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Download Festival is at risk of being relocated to accommodate a new town project. The festival organizers are in discussions with authorities to find a suitable solution.

Download Festival, one of the UK's largest music events, is facing the prospect of being forced to move to make room for a new town development. The festival, which has been held at Donington Park in Leicestershire for over 15 years, may have to find a new location due to plans for the creation of a mega new town.

The potential move comes as the result of a proposal to build a new town, known as the East Midlands Gateway, near the current site of Download Festival. The new development is expected to include residential areas, commercial spaces, and infrastructure improvements.

Concerns and Discussions

Festival organizers have expressed concerns about the impact of the new town project on the future of Download Festival. The event attracts tens of thousands of music fans each year and is a significant part of the local community.

Discussions are reportedly ongoing between the festival organizers, local authorities, and the developers of the new town. The goal is to find a solution that allows Download Festival to continue its operations while accommodating the needs of the new development.

Potential Options

Several potential options are being considered, including finding a new permanent location for the festival, adjusting the festival dates to avoid conflicts with the new town construction, or creating a partnership between the festival and the new town project.

The outcome of these discussions will have significant implications for the future of Download Festival and its attendees. Fans of the event are eagerly awaiting updates on the situation and hoping for a resolution that allows the festival to continue its legacy.

Stay Informed

As the situation develops, stakeholders and fans of Download Festival are encouraged to stay informed about the potential changes and updates regarding the festival's future location. The impact of the festival's relocation on the local community and economy will also be closely monitored.

Published on 28 July 2025 by UKFG

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