Festival Calendar UK

Y Not? Festival

East Midlands

Overview

Y Not? is an indie- and rock-led camping festival in the Derbyshire countryside. Established acts and emerging bands share the programme with a wider mix of music, while late-night DJs keep things going after the main-stage performances.

Beyond the music, visitors can explore family activities, outdoor cinema, fairground rides and fancy dress. General and family camping, pre-pitched tents and glamping give visitors different ways to spend the weekend among the fields around Pikehall.

Line-up

Explore the official line-up for artists, stages and programme announcements.

Festival Capacity: ≈ 33,000

First held: 20062027 edition: 20th

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Location

Y Not? Festival takes place at: Green View Farm, Pikehall Nr Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2PG.

Travel Info

See the official travel information in the festival FAQs for arrival guidance, parking and transport options. Buxton and Matlock are the nearest railway stations; plan onward travel, as the festival does not operate a local station shuttle.

Big Green Coach provides official return coach travel. Drivers need a parking pass and should follow the festival's arrival instructions.

Venue

The festival occupies hilly farmland around Pikehall, with grassy areas and some steep inclines. Firm paths connect parts of the site, but other routes include loose gravel or grass. Conditions can be dusty in dry weather and muddy after rain.

Tickets

Basic Price Range:  £16 - £270

An approximate guide from paid child tickets to weekend admission with Thursday entry, including booking fees. Check the official ticket page for current prices.

Tickets to Y Not? Festival can be purchased from their Tickets Page.

Options include:

  • Weekend tickets with Thursday entry — Thursday to Sunday
  • Standard weekend tickets — Friday to Sunday
  • General or family camping options

Weekend admission includes camping. Separate ticket types are available for adults, young people aged 13–17 and children aged 6–12. Children aged five and under need a free ticket.

Upgrades and Extras:

  • Thursday entry — add an extra day to a standard weekend ticket
  • Paradise Peaks — camping near the arena, with hot showers, flushing loos and pamper tents
  • Glamping
  • Parking
  • Live-in vehicle passes
  • Tony's — an arena area with a private bar, food traders, flushing loos and late-night DJs

Important Ticket Information

Use only booking links provided by the official festival website and read the event terms and conditions before purchasing. Under-16s must attend with a parent or guardian aged 21 or over.

Accommodation

Weekend admission to Y Not? Festival includes camping. Bring your own tent and equipment, or book pre-pitched accommodation or glamping. Choose the appropriate ticket for general or family camping; premium camping and live-in vehicle passes are additional.

Campsite Options:

  • General camping
  • Family camping, with the appropriate family camping ticket
  • Paradise Peaks — camping near the arena with hot showers, flushing loos and pamper tents
  • Pre-pitched tents
  • Glamping
  • Live-in Vehicles
  • Accessible camping, by application

Campsite Regulations:

  • No gazebos
  • No fires or BBQs
  • No glass
  • No pets; assistance dogs must be arranged through the access team

See the official accommodation page for camping options, facilities and booking links, and the FAQs for campsite rules.

Packing Checklist:

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Accessibility

Y Not? Festival provides accessible camping and parking, accessible loos and showers, Changing Places facilities and designated viewing areas. The festival takes place on hilly farmland, so ground conditions and distances are important when planning a visit.

Applications use the Nimbus Access Card or a free festival-specific Digital Access Pass. Essential Companion tickets are available to eligible visitors through the access application process.

Check the official access page before buying companion tickets, parking or live-in vehicle extras, as eligibility affects the booking process. It also explains how to request facilities and contact the team if you cannot use the Access Card process.

For queries or support, contact the Access Team at access@ynotfestival.com.