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Birkrigg Park, South Lake District — LA8 0DY
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7–10 August 2026
Join us in the magic of LoveHerder “Getting High on Life” 2026 and be part of a beautiful, heart‑centred and co-created space.
Nestled deep in the rolling countryside of Stainton, Cumbria, Birkrigg Park offers a truly enchanting escape into nature. Surrounded by breathtaking views, ancient woodland, two tranquil lakes, and Peasy Beck running alongside, this secluded haven is alive with wildlife, native plants, and vibrant wildflowers. By day, immerse yourself in the serenity of the landscape and the joy of the festival ... and by night, marvel at the stars that illuminate the dark Southern Lake District skies.
LoveHerder 2026 is set to be an incredibly special year, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
We’ve brought together the key details, common questions, and practical guidance to help you plan your visit with ease. Take a moment to explore the FAQs below so you can arrive feeling relaxed, informed, and ready to settle in.
LoveHerder is a heart‑led, alcohol‑ and drug‑free festival set in the beautiful South Lake District countryside. Our home at Birkrigg Park offers flat open fields, two lakes, woodland, and the flowing Peasy Beck - deep enough for a refreshing swim. The festival is intentionally intimate, spacious, and welcoming, with a focus on connection, wellbeing, music, creativity, and community.
The programme begins at 10:00am on Friday 7th August and flows gently across the weekend with music, workshops, movement, creativity, and nature‑based experiences.
The festival closes at 5:00pm on Monday 10th August.
We keep things simple, gentle, and accessible so everyone can feel at ease.
Venue: Birkrigg Park, South Lake District, LA8 0DY
Arrival: From 8:00am on Friday 7th August 2026
Programme starts: 10:00am on Friday 7th August
Event closes: 5:00pm on Monday 10th August
Departure: By 7:00pm on Monday 10th August
LoveHerder signs will be visible from the road when you get close to the festival site.
Extra nights can be added if you’d like to arrive early or stay longer. We have provided this as an option so we can keep ticket prices as accessible as possible.
Discount codes are available on request for those who need them. Contact info@loveherder.com for more details.
All vehicles must display the relevant permit for the duration of the event.
Weekend tickets include camping and access to all included workshops, music, and wellbeing spaces.
~ Extra nights available at checkout
~ Discount codes available to those who are finding finances tight are available upon on request - just ask!
~ Low‑income applications available (www.loveherder.com/tickets)
~ Payment plan applications available (www.loveherder.com/tickets)
~ Carer/PA tickets free with supporting evidence
~ Tickets and additional experiences (e.g., Sauna & Cold‑Water Tribe workshops) are available at: www.loveherder.com/tickets
Day tickets give you access to the full festival experience for the day you choose
Your ticket will include including all included workshops, music, talks, wellbeing spaces, traders, children’s activities, and the natural areas of Birkrigg Park such as the woodland, lakes, and Peasy Beck.
You’re welcome to arrive from 8:00am and stay until the end of that day’s programme.
Day tickets do not include camping, but you will have full access to toilets, showers, drinking water, food vendors, and all communal areas throughout your visit.
~Parking on site
~ Vehicle permits must be purchased and displayed at all times
~ Car‑sharing encouraged
~ Nearest railway station: Oxenholme Lake District (approx. 7 miles)
~ Bus to Endmoor + 10–15 minute walk
~ Taxis available locally
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LoveHerder signs will guide you on approach.
Included with your ticket:
~ General camping (flat ground)
~ Family camping (quieter area)
~ Accessible camping (near facilities)
You may bring:
~ Tents
~ Live‑in vehicles (with pass)
~ Small awnings
Also available:
~ Glamping - we have teamed with Summer Belles Glamping
~ Extra nights
~ Toilets, showers, drinking water
~ Bottled water available to purchase
Power is not available to campers — Birkrigg Park is off‑grid.
Birkrigg Park includes:
~ Peasy Beck (deep enough for wild swimming)
~ Two lakes
~ Ancient woodland
~ Abundant wildlife and wildflowers
Swimming is at your own risk (LoveHerder nor Birkrigg Park or it's staff take any responsibility for anyone using the surrounding waters and Lakes).
Children must be supervised at all times.
Nudity is not permitted due to a public right of way.
Midges are common — please bring repellent.
Across the weekend:
~ Live music and acoustic sessions
~ Movement, dance, embodiment
~ Breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound
~ Talks and performances
~ Creative arts and crafts
~ Children’s activities
~ Sauna and cold‑water dips
~ Healers and wellbeing practitioners
~ Ethical traders and makers
~ Magical art installations
~ Fire show
LoveHerder is a completely alcohol‑ and drug‑free event.
We offer:
~ Nourishing food
~ Vegan, vegetarian, gluten‑free options
~ Full Power Cacao
~ Hot drinks, herbal teas, soft drinks
~ Water points
Please bring your own plate and cutlery to reduce waste.
You are free to bring your own food.
If you have prescribed cannabis, you must provide your certificate before the event.
Smoking cannabis is not allowed on or around the land.
Designed with neurodivergent, disabled, and sensory‑sensitive guests in mind:
~ Flat terrain
~ Accessible toilets
~ Quiet, sensory-friendly and low-stim zones
~ Simple site layout
~ Trauma‑informed wellbeing team
~ Early arrival options
~ Free PA/carer tickets (proof will be required)
Family‑friendly offerings include:
~ Nature play Crafts
~ Children’s workshops
~ Family inclusive entertainment
~ Family camping
Children remain the responsibility of their parent/guardian at all times.
(LoveHerder nor Birkrigg Park staff accept any responsibility for any accidents or incidents that occur whilst children are not supervised by their parents or otherwise)
Our welfare team supports:
~ Emotional overwhelm
~ Sensory overload
~ First aid
~ Lost property
We operate with kindness, consent, and respect.
To honour the land and our community:
~ All loud noise (including drumming) must stop at 11pm
~ Acoustic music and gentle singing allowed at the firepit
~ Quiet hours across the site from 11pm–8am
~ Well‑behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
~ Owners must clean up after their dogs.
~ Failure to do so may affect future dog access.
~ Small stoves permitted
~ Fire pits must be off the ground
~ Firewood available at reception
~ All fires must be fully extinguished
~ Leave no trace - all rubbish must be taken home
~ Bring a torch - the site is very dark at night
~ Do not climb on dry‑stone walls
~ Do not enter fields with horses
~ LoveHerder accepts no liability for personal belongings, vehicles, tents, swimming in either Peasy Beck or the Lakes, or for children who are not beging supervised by their parents / guardians or otherwise
~ Photographers/videographers will be present; inform reception if you prefer not to be included in any publicity pictures
There are a few extra bits that will help you settle in and enjoy the weekend with ease.
~ Birkrigg Park is beautifully off‑grid, which means it gets very dark at night - a torch is essential.
~ Cash is the preferred payment method on site, as some traders won’t be able to take card.
~ Please bring a cushion, blanket, or yoga mat for workshops, and remember to pack insect repellent as midges can appear in the woodland areas.
~ Dry‑stone walls must not be climbed, and the surrounding horse fields must not be entered for safety reasons.
~ Photographers and videographers will be present throughout the weekend; if you prefer not to appear in any images, just let Reception know when you arrive.
~ And finally, LoveHerder is a leave‑no‑trace festival - please take all rubbish home with you so we can protect the wildlife and keep this beautiful land thriving.
