to a tent pitch.
Your friends must also be in a tent themselves and not a caravan/campervan - we have separated tents and vehicles under the new Martyn’s Law, so we cannot have a vehicle pitch next to a tent pitch.
Please be considerate when setting up and make sure your camping equipment occupies a reasonable amount of space. If your setup is taking up more space than is considered reasonable, our campsite team may ask you to reposition your equipment or remove some tents.
No, for health & safety reasons all cars linked to camping will need to be parked in the weekend car park area.
Caravans & Campervans
Yes. Purpose-built caravans and campervans are permitted in the designated caravan/campervan camping area.
Caravan and campervan pitches are 8m long by 5m wide. Your entire setup, including any awnings, tents for children or additional equipment, must also fit within this area.
As long as it fits within your allocated pitch, then yes, you can do this. We do not want to separate families.
Unfortunately not. We have separated tents and vehicles under the new Martyn’s Law, so whilst small tents for family members are allowed, we cannot have a tent pitch next to a vehicle pitch.
No, for health & safety reasons all cars linked to camping will need to be parked in the weekend car park area.
No. Sleeping in cars overnight is not permitted on the campsite.
No. Moving vehicles of any kind are not permitted in the tent camping areas throughout the weekend. Please follow instructions from campsite staff regarding vehicle access and parking.
Food & Drink
Yes. You can bring food and alcohol into the campsite for your own personal consumption. Due to licensing conditions, you will not be permitted to bring any food, alcohol, or unsealed drinks into the main festival arena. We retain the right to refuse entry to the festival site to anyone found under the influence on arrival.
No. Glass bottles and drinking glasses are strictly forbidden on the campsite.
Yes, provided they are for personal consumption and do not contain glass.
The campsite rules allow food and alcohol for personal consumption. Please don't bring large quantities.
Miscellaneous
No. BBQs of any kind are strictly prohibited on the campsite.
No. Open fires and fire pits are strictly forbidden.
No. Generators are not permitted on the campsite.
No. Speakers and sound systems are not permitted on the campsite.
We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable weekend. Anyone behaving in a threatening, offensive or otherwise unacceptable manner may be removed from the campsite.
Illegal substances, weapons, and anything that could reasonably be interpreted as a weapon are strictly prohibited. Security may conduct personnel, equipment and/or vehicles searches on arrival. Anyone found with these items will be ejected from the campsite, and the items will be confiscated and handed to the police.
Unfortunately not - you will need to purchase festival tickets separately, but from the same website, on our Buy Tickets page.
Children aged 15 years and under are free to camp with people over the age of 18 years of age.
Yes. The campsite will be staffed at all times, and facilities will be available 24 hours a day.
If you need help, medical attention or security assistance at any time, please speak to a steward or member of the campsite team. They will be able to direct you to the appropriate support.
Please contact a steward or member of the campsite team immediately. Staff will be able to direct you to the appropriate medical support.
No. Access to and presence on the campsite is limited to people with a valid camping ticket for the relevant camping period.
Please keep your pitch tidy and dispose of all rubbish in the bins provided around the campsite.
Please keep your pitch tidy and dispose of all rubbish in the bins provided around the campsite.
No. Please take everything you brought with you when you leave. The site is returned to the landowners after the festival, so it's really important that we leave it clean and safe.
The Godney Gathering is a temporary visitor to the site, and we want to leave the land exactly as we found it. Please take all rubbish, tent pegs and camping equipment home with you and help us look after the environment and maintain a positive relationship with our landowners.
Camping opens and closes at the following times each day:
Thursday, 15th July 2027 - 12pm - 9pm.
Friday, 16th July 2027 - 9am - 9pm.
Saturday, 17th July 2027 - 9am - 9pm.
Thursday, 15th July 2027 - 12pm - 9pm.
Friday, 16th July 2027 - 9am - 9pm.
Saturday, 17th July 2027 - 9am - 9pm.
Yes.
Yes.
Yes. When purchasing your camping tickets, please notify us that you will be using the accessible camping areas and facilities. We’ll have a dedicated accessible camping area for Gatherers who need it. Our campsite crew and volunteers will also be on hand throughout the weekend to help make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
If you have accessibility requirements or questions about camping, please get in touch with the festival team before you arrive. We’ll do our best to make sure you have the information and support you need for a comfortable stay.
Hook-ups are not available to book and therefore electricity cannot be guaranteed.
In the first instance, please speak to a campsite steward. If your item has not yet been found or handed in, you can leave your details with the festival team and we'll contact you if it appears.
You must clear the site by 11:30am on Sunday, 18th July 2027.
We have three camping options to choose from, so you can pick the stay that works best for you:
3 nights – arrive from Thursday
2 nights – arrive from Friday
1 night – arrive from Saturday
Whichever option you choose, your camping ticket includes access to all of the campsite facilities for the duration of your stay.
3 nights – arrive from Thursday
2 nights – arrive from Friday
1 night – arrive from Saturday
Whichever option you choose, your camping ticket includes access to all of the campsite facilities for the duration of your stay.
Your camping ticket is valid from the arrival day shown on your ticket. If you've booked 3-night camping, you can arrive any day from Thursday; 2-night camping from Friday; and 1-night camping from Saturday.
No. Please make sure you book the camping duration that covers the nights you want to stay. You must clear the site by 11:30am on Sunday, 18th July 2027.
Yes. We’ll have quieter family camping areas available for those bringing younger Gatherers. While we can’t promise silence, these areas are intended to provide a calmer camping environment for families.
General
Glamping is for three nights, from Thursday through Sunday. You can arrive from 12pm on Thursday, and your bell tent will be ready and waiting for you.
You can arrive from 12pm on Thursday. There’s no need to arrive at a specific time - your bell tent will be ready for you when you get there.
