Retrospective Festival

Retrospective Festival 2026

On 11 September 2026, Sherdley Park in St Helens, Merseyside will host the Retrospective Festival, a celebration of classic hits from the 1970s to the 2000s in a spacious outdoor setting.

Music

Enjoy an exciting lineup of well-known artists and tribute bands performing rock, pop, and dance hits across multiple stages. The festival offers live performances of crowd-favourite anthems spanning four decades.

Food & Drink

The festival village features street food stalls, drinks, and retro-themed merchandise to keep you refreshed and fuelled throughout the day.

Atmosphere

Sherdley Park’s open grassy fields provide plenty of space to dance or relax. The retro theme encourages colourful costumes and vintage outfits, creating a fun and inclusive atmosphere for all ages.

Sherdley Park in St Helens (WA9 5DE) is easy to reach by car and well-signposted from major routes. It lies just off the M62 motorway and the A570 road. From Liverpool, follow the A580/A570 eastbound. From Manchester or Leeds, use the M62 westbound past Warrington and then take the A580 toward St Helens. (Local landmarks like the Rainford Gas Towers help with directions.) Festival traffic can be heavy, so allow extra travel time. On-site parking is usually available for events (check the official festival information for pass details), but it can fill up, so consider car-sharing. Using the postcode WA9 5DE in your GPS or map app will direct you to the Sherdley Park entrance.

If you prefer public transport, St Helens has good rail and bus connections. Trains run frequently to St Helens Central station (about 2 miles north of Sherdley Park) from Liverpool Lime Street, and through the St Helens Junction station (on the Liverpool-Manchester line). From either station, take a short taxi or local bus ride to the park. Bus services (Stagecoach, Arriva, and others) link St Helens with Liverpool, Warrington and nearby towns; check timetables for the closest stop to Sherdley Park (look for buses heading toward Sutton or Rainford). Even from St Helens town center, taxis or a quick bus will get you to the venue.

The nearest airports are Liverpool John Lennon (about 15 miles away) and Manchester (about 40 miles). Liverpool Airport has regular transfers by bus or taxi to the city center, where you can catch a train to St Helens. Manchester Airport offers express trains into central Manchester (Piccadilly), from which direct or connecting trains serve St Helens. For accommodation, St Helens and the surrounding area have various hotels and guesthouses. Popular options include local inns and chain hotels near St Helens town or Rainhill. Many festival-goers also stay in Liverpool or Manchester (both only an hour or less by train) for more lodging choices and extra nightlife. It’s wise to book early, as rooms tend to fill up during events.