Leeds Festival

Leeds Festival is a large-scale music festival that brings together several genres, including rock, pop, hip-hop, electronic, and jazz. In this article, we will tell you about its history, the artists invited to perform, and provide detailed information about the location, ticket prices, and available transportation options.

History of Leeds Festival

Leeds Festival is dedicated not only to music, but to art in general, and is held annually in August. Its history began in 1999. It was created as an analogue to Reading Festival, but in a different location. Initially, it focused on rock and alternative genres, but over time, the programme expanded to include rock, hip-hop, electronic music and other styles.

Throughout its history, the Leeds Festival has faced various difficulties, such as adverse weather conditions and logistical problems, but the organisers have always found a way to overcome them.

Over the years, the festival has featured such celebrities as Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, Foo Fighters, Muse, and Radiohead, and it has international status.

Music lovers from all over the world gather at Leeds Festival. The event has a friendly atmosphere, and the organisers delight the audience with unexpected performances and collaborations.

Leeds Festival line-up

The main headliner on Friday 22 August will be Travis Scott.

Headliners on Saturday 23 August: Hozier, Chappell Roan.

Headliner on Sunday 24 August: Bring Me The Horizon.

The lineup for 2025 is expected to be truly impressive, including the following artists:

• LIMP BIZKIT;
• D-BLOCK EUROPE;
• BECKY HILL;
• BRING ME THE HORIZON;
• AJ TRACEY;
• ENTER SHIKARI;
• CONAN GRAY;
• AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS;
• LANCEY FOUX;
• ROYEL OTIS;
• TRIPPIE REDD;
• BLOC PARTY;
• THE KOOKS;
• LAMBRINI GIRLS;
• BRITTANY BROSKI IN CONVERSATION WITH CHARLEY MARLOWE.

In 2023, the festival's headliners included names such as The Killers, Billie Eilish, Foals and Loyle Carner.

How to get to Leeds Festival

There are three ways to get to Leeds Festival: by bus, train or car.

By bus

Bus services to Leeds Festival are operated by Big Green Coach. Transfers are available from Doncaster, Hull, Leicester, Liverpool, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Nottingham, Preston, Sheffield, Stockport, and other cities.

By train

You can take the train to the nearest railway station, Leeds Train Station. Trains arrive here regularly from major cities in Great Britain, including Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, and London. A festival shuttle bus will run from the station to Bramham Park.

By car

By car, take the A64 motorway and follow the signs. The journey from London to Leeds takes approximately 4.5 hours.

Parking

Parking at Leeds Festival 2025 is available directly on the festival grounds and is free for visitors. For visitors to the city, there are several car parks available, for example, at Sovereign Square and at major hotels in Leeds.

Where is Leeds Festival 2025

The event in Leeds takes place at Bramham Park, near Wetherby, on the grounds of a historic house. At the same time, the Reading Festival is held on Richfield Avenue in central Reading, near Caversham Bridge.

Map Leeds Festival 2025

Check out the map to help you find your way around the location and main stages, and plan your route.

Where to stay at Leeds Festival

You can stay at the campsite or in one of the nearby hotels during Leeds Festival.

Camping

The campsite is located in the middle of a clean green field, which is an ideal place for pitching tents. A number of entertainment events will be held on its territory:

• lectures on sustainable development;
• upcycling workshops;
• yoga classes.

Accommodation at The Fields (Main Camp) is included in the price of a weekend ticket to Leeds Festival.

A day ticket to the festival does not include camping.

In addition, you can stay at Calm Camp, which differs from the usual camp in that it is quiet and peaceful. A free spot can be reserved together with a Weekend or Weekend + Early Entry festival ticket. The Garden will host film screenings, yoga classes, meditation, and wellness sessions.

THE VALLEY (SOLO CAMP) is another option for those who want to live in nature. Staying at this campsite promises new acquaintances and participation in events such as Hangout at the Link Up Lounge and Find Your Pal.

THE GLITTERBALL GROVE is a unique campsite where you can relax, make new friends, unleash your creative side, and enjoy film screenings.

The festival campsite will operate according to the following schedule:

For Early Bird ticket holders: from 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 20 August.

For weekend ticket holders: from 3:00 a.m. on Thursday, 21 August.

The campsite will close at noon on Monday, 25 August.

Pink Moon offers a unique range of camping packages to suit all budgets. From standard tents to luxury marquees.

Prices start at £275 for a standard package.

Classic RangeFrom £545.00

Deluxe RangeFrom £895.00

Hotels nearby

Most festival-goers stay at the campsite, as rooms in nearby hotels sell out quickly and should be booked well in advance. Possible accommodation options:

• Premier Inn York South West and Premier Inn Leeds East (20 minutes by car).
• Thorpe Park Spa Hotel.
• Days Inn By Wyndham Weatherby.
• Travelodge Leeds Colton.

Information for visitors

Before travelling to the festival, check the dates and schedule, book your tickets and plan your route. We also recommend that you read the rules set by the organisers on the official website of the event.

Festival dates and schedule

Leeds Festival 2025 will take place from 21 to 24 August at Bramham Park. Performances by famous artists will take place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Reading & Leeds app

Download the Reading & Leeds app to find out the dates and times of the concerts. In addition to the schedule, you can track updates and take advantage of special offers.

Food and drinks at the festival

The festival organisers have not only prepared a rich entertainment programme for visitors, but have also taken care of food and drinks. Guests of the event will be able to enjoy burgers, grilled dishes, various snacks, beer and soft drinks.

Tickets

A weekend ticket, including standard camping from Thursday, costs £325.

A weekend ticket with early camping access from Wednesday costs £361.

A one-day ticket for Friday costs £125.

The price for one-day tickets for Saturday and Sunday is the same.

Contact details and postcode

Email: [email protected].

Postcode: LS23 6ND

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