How can I volunteer?
If you’d like to volunteer at the Whitchurch Folk Festival, you can reach out to us on info@whitchurchfolk.com and let us know your availability.
Do I need a ticket to enjoy the Fringe Festival and the Children’s Folk Festival ?
No, you don’t need a tickets for Fringe Festival or Children’s Folk Festival events – those are free of charge and open to all.
Is there a local campsite?
For more information see the Accommodation page. The nearest campsites are Spring Hill Wild Camping (4 miles from Whitchurch) and Big Northdown Farm (6.5 miles from Whitchurch). Neither are directly affiliated with Whitchurch Folk Festival.
Can I bring my dog?
With the exception of guide dogs, your furry friends are not permitted inside the festival venues. Sorry!
Can I bring my own food and drink?
We will have stalls for food and the town has plenty of pubs, restaurants and shops. While we’d prefer if you didn’t bring your own food and drink into the venues, you’re welcome to eat and drink as you please around the rest of the festival and town.
Can I buy tickets on the door?
For those hoping to attend individual concerts, the ceilidh or workshops, tickets may be available on the door. Please note availability is not guaranteed, and priority will be given to festival ticket holders.
Can I run a stall?
If you’d like to apply to be a stallholder, please get in touch on info@whitchurchfolk.com.
What age children are the free Children’s festival events suitable for?
Each music, dance, singing or other workshop is designed for a particular age group, ranging from very young children and up. Further details.
Are the indoor venues accessible?
All indoor ticketed events are seated or have seating available. The venues are accessible for wheelchair users. See our Guide to Access and Facilities. Contact us on info@whitchurchfolk.com for support or assistance in accessing the festival events. Our volunteer stewards will be happy to help with your access needs on the day.
Where can I buy CDs and other artist merchandise, and festival merchandise?
Artist merchandise will be available at the concert venues, and festival T-shirts and other merchandise will be available at the Festival Hub.
Will I need to bring cash?
While we aim to be fully card compatible, we would recommending keeping some cash on you. There are cash machines in the town at Tesco Express (Winchester Street) and Co-Op (Church Street). The venue bars will be cashless.
How do I apply to play?
The main line up programme is now complete. There is a busking spot outside Spencer’s Record barn in the afternoon.