General FAQ's

Are all of the events suitable for children?

As a family-friendly event, we have made as much as possible accessible to all ages. However, there are some aspects where we rely on your judgement to determine whether your child will find them enjoyable.

Where can I park at Duchy's Dirty Weekends?

Car parking is available to all ticket holders within the Duchy's Dirty Weekends site. There is 24-hour security on-site, including regular patrols of the parking areas. You are not permitted to sleep in the general parking areas.

There are no facilities on-site for electric car charging.

Are dogs/pets allowed at Duchy's Dirty Weekends?

Dogs are not permitted at these event's unless clearly stated on the individual event listing. Where dogs are allowed, they must be well behaved, kept on a lead, and remain under the owner’s supervision and control at all times. Please clean up after your dog and dispose of waste responsibly. Dog waste must not be placed in the toilets.

Is smoking permitted?

Smoking is not allowed in any marquee or structure. Attendees are politely asked not to smoke in busy areas, around children or food.

When will you be announcing entertainment details and other aspects of the event?

Details will be announced on our social media channels and this website as they are added.

When do the Duchy's Dirty Weekends Doors open?

If you are staying offsite

Day visitor car park opens for 'Weekend Detecting Only Ticket' visitors at 7:30am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please do not arrive before this time as there is no space for cars to queue.

Detecting is allowed 9 am – 5 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is no detecting on Thursday or any hours outside of this.

Evening entertainment starts at 6 pm on Friday and Saturday. The evening events finish at 11 pm each evening. Thursday night is a settling in night.

If you are a camping visitor The camping doors open 2 pm – 10 pm Friday and 7 am – 8 pm Saturday. All campers must be offsite by 11 am on Monday.

Can I leave the site and revisit it?

You will receive a wristband at check-in, allowing you to come and go from the site as required.

Do I need a parking pass?

When you arrive on site, you will be provided with a parking pass. Please display this when entering the site at all times so our marshals can direct you correctly.

Are headphones required for detectorists?

Headphones are required for all detectorists at all times when in the field.

What else should I know?

Please do NOT bring any of the following onto any part of the Duchy's Dirty Weekends Site:

  • Gas in tent campsite – only bottles up to 2.2kg are allowed on the tent campsite.
  • Please note: DO NOT CHANGE GAS BOTTLES OR CANNISTERS INSIDE TENTS.
  • On ground fires or BBQs
  • Chinese lanterns
  • Fireworks
  • Illegal substances of any kind

Camping FAQ's

When can I camp?

Our campsite areas will be open for camping ticket holders from 2 pm Friday until 11 am Monday. You can set up between 2 pm to 11 pm Friday or 7 am to 8 pm Saturday. No new arrivals are permitted outside of these times or on Sunday.

All campers need to vacate site by 11 am on Monday 15 September 2025.

Can I bring a Caravan, Campervan or Motorhome?

If you would like to join us with a caravan, Campervan or Motorhome, please make sure you purchase a camping ticket. You will have a 9x6m pitch allocated.

I have a tent, and my friends have a caravan, can we camp together?

We will have a separate area for tents and motor homes, so unfortunately this is not possible.

Can I drive my car onto the tent camping area?

Unfortunately not. If you are staying in a tent, you will have to use the tent parking area and set up your tent in the designated camping area. We can not have any cars near tents.

Camping Rules

Please carefully observe our campsite policy below before joining us at Duchy's Dirty Weekends.

Please do NOT bring any of the following onto any part of the Duchy's Dirty Weekends Site, including car parks and campsites:

Glass Bottles

We warmly welcome you to bring your own food and drinks to the site. However, as we are located on a working farm, we have a strict no-glass policy for tent camping, glamping, and the arena. Please transfer any items in glass bottles or containers to alternative containers before arriving.

  • On ground BBQs
  • Large Gas Cannisters

Only bottles up to 2.2kg are allowed on the tent campsite. Campers wishing to bring personal cooking stoves may only use purpose-built gas stoves with small gas bottles (2.2kg).

Please note: DO NOT CHANGE GAS BOTTLES OR CANNISTERS INSIDE TENTS.

  • On ground fires or BBQs
  • Chinese lanterns
  • Fireworks
  • Illegal substances of any kind

Note: Due to fire risk and health and safety regulations, tents cannot be pitched in the caravan area.

We reserve the right to refuse admission or to evict any person from Duchy's Dirty Weekends for drunkenness, unruly behaviour or for breaking any of these conditions.

We will be taking photographs and filming this event. By entering the event, you consent to your image being used in future Duchy's Dirty Weekends and Duchy's Dirty Weekends promotions. If you do not wish your image to be used, please go to the Check-in tent or speak to the photographer/camera team at the time.

Drones are not permitted directly over the arena or campsites. Your cooperation and support with this are appreciated.

We're sorry if any of your personal property is lost or damaged whilst at Duchy's Dirty Weekends. Neither the organisers nor the venue owner can be held responsible. We strongly recommend never leaving any valuables unattended in your caravan or tent.

Duchy's Dirty Weekends is held on agricultural land. The organisers and the venue owner would like to remind you that the paths and grounds within the event and camping areas may be uneven. Whilst every reasonable effort has been taken to ensure your safety, visitors are requested to take care, especially after dark or in muddy or wet conditions. Neither the organisers nor venue owner can accept responsibility for injury as a result of ground conditions however sustained, whilst on the premises.

Ticket FAQ's

When will I receive my Duchy's Dirty Weekends tickets?

Your e-ticket will be sent to you shortly after purchase to the email address used at checkout. If purchasing for another person, please forward the email to them seperately.

Can I change my tickets?

If you need to make a change, please get in touch with us as soon as possible.

We will accommodate your request subject to availability.

Can I get a refund?

We can offer a refund subject to the following cancellation fees:

  • 70 days or more before the event: Full Refund provided
  • 69 – 63 days before the event: 30% cancellation fee.
  • 62 – 49 days before the event: 50% cancellation fee.
  • 48 - 29 days before the event: 70% cancellation fee.
  • 28 - 15 days before the event: 90% cancellation fee.
  • 14 – 0 days before the event: No refunds.

Can I gift my ticket to someone else?

Yes you can. You can change the name and contact details of the ticket in your e-ticket link emailed to you after purchase.

How many tickets can I buy?

You can buy a maximum of 9 tickets in one order.

For group enquiries please contact us.

Will tickets be available at the gate?

All tickets are to be purchased in advance.

No tickets will be sold at the event.