How much alcohol can you take to Kendal Calling?

Kendal Calling permits attendees to bring a "reasonable amount" of alcohol per person into the campsites, strictly prohibited in glass bottles. While no specific numerical limit is officially defined for 2026, it is restricted to the first time you enter the festival. Alcohol is prohibited in the main arena.

How much alcohol can you take into Kendal Calling?

We ask that each person only brings a reasonable amount for themselves to enjoy (note, no glass bottles as the festival is home to many deer, so please, protect the deer park). Alcohol is not allowed to be taken into the arena.

How much alcohol can you take into a download festival?

Anyone 18+ can bring alcohol into the campsite areas at Download, but in the main arena, only on-site alcohol is permitted. Also, you're limited to 24 cans of alcohol, a three-litre box of wine, or 70cl of spirits in a plastic or metal vessel.

Can you take glass bottles to Kendal Calling?

We ask that each person only brings a reasonable amount for themselves to enjoy (note – no glass bottles as the festival is home to many deer, so please protect the deer park).

Can you take alcohol into in it together festival?

No. You are not allowed to bring your own alcohol or food into the main arena at the festival, this is to only be consumed within the campsite.

Kendal Calling - Bars, Beers and Venues

How much alcohol can you bring into the Together Again festival?

You can bring the following into the campsite PER PERSON: EITHER 10 x cans of beer or lager or cider OR 10 premixed spirit cans (max 250ml) OR 1 bottle of wine decanted into a plastic bottle. Please note: Strictly no spirits or hard liquor are permitted.

Are there sniffer dogs at Kendal Calling?

Following months of close partnership working, officers are now on site with drug detection dogs, carrying out sweeps of the grounds and surrounding areas.

Are there free showers at Kendal Calling?

Included with your tickets and as part of the camping field is a complimentary parking pass, compost loos, free hot showers, access to a dedicated food outlet, bar and free phone charging in the reception tent. Deer Lodge has it's own car park, separate to the general car park.

Why is there no 2026 Glastonbury?

There will be no Glastonbury Festival in 2026 because the organizers are taking a planned "fallow year" to allow {Worthy Farm} to rest, regenerate the land, and let the dairy cows reclaim their pastures, a tradition held roughly every fifth year to prevent damage and give everyone involved a break. This gives the farmland a chance to recover from the massive event before it returns in 2027.
 

Should I bring condoms to the festival?

Yes, you should absolutely bring condoms to a festival for safe sex and STI prevention, as relationships can form unexpectedly; they protect against STIs and pregnancy, are often free at health clinics, and can be found at festival welfare tents, but having your own ensures readiness and prevents mistakes, even if you're just out with friends.

How much alcohol can you bring to download?

Attendees over the age of 18 can bring alcohol onto the Download Festival campsites (excessive amounts not allowed), however it's prohibited in the main arena. According to the official Download Festival website, each festival goer may bring one of the following: One case or 24 cans of alcohol.

Can you use cash at Kendal Calling?

No, Kendal Calling is entirely cashless – including the Silent Disco! You can use all major credit and debit cards alongside Google Pay and Apple Pay.

What smells throw off sniffer dogs?

One of the commonly suggested tactics for avoiding sniffer dogs is to mask the smell of illicit drugs with anything from sunscreen to coffee grounds to meat and even deer urine.

Do people dress up at Kendal Calling?

Each year, Kendal Calling embraces the weird and wonderful with our fancy dress theme and this year is no different! Previous years have seen us travel back in time to the Jurassic period and even out of this world and into space!

What drugs can sniffer dogs not detect?

Opiates. Like opioids, the term "opiates" refers to a class of drugs. These drugs are similar because they come from opiates. One of the most common opiates is morphine, a drug that is legal when prescribed, meaning that police dogs cannot learn to detect it.

Can I sleep in a layby in the UK?

Yes, you can generally sleep in a UK layby, but it's a grey area: it's usually tolerated if you're discreet, not causing an obstruction, have no signs prohibiting overnight stays, and follow "leave no trace" rules, though local bylaws and the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act (PCS Act 2022) regarding private land permission add complexity, so always check for signs and prioritize safety.

Do I have to declare 1 liter of alcohol?

Can I bring back alcohol back to the United States for my personal use or as a gift? Generally, one liter per person may be entered into the U.S. duty-free by travelers who are 21 or older. Additional quantities may be entered, although they will be subject to duty and IRS taxes.

How many bottles of spirits can I bring into the UK?

Either 4 litres of spirits and other liquors over 22% ABV (alcohol by volume), or 9 litres of alcoholic drinks less than 22% ABV. Alcoholic drinks less than 22% ABV include cider, sparkling wine and fortified wine (for example port or sherry).

Should you padlock your tent at a festival?

Deter Thieves

Across UK festivals, over 1 in 10 festival goers report their smartphone lost, damaged or stolen so it's extra important to ensure your items are safe and secure. Locking a tent is a deterrent against potential theft and makes it clear you've taken precautions.