Weyfest – Farnham, England 2026
Overview
Weyfest is a laid-back, family-friendly music festival celebrating indie, folk, rock, and world sounds in the charming open-air setting of the Rural Life Living Museum, a working heritage site in Surrey’s Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Established in 2007 by Weyfest Ltd., it has become a beloved annual pilgrimage for 5,000 attendees, blending over 30 hours of eclectic live music across four stages with interactive museum exhibits, steam train rides, and community crafts that evoke rural England’s nostalgic charm. Known for its stress-free vibe—no mud, no crowds, just picnic rugs, posh loos, and friendly stewards—past lineups have featured acts like The Boomtown Rats, The Blockheads, and The Strawbs, earning it the “Best Family Festival” nod at the UK Festival Awards for its wholesome, accessible allure.
For 2026, expect a return to the museum’s idyllic grounds following 2025’s success, with early bird tickets drawing crowds for an expanded program of music, drama, and creative workshops amid the site’s vintage tractors and light railway. It’s more than a fest—it’s a mini-holiday of discovery, where generations mingle over barbecues and barn dances, just 45 minutes from Guildford, perfect for those seeking a compact, heartwarming escape in a living museum of countryside lore.
Event Highlights
- Main attractions: Eclectic indie-folk-rock lineups across four stages, with past headliners like The Boomtown Rats and The Blockheads signaling 2026’s mix of legends and local gems.
- Main activities or performances: Over 30 hours of sets from Thursday previews to Sunday closers, including acoustic nooks, walkabout theater, and collaborative family sing-alongs amid museum relics.
- Special traditions or features: Signature steam train joyrides looping the site, “Wey Tales” storytelling circles, and eco-friendly “picnic pledges” for zero-waste feasts.
- Unique attractions for visitors: Hands-on crafts in the museum’s vintage barns, light railway chugs through wildflower meadows, and pop-up demos of rural skills like blacksmithing.
About This Event
- Historical roots: Launched in 2007 as a cozy folk gathering, it weaves the Rural Life Museum’s 1970s heritage into a festival tapestry, honoring Surrey’s rural past with modern merriment.
- Scale and impact: Capped at 5,000 for intimacy, it donates profits to the Old Kiln Museum Trust (charity No. 289150), boosting Farnham’s cultural economy by £500K+ annually.
- Family focus: Under-10s free with adult, dedicated kids’ zone with supervised crafts and drama; max 4 children per adult for inclusive, low-key fun.
- Environmental commitment: Plastic-free zones, composting stations, and incentives for carpooling to preserve the Surrey Hills’ pristine paths.
- Community ties: Run by Weyfest Ltd. with local stewards; spotlights Surrey brewers and farms in bars and stalls.
- Evolution over years: From 2007 debut to award-winner, 2026 enhances accessibility with posh toilet expansions and digital set apps.
- Safety and inclusivity: Welfare huts, Challenge 25 bars, and ramps ensure a secure, welcoming museum haven.
Why Attend
Weyfest 2026 is a sun-dappled daydream in Surrey’s storybook hills, where folk flutters through forgotten farmsteads and laughter lifts from light railway chugs, weaving a weekend of whimsy that’s as comforting as a grandparent’s yarn. It’s the easy enchantment for all—spread a picnic for Strawbs-style strums, let kids conjure with crafts, or ramble relics with relatives, in a compact cocoon that hugs without hassle. The museum’s magic amplifies every anecdote and anthem, fostering bonds that bloom like wildflowers, every cheer a chapter in rural reverie.
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This edition enchants deeper: richer riffs, eco-embrace, and that rare festival rhythm where music meets mates in meadows. In a whirlwind roster, Weyfest is your whisper—emerge daisy-fresh, heart-harmonized, and humming heritage hymns, primed for the next note.
Date & Duration
Dates: August 20 – August 23, 2026
Duration: 4 days
Venue / Location
Rural Life Living Museum, Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, England (four stages amid heritage barns and meadows; additional areas include camping fields, kids’ corner, steam railway loop, and trader trail across 10 acres of open-air museum grounds). Google Maps address: Rural Life Living Museum, Reeds Rd, Tilford GU10 2DL, UK.
Ticket Information
- Tickets sold online via weyfest.co.uk (Skiddle-powered) and partners; early bird phase active, general sale post-announcement.
- Admission paid; under-10s free with adult (max 4 per adult), 10-15s discounted.
- Ticket pricing in USD: Weekend camping from $78 (early bird min) to $130 (standard max); day tickets $39–$52; posh toilet passes $26–$39 extra.
- Special seating or VIP options: Carer discounts (50% off for essential companions with proof like DLA/PIP); disabled viewing platform and parking via application.
- Transferable via official resale; no refunds but installment plans available; group family bundles.
- All include fees; e-tickets scanned at entry; ID for alcohol.
- Overall ticket price range: $39 (minimum day) – $130 (maximum weekend).
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Contact Information
- Email: info@weyfest.co.uk (general, tickets, accessibility); advertising@weyfest.co.uk (program ads); sponsorship@weyfest.co.uk (sponsorship).
