Travel and accommodation
Find out travel and accommodation at each venue
General travel info
Can I park on site and is there a car parking charge?
Parking costs £10 per car in advance, or free for Forestry England members. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be booked in advance, alongside admission tickets. Book a parking space with Forestry England or book a parking space with Ticketmaster.
Accessible blue badge parking can be booked online and a blue badge displayed on arrival, alongside the parking ticket (same charges apply).
Please note some car parks are a 15-20 minute walk from the arena.
A car parking e-ticket must be presented for scanning on arrival at the car park.
Subject to availability, limited parking may be available on the day at a cost of £18, payable on arrival (card payments only). However for some events parking may be sold out in advance.
Vehicles must not be left overnight and are parked at your own risk.
Glade VIP tickets do not include any form of parking. Standard parking should be booked. Glade VIP ticket holders do not get priority car park access.
Why is there a car parking charge?
We charge for car parking to encourage customers to consider greener travel options such as car-sharing, coach, and shuttle bus. Money raised from Forest Live concerts supports managing the nation’s forests including environmental projects.
Can I get to the venue by public transport?
Unfortunately, due to their rural location our venues are not always easy to reach by public transport. Select your chosen venue from the list below to see any public transport options available.
Can I get to the venue by taxi or can someone drop me off?
If you are arriving by taxi or being dropped off, make sure you have made arrangements for your return journey in advance as there are a limited number of taxi companies operating near our forests.
Forest sites do not have public telephones and some sites have poor mobile reception. Arrange to meet your taxi at the designated taxi pick up/drop off point which will be signposted at the venue.
Customers with additional access needs, who are arriving by taxi or personal lift, must contact Forestry England on 0300 068 0400 or email customerrelations@forestryengland.uk to request a call-back, so suitable arrangements can be made for drop off and collection.
Can I get to the venue travelling on foot?
If you are walking to the venue along the public highway please be aware that it will be dark when you leave.
For your safety you should consider bringing a torch and hi-viz vest for your journey home.
What is the latest I can arrive at the venue?
Last admission to the event is at 9pm. We reserve the right to refuse entry if you arrive after this time.
Those collecting tickets on the night should arrive by 8.45pm before the on-site ticket office closes.
How long will it take to leave the venue at the end of the night?
The majority of our customers will be arriving by car over a staggered period. In some cases it may take over an hour to exit the car parks safely due to the number of vehicles leaving at the same time.
Thank you in advance for your patience as our traffic marshals work to get everyone in and out as quickly and safely as possible.
Can I camp at the venue?
Forest Live venues do not allow camping on site or in the car park area.
Select the forest venue below for details of any local camping options.
Cannock Chase Forest
Directions to Cannock Chase Forest
Cannock Chase Forest is located in the heart of Staffordshire close to the towns of Rugeley, Cannock and Stafford and just a short distance from the M6 motorway. Search for postcode WS15 2UQ to find your quickest route. When you get close to the venue, please turn your Sat Nav off and follow the yellow event signage as the event will be using different car parks and entrances to normal.
Travel info
The nearest train station is Rugeley Town (Birmingham to Rugeley line), 3 miles away.
Only pre-booked taxis will be allowed on site, we do not have a taxi rank of cars waiting for passengers. Make sure you’ve considered your return journey before arriving and book in advance.
Please only use the designated pick up point to meet with your taxi or lift home. Do not arrange to meet them on the main road. This is dangerous due to high speed traffic at night and would have an adverse impact on our neighbours.
Parking
All Cannock Forest Live car parks open at 4:30pm.
Parking costs £10 per car in advance or free for Forestry England members. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be booked in advance, alongside admission tickets. Book a parking space with Forestry England or book a parking space with Ticketmaster.
Accessible Blue Badge Parking can be booked online (same charges apply). Book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Forestry England or book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Ticketmaster.
Cannock Chase Priority Parking costing £30 per vehicle is on grass, close to the arena entrance and will enable a quicker exit from the site.
