 Opening Times (2006)
Arena Opening Times
Friday 9 June, 12:00pm (midday)
Saturday 10 June, 10:00am
Sunday 11 June, 10:00am
Standard Campsite
Opens: Wednesday 7 June, 12:00pm (midday)
Closes: Monday 12 June, 12:00pm (midday)
R.I.P. Campsite
Opens: Wednesday 7 June, 12:00pm (midday)
Closes: Monday 12 June, 12:00pm (midday)
Box Office Opening Times
Wednesday 7th June: 11.00am - 10.00pm
Thursday 8th June: 8.00am - 10.00pm
Friday 9th June: 8.00am - 10.00pm
Saturday 10th June: 8.00am - 10.00pm
Sunday 11th June: 8.00am - 8.00pm
Age Restrictions
- Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by a guardian over 21.
- Don't take any chances - bring proof of age.
- No children under 5 years will be permitted.
What to bring / what not to bring
BRING:
- A hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, rainwear, woolly jumper / fleece,– your ticket !
- Bring enough cash for the weekend, and/or a cash card (keep it safe!)
- Tell your friends of any allergies you have.
DO NOT BRING:
- Offensive weapons or anything that may be considered offensive, even if you're planning to use it for camping it won't be allowed in. This includes:
- ANY glass containers
- Prams or pushchairs the festival site is not suitable for them or their occupants!
- ANY pets, Laser pens - they are dangerous and may result in eviction without refund
CHECKLIST:
- Only bring essential items nothing of value.
- Don't leave anything in your car remove the stereo if possible.
- Don't leave anything of value in your tent.
- Zip your cash and car keys away don't let them jingle around in open pockets.
- Bring your ticket!
Food and Drink
- Food from around the world, from fish‘n’chips to stir-fried chicken to tofu-burgers – there will be plenty on stalls on site, catering to a wide variety of tastes!
- Soft Drinks and Beer will be available all day and the bars in the campsite entertainment zone will be open until well after the main show finishes.
Money – Getting it, spending it
- Festival Markets - There will be full festival markets dotted all over the site providing all kinds of things that you will need to survive the three or four days you intend to stay with us. Market stalls include clothes, jewellery, massages, piercing & tattoos, organic foods, souvenirs, merchandise, chairs, and loads of other stuff.
- ATM's (Cash Machines) - There will be various ATM machines located around the site, mainly near the bars.
- Pharmacy - There will be a proper pharmacy on the campsite available to all.
Plan your day, arrange meet ups at the end of the day with friends
- Now that you are on site it is important to plan your day.
Obviously the priority is making sure you get to see the acts that mean the most to you – come back to the festival website a few days before the show and all band times will be listed so you can plan in advance.
- Don’t forget some other basics though – If you are with friends & are camping together or travelling home together - arrange a place & time to meet up at the end of the night.
- Large crowds, a long day & hot weather in combination will tire you out. Make sure you pace yourself, drink plenty of water, eat some food that will give you some energy & minimize sun exposure.
Neighbours
- We have very welcoming neighbours at Donington, amongst some beautiful farmland; however, we are in the countryside, be careful and keep noise to a minimum when leaving the festival area.
No rogue camping, parking or fires
We want to come back next year, so, anyone found on private property, pitching their tent or making what seems like a crafty shortcut, will be dealt with by the authorities and you won't get any sympathy from us! Use our campsite and our car parks that way, you won't have your car impounded or tent removed!
Litter
It takes us a whole week to clear the Donington of all the litter left. This year, for the first time, litter bins and skips will be provided for your use around the site, try and make your weekend environment better and use them!
Lost and Found
Lost property counters are located in the main arena and campsite, along with other welfare services. If you should lose or find any articles during the event, the staff here will be able to help. After the event, please contact the local police station to see whether your belongings have turned up or been handed in.
Drink responsibly
If you do drink, don't do drunk! Excessive drinking is bad for your health and your memory - surely you want to remember Download for the right reasons. Pace yourself, and have a great weekend.
