Festival Information
East Midlands
Overview
Nene Valley Rock Festival is a small, independently organised festival focused on classic rock, progressive rock and blues, with occasional folk influences. Its programme combines established performers with bands that receive less exposure at larger festivals, with an emphasis on original music rather than tribute acts.
Three stages and their audience areas are housed inside covered marquees. The two main stages alternate to reduce clashes and make it possible to watch complete sets, while a third stage provides a contrasting choice. The festival is run by volunteers on a not-for-profit basis, with camping and glamping available close to the Music Arena.
Line-up
View the full festival line-up. The official website also provides individual daily line-up pages and performance schedules.
Festival Capacity: 1,000 festival-goers per day
The organiser limits attendance to a maximum of 1,000 festival-goers each day. This is a daily attendance limit rather than a cumulative figure across the full four-day festival.
Location
Nene Valley Rock Festival takes place in the parkland at Grimsthorpe Castle, Grimsthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 0LY. The Music Arena and campsite occupy a large field west of the Castle, with three stages and their audience areas housed inside covered marquees.
- Ground: the arena is on a flat grassy meadow, although the surface may be uneven in places and conditions can be affected by wet weather.
- Parking: free day parking is available, with signs and stewards directing visitors on arrival.
- Road access: the venue is approximately eight miles from the A1 Colsterworth junction via the A151.
Check the festival’s official directions before travelling for current entrance and arrival guidance.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: £20 - £189
This approximate range provides a general guide to child and adult festival ticket prices. Always check the official ticket page for current pricing.
NVRF uses a price promise rather than phased ticket releases and states that tickets will not be offered for less later.
Official festival tickets are available from the NVRF ticket page.
Options include:
- Four-day festival passes
- Three-day Friday-to-Sunday passes
- Individual day and evening tickets
- Reduced-price U16 and U10 tickets
Camping & Motorhomes:
- Four-day and three-day tent pitches
- Single-night tent pitches
- Motorhome and caravan pitches
- Reduced single-person pitches
- Pre-booked electrical hook-ups
Important Ticket Information:
Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 21 or over throughout the event, including the campsite. Read the festival's official ticket terms before booking.
Accommodation
Nene Valley Rock Festival has a dedicated campsite within the Grimsthorpe Castle grounds, a short walk from the Music Arena. Camping must be booked separately from festival admission.
Accommodation Options:
- Tent camping, including reduced single-person pitches
- Caravan and motorhome pitches
- Pre-booked electrical hook-ups
- A camping area close to the arena for people with mobility disabilities
- Pre-pitched glamping, booked separately through the festival’s approved provider
Cars can normally be parked beside tents, although this may change if weather or ground conditions require an alternative arrangement. Toilets, showers and drinking-water points are provided on the campsite.
Campsite Regulations:
- No glass or other breakable items
- No BBQs or open fires; camping stoves must be raised off the ground
- Keep noise to a minimum in the main campsite at night
- Dogs must remain on a lead, be kept under control and stay at least 10 metres from speaker stacks when inside stage marquees
Read the festival’s official camping rules before attending.
Packing Checklist:
Ensure you are fully prepared for your festival adventure with Festival Calendar UK's Packing Checklist.
Accessibility
Nene Valley Rock Festival takes place primarily on grass. The Music Arena is on a flat meadow, although the ground may be uneven in places, and the stages are housed inside marquees.
- Blue Badge parking close to the Music Arena entrance
- A camping area close to the arena for people with mobility disabilities
- Accessible toilets
- A designated seated viewing area for visitors who arrange this in advance
- Free admission for essential carers, subject to prior arrangement
- Assistance dogs permitted, subject to the festival’s safety rules
Visitors who need electrical power for mobility or medical equipment should contact the festival before attending. Read the official accessibility policy or email info@nvrf.co.uk to discuss individual requirements.
