Hard Rock Hell Festival

About Hard Rock Hell

Hard Rock Hell 2026 takes its hard rock and metal bill to Vauxhall Holiday Park, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, from 4–8 November 2026.

The festival dates back to 2007. eFestivals lists the first edition as Hard Rock Hell presents The Winter Ball at Butlins, Minehead; HRH II followed in 2008 as the sequel to the sold-out 2007 event, with 50 bands across 6 arenas. By 2012, HRH VI had moved to Haven's Hafan y Môr Holiday Park in Pwllheli, North Wales.

Lineup and Programme

The bill leans into alternative rock and hard rock, alongside metal, rock and sleaze rock. Announced acts include Anvil. The programme centres on live rock and metal performances, with on-site bars and arena areas open while the event is running.

Who Is It For?

Entry is 18+, with photo ID required on entry. The audience is hard rock and metal fans using a residential holiday-park setup rather than a camping site. Skiddle describes the 2026 edition as non-camping.

The Venue and Site

Vauxhall Holiday Park sits on Acle New Road, Great Yarmouth NR30 1TB. It is just off the A47. The 2026 event uses a non-camping residential format, with limited 2- or 3-bedroom caravans and 2-bedroom apartments sleeping roughly 2–8 people.

Facilities listed for the event include free parking for cars and bikes, Wi-Fi hot spots, a medic, toilets, an ATM, an info desk and a smoking area. On-site accommodation bookings include free car parking.

Travel to Hard Rock Hell

Vauxhall Holiday Park is on Acle New Road in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. Norwich is about 18 miles west of Great Yarmouth, with Lowestoft about 11 miles away by road.

• Rail: Great Yarmouth railway station is about 0.5 miles from the park.
• Road: the park is just off the A47; listed access routes include the A1(M) via the A1139, the A1139 and Acle New Road.
• Parking: free parking is listed for cars and bikes. Day-ticket holders may need to park outside the site if space is limited.