Drinking and driving
IF YOU DRINK, DON'T DRIVE. DON'T RISK IT. There will be large police presence at Download Festival don't risk ruining everything. If you want to drink, take the shuttle bus or camp over the whole weekend, and remember don't drive until you're in the clear.
Illegal Drugs
Drugs, hard or soft, are no more legal at festivals than they are anywhere else the same penalties and risks apply. Festivals and large crowds can be disorientating experiences this is definitely not the place to start experimenting. And remember, there are film crews, security staff and police throughout the site and surrounding area its not exactly secluded!
After all this however, don't be afraid to tell medical staff or stewards if something is going wrong.
THE 'ONE-WAY SYSTEM
The legendary rock music venue that is Donington is obviously primarily a racing circuit, therefore the unique shape of the site means there is an hourglass shape encompassing the main and the Snickers stages. To ensure you can safely make your way from one stage to another as quickly as possible, it is essential to implement a one-way system. Please follow the directions of the signs and routes indicated by the stewards.
Crowd Control
- Security will have discretionary powers to restrict crowd numbers plus people who are too small or young, intoxicated, aggressive or possibly drug affected, incapacitated, in a wheel chair or on crutches.
- Crowd surfing and moshing are dangerous to yourself and others and may result in eviction without a refund, so don’t do it.
- Please consider others as well as your own safety, especially in front of stages. If someone falls down or is in distress please help them if you can or let the Stewards or Medical team know so we can help. It's meant to be a fun day, let's make sure it is.
Safety First / Security
ALWAYS...
- Know where your nearest emergency exits are
- Follow the instructions of Security Personnel, Police or other officials
- Move away promptly from any danger
- Notify a Steward, Police or Official if you see any any antisocial behaviour
- Move to where there is more space, should a crowd surge occur
- Ask for help if you need it and help others, especially if someone falls
- Stay calm (if you are distressed, ask to be taken to the Welfare Tent)
- Click here to download information from the local police force. For more info go to: http://www.leics.police.uk/safety_campaignview.asp?page=mobilephones
Can all disabled persons that are camping please bring with them
proof of their disability. For example this can be a photocopy of your blue/orange badge. This is for your own safety so we have no unwanted
guests into your camping area. This will still allow your helpers
access to the disabled campsite as long as they are accompanying you.
Please note: 2 helpers per disabled person.
All disabled customers are welcomed at Download, but as it is a race-track, there are quite steep hilly sections of the site, meaning that sometimes, access is not that easy. Stewards however, will be around to assist. Here's what you will have access to with your ticket:
- Separate Camping area, close to the entrance
- Accessible toilets in the campsite and around the arena
- Viewing Platform at main stage
Booking Tickets
Ticketmaster have a Special Needs Hotline number that patrons can call when booking tickets to reserve a place on the platform. It is 0870 4000 750.
Please note, your ticket will look the same as a standard Download ticket.
You can also book tickets online - our pages link through to Ticketmaster, Click on the ticket(s) you want to buy and you will be taken through a buying process - click on the Disabled Access icon underneath Step 2. There you can register any specific needs you have and a Ticketmaster representative will call you back to go through your booking with you in more detail. This helps us to ensure that we can cater for your requirements, so that you can concentrate on having a fantastic time...
SPECIAL NEEDS ACCESS INTO THE FESTIVAL
If arriving by public transport you should go to the main entrance and
make yourselves known to security personnel where you will be directed
to the accessible viewing platform. If arriving by car, follow the signs
or to the disabled car parking area or ask a steward to direct you.
CONTACT US IN ADVANCE access@getlive.co.uk
PARKING
There will be a disabled parking area located near to the campsite and arena entrance. Cars must display a relevant official disability badge where appropriate.
TOILETS
There are disabled toilets located in most toilet blocks on the site, and specifically by the disabled viewing platform in the main arena.
CAMPING FACILITIES FOR THE DISABLED
Camping facilities and toilets are provided for wheelchair users and those with special needs. Please make yourself known to a steward upon arrival on site.
CHARGING ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIRS
If you know that you will need to charge your electric wheelchair at the
festival, please get in touch with us beforehand to make arrangements.
Email us at access@getlive.co.uk
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