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How to get here

There are plenty of easy ways to get to Lakefest at Eastnor Castle!

Set in the stunning grounds of Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire, just outside Ledbury and within easy reach of Worcester, Hereford and Malvern, Lakefest is simple to access whether you’re travelling by car, train, coach or taxi. However you choose to travel, getting to the festival is part of the adventure!

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CAR PARKING

Parking at Lakefest is included with your ticket, so there’s no need to purchase a separate car park pass.

We still strongly encourage car sharing to help reduce traffic and minimise our carbon footprint. Sharing a lift doesn’t just help the environment — it means your whole crew arrives together and gets the party started from the moment you hit the road.

Please follow event signage and steward instructions on arrival to ensure everyone can be parked safely and efficiently.

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BY CAR

Situated just outside Ledbury in the heart of the Malvern Hills, Eastnor Castle Deer Park is easily accessible from across the UK’s main motorway network.

The site is conveniently located near junctions 7 and 8 of the M5 motorway, providing straightforward access from Birmingham, Bristol and the South West. If travelling from the north, you can exit the M5 at junction 7 and follow the A449 road towards Malvern and Ledbury. From the south, leave the M5 at junction 8 and follow the M50 motorway to junction 2, then take the A417 road towards Ledbury.

The festival site is well signposted as you approach Ledbury. Please follow official Lakefest signage rather than sat nav instructions for the final part of your journey.

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BY TRAIN

The most convenient station for Lakefest is Ledbury railway station, just 2 miles from Eastnor Castle Deer Park — a quick taxi ride and you’ll be at the gates.

Another great option is Colwall railway station, around 10 minutes from the site by car or taxi, offering a simple and stress-free route into the festival.

You can also travel via Great Malvern railway station or Malvern Link railway station, both approximately 20 minutes from Eastnor Castle Deer Park by taxi.

For those travelling from further afield, Cheltenham Spa railway station offers frequent direct services from major cities including London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Glasgow. From there, the festival site is around 30-40 minutes by taxi.

We strongly recommend pre-booking your taxi from the station to the festival, especially during peak arrival times, to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey.

For the latest train times and service updates, please visit the National Rail website or call National Rail Enquiries on 0345 748 4950 before you travel.

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Bus or Coach

Eastnor Castle is approximately two miles from Ledbury town centre, so you will need to continue your journey by taxi from Ledbury to the festival site.

BUS

Bus services operate between nearby towns and Eastnor Castle Deer Park, making public transport a convenient option for reaching Lakefest.

Regular services run from surrounding town centres and railway stations, including Ledbury and Great Malvern, with connections that stop within walking distance or a short taxi ride from the festival site.

Services typically run frequently during the daytime, with reduced evening and Sunday timetables, so we recommend planning your journey in advance.

One of the main bus operators in the area is Stagecoach West & DRM (link) and up-to-date timetables can be found on their website.

Please allow extra time for travel during the festival weekend and check return times to ensure a smooth journey home.

COACH

National Express services run from major UK cities, including Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London, to key hubs such as Gloucester and Worcester. National Express coaches stop at Crown Gate Bus Station, which is approximately 41 minutes from Eastnor Castle Deer Park, home of Lakefest. Alternatively, Gloucester Transport Hub is around 33 minutes from the Deer Park.

We recommend planning your onward travel in advance and allowing plenty of time, especially during peak festival arrival periods.

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TAXI

Here are some reliable local taxi and private-hire services you can contact for travel to and from Lakefest at Eastnor Castle (via Ledbury Station or nearby towns):

Ledbury / Eastnor area

Hereford area (useful for longer trips / group bookings)

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