How safe is Kendal Calling?

Festival praised after 'extremely low' arrests Last year's event saw 14 arrests, which were mostly related to drug offences. Police previously said there would be fewer officers at this year's festival as organisers had increased their own private security to conduct searches.

Is Kendal Calling ok for kids?

Bring your little Kendal Callers along as Kids Calling features all sorts of activities for children of all ages, including yoga, theatre shows, inflatables, circus workshops face painting and more!

How many people are at Kendal Calling?

About 40,000 people are expected to attend Kendal Calling, at Lowther Deer Park near Penrith, in Cumbria, where Kaiser Chiefs and DJ Fatboy Slim will headline. From just 900 attendees in its first year, the four-day festival is celebrating its 20th year.

Are there sniffer dogs at Kendal Calling?

“Officers have been working with our partners to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable weekend. “The event organisers have a range of security measures in place to assist with this including searches on entry and the use of drugs scanning dogs.”

How much alcohol can you take to Kendal Calling?

Alcohol is allowed into the campsite on your first trip only. 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.

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Is Kendal Calling a family festival?

General family campsites are included with standard tickets, and are a short walk from the arena. There are also TONS of upgraded camping options (mostly sold out for 2026, but still some Deer Lodge availability if you fancy the full glamping experience!). 🎪 Kids Calling!

What is camping like at Kendal Calling?

All the general campsites have water points and a mix of portaloos and compost toilet facilities. Showers are not included as standard with general camping – for those looking for the added luxury of a hot shower, we'd recommend booking the Soap Opera.

What happens if you get stopped by a sniffer dog?

If you are searched and no drugs are found on you, you will be free to go. If you are searched and drugs are found on you, you should seek legal advice as soon as possible. You can also get legal advice on the possibility of bringing a civil action against the police after the search has taken place.

Do sniffer dogs get it wrong?

Drug-sniffing dogs make mistakes: Data shows that they are wrong more than half the time when indicating someone has drugs. Residual scents can lead to false positives: Dogs cannot distinguish between past contact with drugs and current possession.

Do sniffer dogs pick up alcohol?

Can drug dogs smell alcohol? With focused efforts and training, dogs can learn to identify and alert their handler to alcohol or individuals who have consumed alcohol. However, it isn't a common practice and may not prove as useful as narcotic and explosive detection.

Who owns Kendal Calling?

Superstruct Entertainment, the live entertainment platform backed by Providence Equity Partners, owns the festival after it entered definitive agreement for the acquisition of several live music and entertainment festivals from Global Media & Entertainment and Broadwick Live.

What is the closest town to Kendal Calling?

Kendal Calling takes place in Lowther Deer Park in Hackthorpe. It is 25 minutes north of Kendal and south of Penrith. The closest station is Penrith North Lakes Station and there are plenty of train routes to get you there. Take your local line to Penrith Station.

Does Kendal Calling have raves?

party the night away!

There is plenty to do after dark at Kendal Calling, whether you want to belt out the indie bangers in Calling Out, experience a silent disco surrounded by Woodlands or rave the night away with legendary dance acts like Andy C – there is plenty left to experience after the sun goes down.

Is Kendal good for a night out?

A bustling town and a tourist hotspot, there's always something happening across Kendal's best bars and pubs.

Can you take glass bottles 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).

What scent throws off drug dogs?

Can the scent of illicit drugs be masked so sniffer dogs can't detect? 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. This tactic is unlikely to be successful.

Do smell proof bags work against drug dogs?

Yes, smell-proof bags will generally prevent even the best-trained sniffer dogs from detecting what you're carrying. However, they'll still be able to smell any residue left on the bag, so make sure to either clean the outside of the bag carefully or ensure no drug residue ever touches the outside of the bag.

Can sniffer dogs smell drugs inside you in the UK?

Their training focuses on detecting the odour of drugs in the air or on surfaces. They are not trained to detect drugs that are concealed within the body. This is because drugs inside the body are typically odourless and not easily detectable by sniffer dogs.

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 a drug dog smell through peanut butter?

Peanut butter...? Well, that's weird, but actually, yes. Dogs, with their powerful noses, are able to sniff out what you want them to through just about anything. That's why so many government and enforcement organizations have specially-trained dog fleets to help them with drug detection.

Can sniffer dogs smell if you've smoked?

Drug-sniffing dogs do not detect nicotine because it is not a scheduled drug. While dogs can smell nicotine, they are trained to ignore it among thousands of other scents.

What is posh privy at Kendal Calling?

Introducing Soap Opera - our posh toilets, showers and pamper station in the Village Green, and freshen up with Posh Privys - our posh toilets in the arena which will also include a pamper station. ON SALE NOW > http://www.kendalcalling.co. uk/tickets.

What to do in the evening camping?

How do you charge your phone at Kendal Calling?

CONNECT AND CHARGE WITH VODAFONE

Head to Vodafone Connect & Charge in the main arena or campsite to collect your battery pack. All you need to remember is your charging cable! Swap your battery pack for free once a day for a fully charged one so you don't miss a moment.