Festival Information
Scotland
Overview
Founded in 1998, Knockengorroch Festival is a long-running independent music and cultural festival held on a rural farm beside the Water of Deugh in the Galloway Hills.
The programme combines folk, roots, global and electronic music with DJs, workshops, talks, arts and family activities. Camping is central to the experience, while the festival's Community Interest Company structure supports its focus on community, culture and the surrounding upland environment.
Line-up
View the official line-up page for programme announcements, artists, venues and workshops.
Festival Capacity: ≈ 3,000 recent daily capacity
This provides a general indication of the festival's recent operating scale rather than its licensed maximum. Council documentation has allowed a working capacity of up to 4,999, but the festival operated at a deliberately reduced scale in 2026 and describes 2027 as a modest increase from that edition. Actual attendance can therefore vary.
First held: 19982027 edition: 29th
Location
Knockengorroch Festival takes place at Knockengorroch Farm, Carsphairn, Castle Douglas, DG7 3TJ, in a remote upland valley beside the Water of Deugh.
The site is approximately four miles from the A713 along privately maintained roads. Visitors should check the festival's current access instructions before travelling.
Travel
Full directions and current vehicle requirements are published on the festival's official Travel page.
- Car: Vehicles require the appropriate pass, and advance booking is recommended. Follow the festival's directions for the private-road approach.
- Knock Bus: Festival transport operates from Edinburgh and Glasgow, with the final four miles completed by shuttle minibus. Check the official Knock Bus page for booking and departure details.
- Public transport: Public services can reach the road end near the A713, but do not continue along the final four miles to the festival site.
- Car sharing: Encouraged to reduce traffic on the private access roads and the environmental impact of travel.
Festival Site
Knockengorroch Farm sits among mountains, moorland and the river. Festival areas are primarily on grass, with uneven ground in places and conditions that can become muddy in wet weather.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: £80 - £195
This range provides a general indication from the lowest paid youth admission to standard adult four-day admission, including booking fees. Free child tickets, concessions, donations, deposits and travel or vehicle extras are not represented. Always check the official ticket page for current pricing.
Tickets for Knockengorroch Festival can be purchased from the festival's official Tickets Page.
Ticket types
Festival admission options include:
- Four-day admission from Thursday
- Three-day admission from Friday
- Adult, concession and youth tickets
- Free admission tickets for children aged 10 and under
Vehicle passes, live-in vehicle passes and Knock Bus travel can be booked separately. Payment-plan options may also be available through the live ticket catalogue.
Important Ticket Information
Only purchase tickets through sellers linked from the festival's official website. TicketSwap is the festival's official resale partner. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult; read the current ticket terms, age guidance and access information before booking.
Accommodation
Camping is central to the Knockengorroch Festival experience and general camping is included with festival admission. Visitors should bring suitable equipment for four days in a remote upland setting.
Campsite options
- General camping: Bring your own tent and equipment for the festival stay.
- Live-in vehicles: Campervans and caravans require the appropriate vehicle pass.
- Accessible camping: A designated area is available for visitors with access requirements.
- Yurts and bell tents: Pre-pitched accommodation is independently provided by Red Kite Yurts and must be booked separately through the festival's Yurts and Bell Tents page.
Facilities
- Free on-site showers
- Accessible toilets, including facilities by the accessible campsite
- 24-hour first aid and welfare support, including refrigerated medication storage
Packing Checklist:
Ensure you are fully prepared for your festival adventure with Festival Calendar UK's Packing Checklist.
Accessibility
Knockengorroch Festival publishes detailed access information to help visitors plan for its remote, outdoor setting.
- Terrain and layout: Festival areas are mostly on flat grass, with compacted dirt paths, temporary tracking and some uneven ground. Wet weather can make conditions muddy. The venue is step-free, but there are no viewing platforms.
- Parking and camping: Accessible parking, drop-off and camping arrangements are available; contact the festival in advance to discuss requirements.
- Facilities: Accessible toilets and free showers are provided, alongside 24-hour first aid, welfare support and refrigerated medication storage.
- Personal assistant tickets: One free PA ticket is available through the festival's eligibility process.
- Assistance dogs: Registered assistance dogs are welcome.
Read the official Accessibility Information page for current details, or email admin@knockengorroch.org.uk with access enquiries.