Our Simplicity glamping package accommodates up to 4 people. Our furnished packages, Classic & Meadow, accommodate 2 people, and up to 2 additional guests can be added.
Unfortunately not. Due to the different packages, our bell tents are allocated in advance.
Yes. Your glamping bell tent will be ready and waiting for you from Thursday. The exact setup depends on which package you've booked.
What's included?
Simplicity gives you a 5m bell tent with no furniture, allowing you to bring your own camping equipment and make the space your own. It's a great option if you enjoy camping but don't fancy bringing and putting up your own tent.
Classic gives you a ready-made base for up to four people, with air beds and bedding included. Your bell tent also includes rugs, soft lighting and a table, giving you a little extra comfort while keeping the camping experience.
Meadow is our most luxurious glamping option. Your 5m bell tent comes with proper beds, mattresses, bedding and cosy blankets, as well as rugs, bedside tables, lanterns and other finishing touches to make it feel like home for the weekend.
Simplicity is an unfurnished bell tent for you to make your own. Classic adds air beds, bedding and some homely touches, while Meadow is our most luxurious option, with proper beds, mattresses, bedding and a beautifully dressed interior.
This depends on your package. Simplicity guests should bring their own camping equipment and bedding. Classic and Meadow packages include bedding.
If you've booked Simplicity, you'll need to bring your own sleeping equipment. Air beds are provided as part of the Classic package, while Meadow includes proper beds and mattresses.
This depends on your package. Simplicity guests should bring their own camping equipment and bedding. Classic and Meadow packages include pillows and bedding. If you're particularly fussy about your pillow type, it could be beneficial to bring your own.
Yes! Your dedicated tent will be ready folr you to arrive any time after 12pm on Thursday.
If you've booked Simplicity, yes - the bell tent is unfurnished and ready for you to bring your own camping setup. Classic and Meadow include the sleeping arrangements and furnishings described in their respective packages.
Unfortunately not, towels will not be provided.
Facilities
Yes. Glamping includes access to the campsite facilities, including dedicated showers and flushable toilets.
Yes. There will be plenty of hot showers available for glamping and camping guests.
Yes. Flushable toilets are available within the glamping facilities.
Electricity cannot be booked and therefore cannot be guaranteed within your bell tent.
Electricity isn't available to book for individual glamping tents, so we'd recommend bringing a portable power bank if you want to keep your devices charged.
Miscellaneous
Glamping guests follow the same campsite rules as everyone else. Please be considerate of your neighbours, keep your area tidy, respect the site and, most importantly, look out for your fellow Gatherers.
No. Speakers and sound systems are not permitted on the campsite, including within glamping areas.
No. Open fires, fire pits and BBQs of any kind are strictly forbidden on the campsite.
No. Generators are not permitted.
Yes, while we willl have a dedicated campsite crew. We have to make you aware that all of your belongings are being left at your own risk.
No, under the new Martyn’s Law we have separated tents and vehicles, so all cars linked to camping will need to be parked in the weekend car park area.
This is all part of the festival experience. Unfortunately, as per the Terms & Conditions agreed at the time of purchasing your tickets, all tickets are non-refundable.
If you are under 18 but over 15 you will not need to be accompanied but you will need your own Young Adult ticket.
You will be given a wristband which identifies you as being under 18 and prevents you from purchasing or consuming alcohol. If you are found to be under the influence, you will be asked to contact a parent/guardian to collect you from the site and your entry wristband will be removed.
You will be given a wristband which identifies you as being under 18 and prevents you from purchasing or consuming alcohol. If you are found to be under the influence, you will be asked to contact a parent/guardian to collect you from the site and your entry wristband will be removed.
Officially no, but common sense prevails where weather conditions change, or children need to be taken home to child sitters.
Last entry for new attendees is 10pm.
No, strict licence conditions are imposed on the sale of alcohol and this means people are not able to bring their own into the event. Prices on site are kept low to ensure people do not feel like a captive audience. Anyone caught on site with their own alcohol will have it confiscated - it can be collected upon exiting the site.
Sealed water bottles or soft drinks can be brought onto site, but strictly no glass of any kind. Any unsealed bottles will be confiscated at the gate, if not returned to your car voluntarily.
No. Small sealed snacks like single packets of crisps or nuts can be brought in, but no full picnics or food needing cool bags or boxes. We always strive to ensure dietary needs are catered for, including gluten-free, coeliac, vegetarian and vegan. If you have specific medical dietary needs please email info@thegodneygathering.com for advice.
No, unless they are registered assistance animals. Written confirmation will need to be submitted in advance.
Toilets:
Ample toilets, including disabled facilities are provided free of charge.
Medical & Security:
Emergency medical services are provided on-site.
Ample toilets, including disabled facilities are provided free of charge.
Medical & Security:
Emergency medical services are provided on-site.
There is forward parking for blue badge holders and secure accessible toilets by the entrance.
A wide selection of food & drink outlets will be on site providing hot and cold beverages and food. We always strive to ensure dietary needs are catered for, including gluten-free, coeliac, vegetarian and vegan. All alcoholic drinks will be cheaper than the average festival.
Anyone who appears to be under the age of 25 will require Photo ID (Passport/Driving Licence).
For more information please head to Drink Aware.
No. Due to the nature of the events industry, the lineup is subject to change all the way up until the festival weekend, so we do not release the times until then. This is to avoid disappointment where someone has planned to attend around certain times to see their favourite artists, only to find that the schedule has changed and they've missed them!
Small, personal umbrellas are allowed, but nothing larger than a golf umbrella. Large parasols and fishing umbrellas, for example, are not allowed, and you will be asked to return any large umbrellas to your car.
No, however many performers may come to the artist merchandise and signing tent and mingle with the crowd before or after their performances.