UK Festivals 2025: Top 5 Best Value-for-Money Summer Festivals

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As the 2025 UK summer festival season approaches, discover the top 5 music festivals that offer the best value for money. From Glastonbury to TRNSMT, find out which events are worth attending in 2025.

Summer Festival Season 2025: the UK's Best Value-for-Money Festivals Revealed

By Benjamin Jackson
Culture and tickets writer

As the 2025 UK summer festival season approaches, research has shown nearly half of music fans are not heading along this year. Find out which top five UK festivals are considered the best value-for-money in 2025.

Cost of Living Crisis in 2025

With escalating ticket prices, many people are struggling to afford festival attendance. Discover how the Festi-Value Index determines the best value-for-money festivals in the UK.

  • TRNSMT: Top 5 on the Festi-Value Index
  • Creamfields: A Weekend of Electronic Music
  • Reading and Leeds: Weekend Camping Extravaganza
  • Isle of Wight: Diverse Lineup at a Great Price
  • Glastonbury: The Iconic Festival Reigns Supreme

Conclusion

While festival ticket prices may be on the rise, some events still offer great value for money. Keep an eye out for these top 5 UK festivals in 2025.

Published on 28 July 2025 by UKFG

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