Forbidden Forest festival

Line-up:
Defected
Mk / Sam Divine / Low Steppa / Roberto Surace / Ferreck Dawn / Jess Bays

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Support

Lee Hodge / Jnr Bilko / Ar38
 
Abode
Darius Syrossian / Waff / Detlef / Wade / Pax / Gw Harrison / Ellie Cocks / Boxia / Dnb All Stars / Hybrid Minds | Shy Fx / Goldie / Voltage / Randall / Bou / Nicky Blackmarket / Kenny Ken / Ac13 / Ben Snow

Bloc2bloc Takeover: Kaz, Mistik, Jack Banner

Mc’s: Bassman / Trigga / Spyda / Fatman D / Tempza / Crucast / Skepsis / Darkzy / Bru-c / Ts7 / Kanine / Window Kid / Lazcru / Indika / Mc Ad / Zero / Cajama / Special Guest Tba / Soul Heaven / Grant Nelson / Mighty Mouse / Sy Sez / Natasha Kitty Katt / Katie Goodman / Dave Angle / Andy Sax / Telephone Disco / Matt Erst / Sam James

OPENING TIMES AND LAST ENTRY

The next Forbidden Forest takes place on Saturday 4th September.

The doors will open at 12 PM and close at 11 PM (12:00 - 23:00 ).

Last entry is 16:00 with NO exceptions. Once you have entered the forest there will be no re admittance into the event.

 

The list below is of prohibited items you will not be able to bring into the event or wear.

• - Neither opened or sealed Food & Drink are permitted into the event.
• - Aerosols are not permitted into the event
• - Glass, including perfume and aftershave bottles are not permitted into the event
• - Illegal substances & Illegal/Legal highs (Including Nitrous Oxide) are not permitted into the event.
• - Any item which may reasonably be considered for use as an offensive weapon
• - Man Bags are not permitted into the event (Bum bags, Rucksacks, Backpacks etc are allowed. All must NOT be bigger than A4 size).
• - No bag bigger than an A4 size will be permitted into the event
• - Tracksuits are not permitted into the event (Tracksuit tops worn without the bottoms are acceptable).
• - Full body camouflage wear or workwear are not permitted into the event
• - Portable Laser Equipment or Laser Pens
• - Animals (except for approved assistance dogs)
• - Umbrellas are not permitted into the event
• - Items of clothing that can be adapted to fully cover the face are not permitted into the event
• - Full face masks are not permitted into the event
• - Professional audio, audio-visual, film, or video recording equipment
• - Flares, bangers, fireworks, sparklers, Chinese lanterns and Naked Flames inc. tea lights
• - Anybody that requires medication to be brought to the event must inform the organizer 48 hours prior to arrival. They must carry the relevant data sheets with the medication.

 

IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE?

There is parking available when you arrive on site at £10 per car.

IS ID ESSENTIAL?

ID is essential for entry. NO ID NO ENTRY. Please see the 'Age Restriction' section for a list of valid forms of identification

CAN YOU BUY TICKETS ON THE DOOR?

There will be NO tickets available on the door.

IS IT SAFE TO BUY 2ND HAND TICKETS?

If you are buying second hand / resale tickets from people you know and trust, this shouldn't be an issue. However with these shows selling out in advance, the festival has seen a serge in fake tickets and people selling the same ticket on multiple times. Forbidden Forest can not guarantee entry on any 2nd hand resale ticket. Anyone buying 2nd hand resale tickets do at their own risk. NO fake ticket holder will gain access to the event.

ARE CIGARETTES SOLD AT THE EVENT?

Yes you can purchase cigarettes from the merchandise stall at the event.

IS THERE A DRESSCODE?

The dresscode is outdoor event friendly, however there are items of clothing that are not permited such as tracksuits, Manbags etc. For the full list, please see the 'Prohibated Items & Clothing' section.

IS THE EVENT UNDER COVER?

All stages are positioned within the forest with a small degree of coverage, however these areas are mainly open air and exposed to the elements so please dress accordingly. Rain is alwasy likely so please bring attire to keep yourself comfortable and dry.

ARE THERE LOCKERS AVAILIBLE?

Yes lockers are available on site to allow the safe storage of any belongings you do not wish to carry.

When is Forbidden Forest 2021?

Forbidden Forest returns to The Oaks Forest in Bourne on Saturday 4th September.

 

Where is Forbidden Forest?

Forbidden Forest is located in The Oaks Forest, Bourne. The full address is: North Avenue, Grimsthorpe, Bourne, PE10 0LY.

 

How do I get to Forbidden Forest?

By Car - You can drive directly to the venue. Parking will cost £10 and a parking tickets MUST be purchased before the event to reserve your spot. Please follow the below address if you are driving to the event and follow road signs once you are close: Grimsthorpe, Bourne, PE10 0LY.

