Into the Woods Festival – Kent, England 2026

Overview

Into the Woods Festival is an electrifying underground dance music ritual nestled in the ancient woodlands of Piercefield Park, drawing 3,000 devoted pilgrims for a transformative escape into rhythm, nature, and communal energy in the Wye Valley’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This intimate, 18+ event fuses house, UKG, minimal, and techno across three bespoke woodland stages with Funktion-One sound systems and immersive visual effects, creating a hedonic journey that’s evolved from Bristol’s hidden gems to a celebrated staple of UK electronic scenes. Amid towering trees and riverside vistas, attendees surrender to all-night sets, street food feasts, and cocktail bars that amplify the festival’s ethos of unity and raw expression.

Distinguished by its zero-tolerance for negativity and focus on positive vibes, Into the Woods prioritizes a safe, inclusive woodland haven with hot showers, vanity stations, and welfare crews, ensuring a seamless blend of hedonism and harmony; whether lost in a dawn set or chilling in designated areas, it’s a weekend that recharges the soul through sonic immersion and fleeting connections. See official site: https://www.intothewoodsfestival.co.uk

Event Highlights

• Main activities or performances: Pulsing lineups across three woodland stages featuring underground heavyweights; past editions spotlighted Enzo Siragusa, Prospa, Sweely, SOSA, Max Dean, Fleur Shore, and Josh Baker, with 2026 poised for similar high-caliber house, techno, and UKG acts announced closer to event, complemented by immersive FX, visual art projections, and late-night rituals till midnight.
• Special traditions or features: Signature rituals include the tribe’s annual woodland gathering emphasizing eco-conscious travel like coach shuttles and carbon-minimizing initiatives; all-night dance ceremonies guided by Funktion-One audio, plus a cocktail and prosecco bar serving vibe-enhancing drinks, fostering a legacy of ritualistic unity since its Bristol origins.
• Unique attractions for visitors: Enchanted elements like glitter and beauty stalls for festival flair, expansive chill zones with 24/7 first aid, and panoramic Wye Valley views during sets; the site’s shuttle service eases access, while street food diversity (vegan/gluten-free) and no-glass policy enhance the pristine, weapon-free sanctuary blending nature’s majesty with electronic euphoria.

Why attend

Into the Woods beckons as a sacred pause from the everyday grind, where ancient trees frame underground anthems from rare collaborations, crafting a bubble of unadulterated joy for electronic aficionados craving intimacy over mass spectacle—think dawn breakthroughs amid mist-shrouded oaks, far from the fray. The 3,000-capacity cap ensures elbow room for deep immersion, with thoughtful touches like hot showers and shuttle buses turning logistics into effortless magic, leaving you euphoric and earthbound in equal measure.

It’s more than beats—it’s a reclamation of wild spirit, where strangers become tribe over shared silences in chill zones or ecstatic peaks on dancefloors, all underscored by a strict no-trouble ethos that safeguards the vibe; emerging from this ritual renewed, with stories of transcendent sets and valley sunrises that linger, making it an essential pilgrimage for anyone seeking electronic enlightenment in England’s verdant heart.

Date & Duration

Dates: TBA, September 2026 (expected weekend similar to past patterns: Friday arrival, Saturday main event)

Duration: 2 days

Venue / Location

Piercefield Park hosts the core experience with three woodland stages, campsite, and arena in a historic, riverside setting; no additional venues, though nearby Chepstow pubs may host fringe events. Main Google location address: Piercefield Park, Chepstow, NP16 6EH, United Kingdom

Ticket Information

• Tickets sold exclusively online in advance via Skiddle and official site; no on-site or lottery options, with payment plans available; digital e-tickets scanned for wristbands at entry.
• Admission paid only; strictly 18+ with Challenge 25 ID checks (passport/driving license/PASS hologram required).
• Ticket pricing in USD: Weekend passes expected from ~$130 USD (minimum for early bird at £100 +BF, based on patterns) to ~$195 USD (maximum for standard at £150 +BF); camping add-ons ~$65 USD (£50).
• Special seating or VIP options include camping bundles with shuttle access and hot facilities; no formal VIP, but accessible viewing via welfare team requests; family/child options unavailable due to age limit.

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Contact Information

• Email: itwfestival@gmail.com (general inquiries, bookings, and welfare); info@intothewoodsfestival.co.uk (additional support).
• Phone: Not specified; use email or site contact form.
• Website: https://www.intothewoodsfestival.co.uk (official site for tickets, lineup, and updates).
• Social Media: @intothewoodsfestival_uk (Instagram primary), @intothewoodsuk (X/Twitter, Facebook), Into The Woods Festival (YouTube/TikTok).
• Key Staff: Produced by Discotek Events Limited; contact via general email.
• Press/Volunteers: Press via email; volunteer opportunities TBD via site announcements.
• Note: Response time ~24–48 hours. English support available.

Getting There

• Nearest airports: Bristol Airport (BRS, ~25 miles/45-min drive); Cardiff Airport (CWL, ~40 miles/1-hour drive); Birmingham Airport (BHX, ~90 miles/2-hour drive) for broader flights.
• Public transport: Trains to Chepstow Station (1 mile/20-min walk, ~2 hours from London Paddington via Newport); return coaches from Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Hereford, Newport (~£20-30, book via Skiddle); shuttle bus from station to site.
• Parking: Paid passes via Skiddle (~$13 USD/£10/day) at Chepstow Racecourse (1 mile away); free shuttle for campers/gear; no sleeping in cars, designated drop-off zone for lifts/taxis.
• Driving directions: From M4, exit J24 onto M48 toward Chepstow, follow A48 to Piercefield Park signs; sat-nav NP16 6EH; ~2 hours from London, book taxis in advance (e.g., K&M: 01291 622906).

Accommodation Options

• On-site camping: Included in weekend tickets on Piercefield Park fields (100m from arena); campervan section adjacent with hot showers, vanity stations, toilets; free shuttle from car park, no generators/BBQs.
• Glamping and VIP: Basic tent pitches only; upgrade to campervan (~$65 USD add-on) for self-contained setups; no luxury glamping announced.
• Nearby hotels: Chepstow options like The Three Tuns (0.5 miles, historic pub rooms, from ~$110 USD/night with parking) or Premier Inn Chepstow (1 mile, budget WiFi/breakfast, ~$91 USD); book via Booking.com.
• Local B&Bs and rentals: St. Pierre Marriott (3 miles, luxury grounds/pool, ~$195 USD) or Airbnb cottages in Tintern (5 miles, woodland views, ~$130 USD); limited spots—reserve early for September.

Reviews

• Magical woodland immersion from dusk till dawn—sets built such epic energy, and the shuttle made setup breeze; felt like a secret society gathering, zero hassle.
• Prospa absolutely slayed, vibes were pure euphoria amid the trees; camping comforts exceeded expectations, and food stalls nailed vegan options—returning ritual.
• Intimate scale kept it electric without crowds; security fair but firm, chill zones perfect for recharge—best underground escape, nature and beats in harmony.