Disability Access
We are committed to making Camp Bestival as accessible as possible and great efforts are being been made to achieve this where reasonable. The Lulworth Castle Grounds are predominantly flat and are partially serviced by a network of paths. However, Camp Bestival is an outdoor event utilising fields and farm land that could pose problems, particularly in wet weather. With a little help here and there though we feel that it is definitely manageable and we provide free tickets for carers to this end.
Please read the following information carefully and then complete our online application form (link below) to apply for a free carers ticket and your disabled pass.
Getting Around
Electric wheelchairs can tackle most areas without too much hindrance but the ground can be quite uneven in places and is predominantly on grass. If it rains it may get muddy and access around the site (other than on the paths) may be very difficult. The terrain is predominantly short grass with firm soil so movement around the main arena and other stages is possible for fit wheelchair users in good weather.
Camping
The Disabled Camping Area is positioned near to the main Lulworth Castle entrance and to the Main Stage. It is a few minutes from here to the main arena on relatively flat ground.
NB: Your friends can camp with you in the disabled camping area but this must be arranged when registering for your carers ticket.
Parking
Vehicles with a blue badge (or similar) can park in the disabled camping area. Friends will have to park in the main car park, however.
Facilities
- Charging points for electric wheelchairs are available upon request.
- Certain medical support is available from the on site medical centre but any specific medical needs should be discussed before purchasing a ticket.
- Accessible lavatories will be positioned at various places around the festival and we aim to protect them from public use.
- Stewards will be on hand to help with any issues that may arise during the weekend
Tickets Information
You will need to buy a ticket for yourself from the usual outlets. Please then click the link below to go to our new online application form where you can apply for a free carers ticket and your disabled pass. Please provide as much information as possible.
Camp Bestival 2008 Disabled Pass Application Form
You will need to provide:
1. A description of your disability
2. The name of your carer/helper that will be with you
3. How many would be in your group
4. Date and time of arrival
5. Vehicle registration and make
6. Please bring your blue badge or a copy of your most recent letter of entitlement to Disability Living Allowance (or similar) when you collect your carer's ticket on arrival at the event.
Further information and your vehicle pass will be posted to you approximately 1-2 weeks before the event.
If you have any pressing questions that are not answered here, please email production@bestival.net