Chalfest

Getting there by car is straightforward. From the M5 motorway, exit at Junction 13 (signposted for Stroud/Cirencester) or Junction 12 (Gloucester/Cirencester), then follow the A419/A46 into Stroud and use local lanes toward Chalford. Entering the postcode GL6 8LZ into your GPS will guide you directly to the festival field. Parking is usually provided on or near the site (often in nearby fields), but spaces can fill up quickly. Car-sharing or early arrival is recommended when possible.

By train and bus: The nearest mainline station is Stroud, with regular GWR services from London Paddington (via Swindon), Cheltenham Spa, Gloucester, and Bristol. From Stroud you can catch a local bus or taxi to Chalford (just a few minutes away). Stagecoach West buses (for example routes 51/52) run between Cheltenham, Gloucester and Stroud via Chalford, so check the timetables if you prefer the scenic route. The journey from London to Stroud takes about two hours by train.

For air travelers, Bristol Airport is closest (around 50 miles south) with onward trains or car hire to Stroud. Birmingham Airport and London Heathrow are also options (about 2-3 hours by road). From Heathrow you could take the Heathrow Express (or Elizabeth Line) to Paddington and then a train to Stroud. In any case, plan to get to Stroud by train or road and then head the final few miles to Chalford as above.

Accommodation: Stroud offers a range of cozy inns, hotels, and B&Bs just a short drive from Chalford. Nearby Cheltenham and Gloucester have many more lodging options. For a countryside experience, consider guesthouses or farm stays in the villages around Chalford. If camping appeals, check for local campsites or any on-site camping options the festival may offer. Summer weekends can be busy in the Cotswolds, so it’s wise to book your stay early.