The 9 lost UK festivals fans want to see brought back

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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 UKFG

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