Beat-Herder 2026: Your travel guide to parking, trains, buses and more
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It’s festival time again!
Only two weeks after an epic Lytham Festival, which brought headlining sets from Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, the Pet Shop Boys and Pitbull to Lancashire, the county is now gearing up for another huge festival as Beat-Herder’s returns.
Thousands of music fans will descend on the Ribble Valley this week as Beat-Herder returns for another weekend of music, mayhem and glorious weirdness.
The four-day festival runs from Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19, bringing together world-class DJs, live acts, immersive stages and the unmistakable Beat-Herder atmosphere that has made it one of the UK's most-loved boutique festivals.
Where is the festival?
Beat-Herder takes place between Clitheroe and Sawley in the Ribble Valley. For sat-nav users, BB7 4LH will get you close to the site.
Can I park at the Beat-Herder festival?
Parking is available at the festival, however organisers are advising festival-goers to book in advance as paying on the day can be more expensive.
Visitors can add car parking passes to their booking by contacting Ticketline directly with their full name and booking reference.
Can I get a taxi?
Yes. There is a dedicated pick-up and drop-off point inside the festival site. Organisers recommend using local firms including: Tiger Taxis, Eagle Cars, RS Travel, Beez Taxis.
Is it easy to get the train to Beat-Herder?
The nearest train stations are Skipton and Clitheroe, but neither are in short walking distance.
However, once off the train it’s a relatively short taxi ride to the festival.
Do buses run past the festival site?
Yes, bus services do pass the festival gates, including the 280 operated by Stagecoach which runs along the A59 from Preston.
You can get more info about services and timetables here.
Who is playing this year?
This year's line-up is headed by Faithless Live, Sigma and Wilkinson (DJ).
Other highlights include Groove Armada (DJ Set), David Rodigan, Mr Scruff & MC Kwasi, Roni Size, TSHA, Tiga, House Gospel Choir, Kings of the Rollers ft. INJA, The Orb Live AV, Beardyman, Utah Saints, Queen Omega & The Royal Souls, Aphrodite, Eats Everything and hundreds more performing across Beat-Herder's unique collection of stages.