The VIP area gate, its board lettered with fairytale names and ending on happily ever after, the main bar behind. Source frame RestrictedForest2026-1018.

The upgrade

VIP access

Same forest, same lineup, same unforgettable experience, with a little extra.

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What you get

Included with every VIP ticket

VIP Toilets
More toilets, exclusively for VIP guests, with a dedicated cleaning team keeping them serviced throughout the event.
Fast Track Entry
Skip the main queue and get into the forest faster.
Exclusive VIP Area
Your own dedicated area away from the main arena crowds, with space to relax between sets.
Main Stage Views
Enjoy views of the Factory Stage directly from the VIP area, so you can take a break without missing the action.
Seating
Take the weight off between sets with luxury seating inside the VIP area.
Food/Drink
Enjoy a wider selection of food and drink inside VIP, with dedicated cocktail bars and more choice throughout the day.
Sheltered Zones
Whatever the British weather brings, you'll have covered areas inside VIP to escape the sun, rain and recharge between sets.
VIP Lanyard
Your guide to the forest. Explore all four realms, check set times and discover what's happening throughout the day, all from your VIP lanyard.

Confetti cannon firing over the crowd, canopy above.

You are not trading the show for the comfort. You get both.

The releases

VIP tiers

Every VIP ticket includes the full VIP experience. The only difference between releases is the price, the earlier you book, the more you save.

VIP Access artwork: a gold crown above a cracked padlock, listing fast track entry, main stage views, posh toilets, exclusive VIP area, VIP queue, VIP bars and sheltered zones.

VIP Super Early Bird
sold out
The cheapest VIP tier. Gone.
VIP Early Bird
on sale
The current release. Available now, including on a payment plan.
VIP 1st Release
not yet released
Named in the festival's ticket tiers, not yet open on the ticket page.

Spread the cost

Want to spread the cost? Payment plans are available on selected VIP tickets, allowing you to secure your place now and pay the balance in instalments.