Festival Information
East Of England
Overview
Secret Island Festival is a electronic music festival held on Mersea Island in Essex. The programme centres on DJs and electronic artists across multiple stages, alongside a smaller selection of live performances and alternative spaces.
Now a multi-day event with on-site camping, the festival runs across a weekend format with both day and weekend tickets available. Alongside the music programme, the site includes food and drink traders and quieter areas, with the coastal island setting shaping the overall atmosphere.
Festival Capacity: ≈5,000
This figure is based on published information that Secret Island Festival operates with a capacity of around 5,000 people for its main event. It represents an approximate total audience including ticket holders, crew, and staff. Actual capacity may change slightly year to year as the festival evolves and licences are updated.
Location
Secret Island Festival takes place at: Strood Field, East Mersea Road, Mersea, Essex, CO5 8SL.
The festival is held on Mersea Island in Essex, an island connected to the mainland by a single road.
The site is an outdoor event field, with the surrounding coastal setting contributing to the atmosphere of the festival.
Tickets
Basic Price Range: £28 - £190
This price range gives a general indication of the lowest and highest ticket prices typically available across the festival’s ticket options. Always check the official ticket page for current pricing.
Many festivals release tickets in phases such as Early Bird and later tier releases. Prices generally increase as lower-tier tickets sell out and the festival date approaches.
Tickets for Secret Island Festival can be purchased from the festival's official ticket page.
Tickets are available as weekend passes and day tickets, with both camping and non-camping options.
Options include:
- Weekend Camping Tickets (3-day festival access)
- Weekend Non-Camping Tickets
- Day Tickets (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- VIP upgrades (Saturday access)
Upgrades and Extras:
- Camping add-on (for non-camping tickets that would like an upgrade)
- Campervan pitch (vehicles under 6m, no caravans)
- Car parking
Important Ticket Information
Day ticket holders are not permitted re-entry once they leave the festival arena. Entry times vary by ticket type, and access to the arena may close in the evening.
Only purchase tickets from official sellers listed on the festival’s website. Please review the festival’s official ticket Terms & Conditions before purchasing, as policies on refunds, exchanges, and entry requirements may vary.
Accommodation
Secret Island Festival offers on-site camping for weekend ticket holders, with options for tents and campervans.
Campsite Options:
- General camping (tents)
- Campervan pitches (vehicles under 6m in length - no caravans)
Campsite Notes:
- Camping is only available with a valid camping or weekend ticket.
- No caravans or vehicles over 6 metres are permitted on site.
- There are no showers on site; temporary toilets and drinking water are provided.
- Open fires, fire pits, and disposable BBQs are not permitted.
- Quiet hours apply overnight to reduce noise in the campsite.
Camping facilities are basic, so attendees should come prepared for a self-sufficient stay.
If you have specific queries, visit the official website.
Packing Checklist:
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Accessibility
Secret Island Festival takes place on an outdoor event field on Mersea Island. The site consists primarily of grass surfaces, which may be uneven or affected by weather conditions.
The festival provides a number of accessibility provisions, including:
- Accessible camping and parking (available on request at the time of booking)
- Personal Assistant (PA) tickets available through an application process
- First aid and welfare facilities on site
Assistance dogs are permitted. Other animals are not allowed on site.
For full details on accessibility arrangements and to apply for a Personal Assistant ticket, attendees should contact the organisers directly.
