FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below we have tried to answer the most frequently asked questions.
If you require more detailed information please review the relevant sections or CONTACT US.
| ACCESSIBILITY | The festival itself is in a street location with pavements, ramps and facilities. There are easy access toilets located in the Blue Badge car park and in Station Road. The parking facilities other than Perins School are unsuitable for the infirm. Please be aware that there is very limited Blue Badge parking at Perins School. As with the last 2 years we have secured a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter on the main stage this year. |
| BABY CHANGE & FEEDING | One of the local playgroups provides baby change facilities and a seating area where you can feed your baby in Station Road. |
| DATE | Sunday 18th May 2025 - always the third Sunday in May! |
| DOGS | Yes, we are a dog-friendly festival. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on Mid Hants Railway between Ropley Park and Ride and Alresford. However, dogs are not allowed to travel on the coach shuttle service. Please be aware that the festival does get busy and it is sometimes difficult to walk through the main streets so may not be suitable for all dogs. Water is available at the information point. Sadly dogs are not permitted on the Farm Tours. |
| DRINKS/WATER | Are available at many retail outlets, coffee shops and festival traders in Broad Street. Some shops take part in the water refill scheme. |
| FESTIVAL TIMES | The Cavalcade marks the official opening at 10:00hrs but trading may start at 09:30hrs. The festival must close at 16:00hrs. |
| PARKING | Full details can be found on the GETTING HERE page. Postcodes for guidance only and directional signs are in use. Local volunteers will guide you to the exact site. |
| PUBLIC TRANSPORT | Access to the festival via Stagecoach Bus is on route 64 from Alton or Winchester. There is a mainline train service from London to Winchester or Alton. Please see GETTING HERE page for full details. |
| P&R SHUTTLE - TRAIN OR COACH | The timetable for the The Watercress Line shuttle between Ropley & Alresford is on their website or can be found here. |
| SEASON COOKERY SCHOOL BBQ SESSIONS | Places must be pre-booked and Under 12's must be accompanied by an adult. In this instance both places must be booked. Allergies must be notified on booking, to book click here |
| TICKETS | The free festival is open to all with no tickets required. The only charge is parking and your own personal spend. |