Shuttle buses
Running regularly between 16:00 and 19:30. Customers have to be at their pick up point within 30 minutes of the concert finishing.
Cannock Chase Shuttle Bus Return: from Cannock Town & Hednesford (Forest Live)
Travel in a greener way with our return shuttle service to Forest Live at Cannock Chase Forest costing £8 per person. Advance booking is essential.
Local accomodation
Camping is not permitted at the concert venue.
Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm, is the perfect camping location for Forest Live at Cannock Chase Forest. With toilets, showers, electric hookups and a shop you can pitch your own tent or even book a pre-pitched fully furnished bell tent and enjoy the beautiful location before taking a 10 minute stroll to our concert venue in the evening.
Delamere Forest
Directions to Delamere Forest
Delamere Forest is located in the heart of Cheshire within easy reach of Chester, Liverpool and Manchester. Search for postcode CW8 2HZ to find your quickest route. When you get close to the venue, please turn your Sat Nav off and follow the yellow event signage as the event will be using different car parks and entrances to normal.
Travel info
The nearest train station is Delamere (Manchester to Chester line), 10 minutes' walk from the arena. For train times check National Rail.
Only pre-booked taxis will be allowed on site, we do not have a taxi rank of cars waiting for passengers. Make sure you’ve considered your return journey before arriving and book in advance.
The drop off and pick up point is in Whitefield car park located off the B5152. To avoid the main traffic we would advise accessing the drop off/pick up point from the direction of Hatchmere. The drop off and pick up point uses a different entrance to the main concert car parks so please follow the yellow signage. The drop off and pick up point is approx 20 minute walk from the concert arena along a dedicated lit forest track. We advise that you wear suitable clothing and footwear. Customers with additional access needs should see venue accessibility information.
Parking
All Delamere Forest Live car parks open at 4:30pm.Parking costs £10 per car in advance or free for Forestry England members. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be booked in advance, alongside admission tickets.
Accessible Blue Badge Parking can be booked online. (same charges apply).
Subject to availability, limited parking may be available on the day at a cost of £18, payable on arrival (card payments only).
Shuttle buses
Running regularly between 16:00 and 19:30. Customers have to be at their pick up point within 30 minutes of the concert finishing.
Delamere Forest Shuttle Bus Return: from Chester
Delamere Forest Shuttle Bus Return: from Northwich
Travel in a greener way with our return Shuttle Bus service to Forest Live at Delamere Forest costing £9 per person. Advance booking is essential.
Local accommodation
No camping will be allowed on site or in the car park area.
Forest Holidays, the ultimate Forest Holiday staycations in spectacular places that tick all the boxes, naturally, available at Delamere Forest.
For other local accommodation see Visit Cheshire.
High Lodge, Thetford Forest
Directions to High Lodge, Thetford Forest
High Lodge, Thetford Forest is located on the Norfolk / Suffolk border between the towns of Thetford and Brandon. Search for postcode IP27 0AF to find your quickest route. When you get close to the venue, please turn your Sat Nav off and follow the yellow event signage as the event will be using different car parks and entrances to normal.
Travel info
The nearest train station is Brandon (Norwich to Cambridge line), six miles away.
The nearest bus station is Thetford, seven miles away.
Only pre-booked taxis will be allowed on site, we do not have a taxi rank of cars waiting for passengers. Make sure you’ve considered your return journey before arriving and book in advance.
Please use the designated pick up point to meet with your taxi or lift home. Do not arrange to meet them on the main road. This is dangerous due to high speed traffic at night and would have an adverse impact on local residents.
Parking
All High Lodge, Thetford Forest Live car parks open at 4:30pm.
Parking costs £10 per car in advance or free for Forestry England members. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be booked in advance, alongside admission tickets. Book a parking space with Forestry England or book a parking space with Ticketmaster.
Accessible Blue Badge Parking can be booked online (same charges apply). Book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Forestry England or book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Ticketmaster.
