Camp Bestival – UK Fans’ Guide
A fan-led Camp Bestival guide for UK families — tickets, how to get to Lulworth Castle, hotels nearby, stages, what to wear and the fun bits like fancy dress.
For the latest announcements and practical updates, use our info hub below.
This fan-made guide pulls together the bits people usually search for when planning Camp Bestival — tickets, travel, nearby hotels, stages, what to wear, and fun extras. It’s written in plain English and aimed at families who want a smooth weekend.
If you’re short on time, start with the Camp Bestival information hub, then use the cards below for tickets, travel and hotels.
Camp Bestival – Key Info
- Location: Lulworth Castle, Dorset
- Festival type: family-friendly music + entertainment
- Planning basics: sort tickets first, then travel and/or hotels
- Latest updates: use our info page
- Tickets: ticket guide
- Getting there: travel directions
- Hotels: nearby stays
- On-site vibe: start with stages + fancy dress
How this Camp Bestival guide helps you plan
Camp Bestival is brilliant, but the planning can feel messy at first — especially with kids. So we split things into simple chunks: tickets, getting there, and where to stay if you’re not camping.
🎟 Tickets
Start here if you’re early. We keep it simple and link you to the right place.
🚌 How to get to Lulworth Castle
Driving tips and directions so you’re not faffing on arrival day.
🏨 Hotels near Camp Bestival
For anyone who wants a real bed (or you’re doing day tickets). Includes a map and booking options.
Camp Bestival guides (the useful stuff)
These are the pages people tend to read before they go — especially if it’s your first time, or you’re going with kids.
🎪 Stages
A quick overview of the main stage areas so you know what’s where.
👕 What to wear (family guide)
Practical outfit ideas for kids and grown-ups (including “rain happens” options).
🎭 Fancy dress
Camp Bestival is made for it — keep it fun, comfy, and easy to move in.
🚐 Backstage RV (8 people)
Thinking about upgrading? Here’s a look at one of the bigger stay options.
📝 First-timer review
A real “what it felt like” write-up to help set expectations.
Your Camp Bestival questions answered
Is this the official Camp Bestival website?
No — this is an independent fan guide. We collect practical links and tips in one place to make planning easier. For our latest round-up page, use Camp Bestival information & news.
What should I sort first?
Most people do best with this order: tickets → travel plan → hotels (if you’re not camping). Here are the key pages: tickets, how to get there, and hotels near Lulworth Castle.
I’m going with kids — what should I read?
Start with what to wear (super practical), then look at stages so you know the layout vibe. If you want a real-world feel for the weekend, read the first-timer review.
Is fancy dress actually a thing?
Yes — it’s a big part of the fun. If you’re tempted, this is the easiest starting point: Bestival fancy dress day.
Ready to start planning?
Use the links below to go from browsing to booked — then it’s just the countdown.
This is an unofficial fan site and is not affiliated with Camp Bestival. For our latest round-up page, please use the Camp Bestival information & news hub.