By Bus - The most cost effective way to travel. Please book one of our chartered coach's leaving from most major towns/cities via our website. Questions? Email info@forbidden-forest.co.uk

By Taxi - Pre-booked taxi or mini bus is also a great way to travel. We STRONGLY advise you book this in advance due to the venues rural location.

 

How much are Forbidden Forest tickets?

Tickets are not yet on sale but you can be the first to know when tickets do go on sale by signing up to a reminder above.

 

Are pre-payment plan tickets available?

Payment Plan tickets are not currently available.

 

What happens If I bought a ticket and cannot attend?

Unfortunately we can’t issue you with a refund if you can’t make the event due to work commitments or your mates have dropped out. In these circumstances, we advise passing on your tickets privately to avoid losing out on the money spent.

Refunds can only be offered if the event is cancelled or postponed, as agreed upon purchase.

 

Does Forbidden Forest have onsite camping?

No, Forbidden Forest is a non camping festival.

 

Does Forbidden Forest have any age restrictions?

Yes you must be 18 or over to attend Forbidden Forest. You may be asked to show photo ID upon entry.

 

Can I bring my own food and drink into Forbidden Forest?

You are not allowed to bring your own food and drink into Forbidden Forest. There will be a wide variety of food and drink stalls inside the festival, serving up organic, vegetarian and vegan options. 

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TRAVEL BY COACH

The most cost effective way to travel. Please book one of our chartered coach's leaving from most major towns/cities via our website.

TRAVEL BY TAXI/MINI BUS

Pre-booked taxi or mini bus is also a great way to travel. We STRONGLY advise you book this in advance due to the venues rural location.

 

DRIVING

You can also drive directly to the venue. Parking will cost £10 and a parking tickets MUST be purchased before the event to reserve your spot. Please follow the below address if you are driving to the event and follow road signs once you are close:

Grimsthorpe, Bourne, PE10 0LY

 

COACH TRAVEL INFORMATION

Pick up and drop off points:

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Birmingham:

Bus Stands,

1 Dudley Street,

Birmingham,

B5 4EG.

Departing: 11:00hrs 

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Corby

Bus Stop outside train Station,

Station Road,

NN17 1TT

Departing: 11:00hrs

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Coventry:

Bus Stands,

Rail Station,

Eaton Rd,

Coventry,

CV1 2FD

Departing: 11:00hrs 

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Derby:

Ghost Bar 15A Wardwick,

Derby,

DE1 1HA.

Departing: 11:00hrs 

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Grantham Shuttle:

Railway Station (outside station), 

Grantham 

NG31 6BS

Departing: 13:00hrs 

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Hull:

Bus Stands outside Funktion Hull Nightclub,

54 Anlaby Rd,

Hull,

HU3 2SB

Departing: 11:00hrs 

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Leeds:

Bus Stop 'F'

St Peters Street

Leeds

LS9 8BL

Departing: 11:00hrs

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Leicester:

Bus Stand (BH)

Liquid Envy Nightclub Gravel Street,

Leicester.

LE1 3AN.

Departing: 11:00hrs

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Lincoln

Central Train Station,

St Marys Street,

Lincoln,

LE5 7EW

Departing: 11:00hrs

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Loughborough:

Railway Station

Nottingham Rd, 

Loughborough 

LE11 1EX

Departing @ 11:15hrs  

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Manchester:

Bus Stand (Outside Piccadilly Station)

Fairfield Street

Manchester

M60 7RA

Departing: 10:30hrs 

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Northampton:

Northampton Train Station,

Bus Stop Station Approach,

Black Lion Hill

NN1 1SP

Departing: 10:45hrs 

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Nottingham:

Bus Stop C2 (opposite Ocean Nightclub),

Collin Street, Broadmarsh A6008

Nottingham,

NG1 7EQ.

Departing: 11:00hrs 

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Peterborough

Bright Street Coach Park (Brewery Tap)

PE1 2AA

Departing: 11:15hrs

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Sheffield:

Bus Stand SS4,

Sheaf Street (A61)

Sheffield,

S1 4SE. 

Departing: 11:15hrs 

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Stoke:

Stoke-on-Trent Train Station,

Bus Stop,

Station Road

ST4 2AA

Departing: 11:30hrs 

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Spalding:

Spalding Bus Station,

Winfrey Avenue,

PE11 1QB

Departing: 12:00hrs

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Kettering:

Kettering Station,

Station Road,

NN15 7HJ

Departing: 12:00hrs

 

 

 

 

 

*PLEASE NOTE -  A departure schedule will be provided below and on our socials a few days before the event. Each city will have a specific departure time from site to aid in a controlled departure. This departure time will be adhered to and will leave on time so please make sure you are at your coach stop 5-10 mins before your coach is scheduled to leave. 

 

Forbidden Forest was born as a passionate response to the stagnation of the dance music and clubbing circuit in the UK.

Created by a group of music enthusiasts they felt frustrated by the restrictions that the classic warehouse or tent spaces often encumbered on a large-scale events.