Festival Information
East Of England
Overview
The Cambridge Folk Festival, established in 1965, is one of the world's longest-running and most prestigious folk music events. Held annually in the picturesque grounds of Cherry Hinton Hall, the festival attracts around 14,000 attendees. Known for its eclectic mix of music, the festival showcases traditional folk artists alongside contemporary acts, featuring country, blues, roots, and world music. The event is renowned for its unique atmosphere, commitment to nurturing emerging talent, and dedication to sustainability, having achieved the Greener Festival Outstanding Certification.
Location
Cambridge Folk Festival takes place at: Cherry Hinton Hall, Cherry Hinton Rd, Cambridge, CB1 8DW.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: £35 - £230
Tickets to Cambridge Folk Festival can be purchased from their Tickets Page.
Options include:
- Full Festival Tickets
- Day Tickets
- City Resident Children's Concert
- Under 5's Ticket (FREE)
Upgrades and Extras:
- Parking (Weekend or Day)
- Premium Experience (VIP)
- Pre-pitched Tents
- Caravan / Minivan
- Glamping
Accommodation
Cambridge Folk Festival is a camping festival, please bring your own equipment.
Campsite Options:
Note: There are no cashpoints on site; The bars are card only.
- Cherry Hinton Campsite - no showers, close to arena.
- Coldham’s Common Campsite - 1.5 miles from arena, showers, shuttle bus service.
- Turing Locke - studio and suite apartments.
- Glamping at Coldham's Common
Packing Checklist:
Ensure you're fully prepared for your festival adventure with our Essential Packing Checklist.
Accessibility
Cambridge Folk Festival is committed to accessibility for all attendees. The event offers designated viewing areas at all stages, accessible camping at Coldham's Common with power, toilets, and showers, and wheelchair-accessible minibus services between sites. Manual wheelchairs and battery recharging facilities are available. Accessible toilets are located throughout the festival grounds, including a Mobiloo changing space. Blue Badge holders can apply for special unloading passes. For comprehensive accessibility information, please visit the official access page. If you need further assistance, contact the Box Office at tickets@cambridge.gov.uk.
