Unfortunately no, there will be a licensed bar on site. Normal age restrictions and licensing rules apply to the sale and consumption of alcohol. We want everyone to enjoy themselves, but please drink responsibly. We reserve the right to have security personnel remove people from the event if deemed necessary due to excessive alcohol consumption leading to rowdy, offensive or threatening behaviour.

Please note that all bags will be searched this year by security personnel on entry, and any alcohol found will be confiscated, with no exceptions.

Yes there is free car parking in site at Knipfest.

The new location for Knipfest this year means a taxi journey from town to The Rugby Club at Woodnook is approx 9 mins*

*Depending on exactly where you are in town. This timing is taken from St Peters Hill as a generic central town location.

The full line up for Knipfest 2017 can be viewed here and can also be seen across all our social media platforms. These pages will be constantly updated as we approach the event date so do check back regularly.

Knipfest will not be cancelled if it’s raining unless there is a serious deluge and the grounds become flooded. Please note there is a chance it could rain, and might be an idea to bring an umbrella just in case.

Unfortunately, without a ticket you will not be allowed to enter the grounds. Tickets are collected upon entry by our security teams and if you loose yours, you will be required to purchase another one.

Yes, there will be a range of food stalls available on site. There will be more details closer to the time.

The gates will open at 4:00pm this year and the event is scheduled to finish at 12:00pm. If you wish to leave the grounds and return later on please remember to retain both your ticket stub and your official event security entry wristband. Without your event security wristband you will not be allowed back on site.

Unfortunately due to the remote nature of the site, there are no cash points available on site. There are several cash points available in Grantham. Remember to keep all your belongings including cash secure on your person at all times.

Disabled access can be arranged, please contact us beforehand to discuss your requirements.

There are no secure storage facilities at the Knipfest event. Please remember to keep all your belongings on your person at all times, and do not leave any unattended bags on the grounds. The responsibility of any valuable items is down to the person who owns them.

Due to the nature of Knipfest, the only seating available is hay bales or on the ground. Please feel free to bring your own picnic chairs or blankets but do be aware that it may have been raining and so the ground may be wet.

There will be toilet facilities on site in the form of male and female Porta Loos.

We consider the site to be safe for children, and we welcome families to Knipfest. However please understand that the overall safety, security and responsibility of small children remains solely with the parents and/or guardians at all times. Please do not leave children unattended or allow them to wander off.

Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own food if you wish – please do remember to put all your rubbish in the bins provided or take it home with you. Also, do remember that there will be plenty of catering services available at Knipfest, providing a wide range of great food.

There are no age restrictions to gain access to Knipfest, however please remember that age restrictions do apply with regards to the purchasing and consumption of alcohol. Age challenge may apply at the bar and ID may be required if you look under 25. Please drink responsibly, and bear in mind that security will remove anyone who is considered to be disruptive to the event and general well-being of others, is a danger to themselves or others, or whose behaviour is judged to be inappropriate.

Knipfest takes place on an open field, so you may find that stout walking shoes or wellies are ideal footwear, as the ground may well be muddy.

This year Knipfest takes place at a new venue – the Kesteven Rugby Club, Woodnook nr Grantham. Click here for Google map info.

Find a steward and report it immediately. We ask that you retain your ticket stub upon entry, and if you do loose your entry security wristband but still have your ticket stub, we may be able to replace it.

If you cannot attend Knipfest 2017 after purchasing your ticket and would like to re-sell it, please get in touch with us before doing so.

If you have pre-purchased your ticket, you will only need your Knipfest 2017 ticket to gain access to the site. You will be issued with an entry security wristband on arrival. Please keep your entry security wristband on you at all times once issued. Please also be aware that you may need to bring your ID with you should you wish to purchase alcohol and are lucky enough to look under 25 as age challenge may be in force at the bar.

There will be a wide range of different food stalls available, and a licensed bar serving alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Please drink responsibly.