- Phone: +44 333 301 0101 (tickets hotline).
- Website: https://www.weyfest.co.uk (tickets, lineup, FAQs, trader/press forms).
- Social Media: Weyfest (Facebook for updates), @weyfest (Instagram/Twitter).
- Key Staff: Weyfest Ltd. team; artist applications via form.
- Press/Volunteers: Press accreditation via form; stewarding via page.
- Note: Response time ~48 hours. English support; privacy at weyfest.co.uk/privacy-policy.
Getting There
- Nearest airports: London Heathrow (LHR, 30 miles/45-min drive, taxis ~$78 USD); Gatwick (LGW, 25 miles/40-min shuttle).
- Public transport – rail: Farnham Station (South Western Railway from London ~$26 USD, 45 min); then taxis or shuttle to museum (5 min, $13 USD).
- Public transport – bus/coach: Stagecoach from Guildford (20 min, $6.50 USD) to Farnham, plus local to Tilford.
- By car: A325 from Farnham (3 miles); parking included with tickets (no separate passes needed).
- Drop-off/pick-up: Museum gates; local taxis via Farnham Cabs (~$13 USD from station).
- Taxis and rideshares: Uber available—pre-book for surges.
- Eco options: Carpool incentives; bicycle racks on-site.
Accommodation Options
- On-site camping: Included in weekend tickets (Thu-Sun); facilities with showers (close 7pm, donation-based), toilets (mostly posh), water points.
- Family camping: Quiet zones available—bring tents for all ages.
- Caravan/campervan: Separate pitches (each occupant needs camping pass + vehicle fee TBD, ~$52 USD extra).
- Disabled camping: Priority near arena—confirm via email with mobility proof.
- Hotels nearby: The Princess Louise, Farnham (3 miles, $91–$130/night).
- B&Bs and guesthouses: Tilford spots like The Steading $104–$156/night.
- Tips: No glamping yet—use VisitSurrey.com; book early for August.
Reviews
- Surrey soul—soothing sets, steam chugs charming, camping carefree.
- Family fable: Blockheads banged, crafts captivating, posh loos paradise.
- Museum merriment—nostalgic nooks, eco-ethos excellent, worth every wander.
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FAQ's
How do I buy tickets for Weyfest 2026?
Tickets available via weyfest.co.uk/Skiddle, with early birds from $78 USD for weekend camping (up to $130 standard), day passes $39–$52—presale via newsletter for first access, as 5,000 slots fill steadily. Under-10s free (with adult, max 4); posh toilet passes $26–$39 extra. No gate sales post-sell-out; resale official only. E-tickets scanned at entry—check spam for resends. Carer discounts (50% off with DLA/PIP proof at box office). This phased form keeps the cozy quota.
What accessibility features are available?
Weyfest is fully inclusive: email info@weyfest.co.uk for carer discounts (50% off with proof like higher-rate DLA/PIP/Attendance Allowance at box office, one per disabled guest), disabled camping near arena (flat, close to stages), and parking—site's level ground has paved/hard-packed paths, ramps to stages, viewing platform for wheelchairs, and full disabled toilets/showers in arena/campsites. Assistance dogs ok; confirm for second carer with GP letter. Distances short (entrance to main stage 100m); queries responded in 48 hours—aligned with Equality Act 2010.
How do I get to the Rural Life Living Museum?
From Heathrow (30 miles/45-min drive, $78 USD taxi) or Farnham Station (from London $26 USD, 45 min via South Western), then taxis/shuttles ($13 USD, 5 min) to Tilford. Buses from Guildford via Stagecoach (20 min, $6.50 USD) to Farnham. Drive A325 (parking included—no separate fee). Eco-tip: carpool or train. Gates Thu 12pm-12am, Fri-Sat 10am-12am, Sun 10am-11:30pm. Drop-offs at Reeds Road; arrive Thu for camping setup. Maps on site; sat-nav for rural lanes.
What camping facilities and rules?
Camping's museum mellow: weekend tickets include standard pitches (Thu-Sun, arrive 10am Thu-Mon 12pm departure), with family quiet zones; facilities: showers (close 7pm, donation), mostly posh toilets, water/toilet blocks. Caravan/campervan pitches (each person needs camping pass + vehicle fee TBD ~$52 USD, separate section). No generators/fires (BBQs on stands), tent size unrestricted but no sleeping in cars/vans. Dogs ok (leashed). Arrive early for prime spots; patrols till 1am curfew. Pro: heritage views; con: no hookups—pack eco.
Can I bring food/drink and what's on-site?
Picnics yes—bring own food/alcohol (small amounts for personal use, no glass/bottles in arena for safety), but no fireworks/cameras (personal ok). Traders offer diverse stalls (Thu 12pm-11pm, Fri-Sun 10am-11pm) with crafts and eats ($9–$13 USD); bars serve local ales (Thu 12pm-11pm, Fri-Sun 10am-11pm, Challenge 25). Cash machine on-site; ATMs for withdrawals. Cashless push for speed. This nods to the rural romp—pair a pilfered pie with a porch picker for bliss.
