Groundswell 2025 FAQs
➜ WHERE IS TAXI PICK UP?
In the Main Visitor Car Park near to the festival entrance, https://w3w.co/area.fired.hears
➜ WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO GROUNDSWELL
Dress for the weather, print your ticket at home for a faster entry, bring swimming costume for sauna (if you desire!), yoga mat, if camping think about eye mask and ear plugs. Comfortable footwear is recommended.
➜ DO YOU RUN A SHUTTLE BUS?
Yes, we run a free shuttle bus from Stevenage station
➜ IS THERE SOMEWHERE TO LOCK MY BICYCLE?
There are bicycle stands by the Drop Off Point in the Main Visitor Car Park.
➜ WHAT TIME CAN I ARRIVE TO CAMP?
The Campsite is open from 4pm on Tuesday 1st July.
The Campsite closes at 11am on Friday 4th July.
➜ WHEN IS THE EARTHWORM ARMS BAR OPEN AND FOOD AVAILABLE?
Tuesday 1st (set up day) – 5pm til late
Wednesday 2nd – 8am til late
Thursday 3rd – 8am til late
Food traders will also be operating all day and evenings througout the show.
➜ IS THERE A STUDENT AND YOUNG FARMERS TICKET DISCOUNT?
Yes, 35% – need to present a NUS/TOTUM card or YF membership
➜ IS THERE DISABLED ACCESS & PARKING?
The showground is on a working farm but there are no steep inclines and there are disabled toilet facilities available.
You can hire Mobility Scooters and Wheelchairs at Groundswell through Event Mobility
Disabled/Blue badge parking is located next to the taxi rank/drop-off point. Please ensure you enter site via the Main Visitor Car Park
➜ CAN CHILDREN ATTEND GROUNDSWELL?
Groundswell is an agricultural trade show and conference for adults and it is not designed for children. Exceptions can be made for working young farmers aged 16 and over.
There are no facilities or activities for children.
Every person on-site, regardless of age, is required to register for a ticket. Students (with ID) and YFC members are eligible for a 35% discount.
➜ WHERE IS FIRST AID?
Report to the Event Office (near Exhibitor Loading Area) or in an emergency call 999 and also the Groundswell office on 01462 790 219.
➜ CAN I BRING MY DOG?
Dogs (except Assistance & Guide Dogs) are not encouraged to attend.
➜ CAN I LEAVE MY DOG IN MY CAR IN THE CAR PARK?
No. Dogs should not be left unattended in the carpark.
➜ CAN I CAMP IN THE CAR PARK?
No. You have to camp in the camping area which is subject to a £30 (+ VAT) pitch fee per person (covers three nights 1st to 4th). There is a separate Live-in Vehicle area in the Car Park for campervans or vehicles with tents attached, it’s £75 (+ VAT) per vehicle (includes up to 2 people).
➜ CAN I PARK BESIDE MY TENT?
No cars are allowed in the camping area. If you want to camp next to your car you have to be in the Live-in Vehicle area.
➜ CAN I DRIVE ONTO THE CAMPSITE TO DROP OFF MY STUFF?
No, you must park in the car park and walk into the campsite which is next to the Red Box Office.
➜ CAN I LIGHT A FIRE IN THE CAMP SITE?
No but camping stoves are acceptable.
➜ AM I ALLOWED TO LEAVE AND RE-ENTER THE SITE?
Yes. Just make sure you have your lanyard, wristband (for showground) and camping wristband (for camping areas)
➜ WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?
We have marquees and other forms of shelter for most sessions. Bring waterproofs and warm clothes for the evening
➜ WHAT ARE THE PARKING ARRANGEMENTS?
Visitors park in the Main Car Park, there is no charge for parking and no need for a parking pass.
Exhibitors have a separate car park which is accessible from the exhibitor entrance (vehicle passes required, these will be included with your exhibitor ticket). Exhibitors are welcome to park in the general car parks if they do not have a pass.
Glampers and Live-in Vehicles are to follow separate signage to their areas.
➜ WHAT ARE THE CAMPING ARRANGEMENTS?
At the campsite there will be showers and loos in the camping field itself. There is no electric hook-up for caravans/campervans. Camping Pitch Fee of £30 (+ VAT) per person can be purchased with your ticket, Live-in Vehicles are £75 (+ VAT).
➜ WHAT WILL COST ME MONEY ON THE DAY?
Food and Drink from the independent food and drink traders. Drinking water taps are located around the site so consider bringing a drinking vessel.
➜ ARE THERE PHONE CHARGING FACILITIES?
Power banks will be available to hire from a machine next to the main entrance.
➜ CAN I PASS MY TICKET TO SOMEONE ELSE DURING THE FESTIVAL
No, tickets are unique to individuals and one wristband to enter will be issued to each ticket holder.
➜ IS THERE A LEFT LUGGAGE / LOST PROPERTY SERVICE?
Left luggage / Lost Property service can be found next to the Registration Tent and will be available between the following times:
Tuesday 1st – 4pm to 9pm
Wednesday 2nd – 7am to 9pm
Thursday 3rd – 7am to 9pm
➜ I HAVE BEEN OFFERED THE CHANCE TO BUY THE GROUNDSWELL ATTENDEE LIST – HAVE YOU SOLD ATTENDEE DETAILS?
Absolutely not! Groundswell would never sell delegate contact details so if you are emailed offering ‘Groundswell contact list’ or similar, it is definitely spam.
➜ WHEN ARE THE NEXT GROUNDSWELL EVENTS?
Groundswell 2025 will be held on Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd July. Groundswell 2026 will fall on 1st and 2nd July 2026.