Subject to availability, limited parking may be available on the day at a cost of £18, payable on arrival (card payments only).
Shuttle buses
Running regularly between 16:00 and 19:30. Customers have to be at their pick up point within 30 minutes of the concert finishing.
High Lodge, Thetford Forest Shuttle Bus Return: from Thetford Town
Travel in a greener way with our return Shuttle Bus service to Forest Live at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, costing £9 per person. Advance booking is essential.
For info about parking in Thetford town centre, for shuttle bus users, please see: Car Parks - Breckland Council
Ticket + Hotel Bundls
Bundl is our official ticket + hotel package partner.
Build your own Bundl, choosing from General Admission or Glade VIP tickets and a selection of local hotels suitable for all group sizes and stay lengths. Advanced booking is essential.
Additional extras such as hotel food and drink discounts, parking and breakfast are included with most options, Payment Plans are available on all orders and an optional event parking add-on is also available.
Local accommodation
No camping will be allowed on site or in the car park area.
Local camping and transport to the gig is available at Little Lodge Farm
Forest Holidays , the ultimate Forest Holiday staycations in spectacular places that tick all the boxes, naturally, available at nearby Thorpe Forest.
For other local accommodation see Thetford Tourist Information.
Westonbirt Arboretum
Directions to Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt Arboretum is located in Gloucestershire close to the town of Tetbury. Search for postcode GL8 8QS to find your quickest route. When you get close to the venue, please turn your Sat Nav off and follow the yellow event signage as the event will be using different car parks and entrances to normal.
Travel info
The nearest train station is at Kemble (Swindon to Gloucester line), 12 miles away.
Only pre-booked taxis will be allowed on site, we do not have a taxi rank of cars waiting for passengers. Make sure you’ve considered your return journey before arriving and book in advance.
Please use the designated pick up point to meet with your taxi or lift home. Do not arrange to meet them on the main road. This is dangerous due to high speed traffic at night and would have an adverse impact on our neighbours.
Parking
All Westonbirt Arboretum Forest Live car parks open at 4:30pm (except on Thursday and Friday evenings when they open at 6:00pm).
Parking costs £10 per car in advance or free for Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum and Forestry England members. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be booked in advance, alongside admission tickets. Book a parking space with Forestry England or book a parking space with Ticketmaster.
Accessible Blue Badge Parking can be booked online (same charges apply). Book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Forestry England or book an accessible Blue Badge parking space with Ticketmaster.
Subject to availability, limited parking may be available on the day at a cost of £15, payable on arrival (card payments only).
Those attending concerts from the north and north east (such as from the M5 J13, Stroud, Cirencester and Gloucester) will be parked in Westonbirt School grounds postcode GL8 8QG opposite the arboretum with a controlled pedestrian crossing and an approximate 1 mile walk to the arena along the level and well surfaced Mitchell Drive, through the heart of the beautiful Arboretum. This is to allow better traffic flow, particularly when you leave the site once the concert has ended.
Customers with additional access needs should see venue access information
Coach travel
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Bristol (Forest Live) £25 per person
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Cheltenham (Forest Live) £25 per person
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Cirencester (Forest Live) £20 per person
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Gloucester (Forest Live) £30 per person
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Stroud (Forest Live) £20 per person
Westonbirt Arboretum Coach Return: from Yate (Forest Live) £20 per person
Customers have to be at their pick up point within 30 minutes of the concert finishing.
Travel in a greener way with our return coach service to Forest Live at Westonbirt Arboretum. Advance booking is essential.
Ticket + Hotel Bundls
Bundl is our official ticket + hotel package partner.
Build your own Bundl, choosing from General Admission or Glade VIP tickets and a selection of local hotels suitable for all group sizes and stay lengths. Advanced booking is essential.
Additional extras such as hotel food and drink discounts, parking and breakfast are included with most options, Payment Plans are available on all orders and an optional event parking add-on is also available.
Local accommodation
Contact Visit Tetbury for details of local accommodation.