JUST UNDER A WEEK ‘TIL WE’RE BACK IN THE FIELDS!
As we get into the final days of building our own little world up in Lowther Deer Park, here is all the essential info you need for this year’s festival! We can’t wait to welcome you all back for another stellar weekend in the fields!
Now we’re sure you’re all fully in the midst of preparing so we’ve compiled a few extra bits of advice in the drop down menu’s below:
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essential packing list
- 🎟️ Tickets: You won’t get very far without these! Remember that you need to hold a weekend ticket in order to attend, these are valid from Friday to Sunday. You will need an additional Thursday ticket to access the festival from Thursday.
- 🎫 I.D: If you’re looking to purchase or bring in alcohol across the weekend, you may be checked for ID by our security staff.
- 👛 Wallet: We will be a cashless site this year, so make sure to bring your bank cards!
- ⛺ Tent: Your humble abode for the weekend!
- 🛏️ Sleeping Bag: Although it’s summertime, it can still get rather cold at night. A sleeping bag is a great way to have a comfortable night’s sleep!
- 📞 Your Phone: This is the best way to keep in touch with friends/family over the weekend. Of course you can also show your e-tickets on your phone too!
- 🥤Reusable Bottle: As part of our sustainability efforts, we have more free drinking water points which are even easier to find, with clear signage.
- 🧼 Toiletries: Make sure these are packed for good hygiene across the weekend! We recommend: Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Mouthwash, Rehydration Sachets (for the inevitable hangovers), Washable Flannel, Deodorant, Sun Cream, and Anti-bacterial Gel. Remember to pack a towel if you’ve got Soap Opera tickets!
- 🧻 Toilet Paper: it’s always handy to have a roll, just in case!
- 🔦 Torch: This will be particularly useful for late night toilet visits and trying to find your tent after headliners.
- 🗑️ Biodegradable Bin Bags: These are amazingly handy when collecting and disposing of your rubbish at our campsites, as well as to put dirty clothes/muddy stuff in when coming home. If you forget, don’t worry – our campsite crew will be able to give you one!
WHAT TO WEAR
- 🥾 Wellies and Walking Boots: A good pair of comfortable walking boots will help keep your feet comfortable all weekend. Although we hope for a sunny KC, the Lakes are well known for four seasons in a day. It’s therefore recommended that you pack a pair of wellington boots in case rainy weather does make an appearance. Throw in some good pairs of socks to keep your feet warm!
- 🧥 Jumpers/Hoodies/Blanket: As it can get chilly throughout the night, these will help keep you warm and comfortable. We also recommend a rain coat for potential rainy days!
- 🕶️ Sunglasses: If the sun does make a visit, make sure to pack sunglasses to give your eyes a break.
- 🧢 Hats: Likewise, a hat can always be helpful in protecting from the sun!
- ☮️ Your Summer of Love costume for Sunday: Our fancy dress theme this year is The Summer of Love and we encourage everyone to take part! This year, we step inside the time machine once more as we travel back to 1967. Think flower power, peace and love and all things groovy, more information is here
ADDITIONAL EXTRAS
- 🪑 Camping Chairs: If you’re the kind of people who likes to sit round camp in the mornings, chairs will make your stay much more comfortable!
- 👂 Ear Plugs: For those of you who are light sleepers, these can be they key to a good nights rest.
- 🚿 Dry Shampoo: Its hard keeping up appearances all weekend, dry shampoo will be your best friend in this department in keeping your hair looking clean and fresh.
- 🩹 Duct Tape: We’re certain enough duct tape can fix any problem – including any accidental rips and tears in camping equipment!
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- 🚫 We have a list of items we prohibit here
- 🧻 Disposable wipes: We advise all customers to not bring disposable wipes with them. Not only do they contain plastic and other non-biodegradable materials, but when these plastics break down into microplastics, they can enter the food chain and disrupt entire ecosystems.
- 🚬 Disposable vapes: While we will allow them on-site, please don’t litter them. Find a bin, take them home or alternatively please purchase a reusable one in advance. We will not be selling any disposable vapes on site as these are incredibly damaging to the environment.
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN ON SITE
- 🚽 We have added more toilets at the Main Stage, located in a mega block at the top left corner. Please bare in mind that these will get very busy across the weekend, if the queues are large, you are only a short walk through the arena snicket to the toilets at Calling Out and the two blocks at Parklands. Around Parklands, you will also find female urinals which make their KC debut this year
- 🚽 While on the subject, toilets will always be quieter while the acts are on stage, to save time queuing, take a minute to go during the performance.
- 💖 Look after each other! Often regarded as one of the friendliest festivals in the country, Kendal Calling is a community. Please look out for one another across the weekend. If you need help, please speak to a steward, security member or head to the Welfare tent located in the Village Green.
