Reflect on the UK music festivals lost over time that fans want to see return. Learn why they disappeared and stay hopeful for their revival.
The 9 lost UK festivals fans want to see brought back
Memories alone aren't good enough - here's the UK music festivals fans want to see make their triumphant returns.
- Witcombe Festival (2012 - 2024)
- Black Deer Festival (2018 - 2025?)
- Bestival (2004 - 2018)
- V Festival (1996 - 2017)
- T in the Park (1994 - 2016)
- The Big Chill / Big Chill Festival (1994 - 2011)
- Sundown Festival (2012 - 2024)
- Lovebox (2002 - 2020)
- All Tomorrow’s Parties (ATP) (2001 - 2016)
Stay Hopeful for Festival Revivals
Reflect on past UK festivals and the reasons for their disappearances. Learn about fans' desires for beloved festivals like T in the Park to return. Stay hopeful for the rebirth of lost music festival gems.
Published on 29 July 2025 by Ben Robinson
