Visitor information
Plan your
visit
RAIN OR SHINE
DOGS WELCOME
When
Sat 17 & Sun 18 July 2027
10:30am to 5pm both days
WheRE
Central Park, Syston
Leicester, LE7 2EN
entry
£2 on the gate
Under-14s go free
Getting here
BY CAR
Syston can be reached via the A46 and the A607 (Melton Road).
There's no visitor parking on Central Park itself, but there are several town car parks.
The main car park is off Melton Road near the Brook Bridge, run by Charnwood Borough Council.
It has 60 standard bays and five disabled spaces, with a two-hour maximum stay, though disabled parking has no time limit.
BY BUS
Arriva's route 5 runs Leicester to Syston to East Goscote every 30 minutes Monday to Saturday daytime, and every 30 minutes on Sundays and bank holidays.
BY TRAIN
Syston station is run by East Midlands Railway, with step-free access to the platform.
Leicester to Syston by train takes about 9 minutes and runs hourly
Central Park
Syston Leicester, LE7 2EN
Entry
No need to book. Just turn up and pay on the gate.
Per person, per day.
Bring the whole family.
Accepted on the gate
ON THE DAY
MORE INFO COMING SOON!
Toilets
Seating areas
First aid point
Lost children point
What to bring
- Comfy shoes
- Picnic blanket
- Sun cream
- A rain jacket
- Reusable bottle
- A big appetite
DOGS
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Please keep them close around food stalls and bring water for them on warm days.
Accessibility
We want everyone to enjoy the festival. If you have questions about access, email enquiries@realfest.co.uk before your visit.
Getting around
The festival is on grass. We do our absolute best to keep the site accessible at all times.
Accessible toilets
Accessible toilets are available on site.
Blue badge parking
The main car park is off Melton Road near the Brook Bridge and has blue badge parking.
Check the weather
Grass can get soft after rain, so keep an eye on the forecast before you set off.
FAQ'S
Still stuck? Email
enquiries@realfest.co.uk or call
01530 560177.
Do I need to book tickets?
No. Pay on the gate on the day. It's £2 for over-14s and free for under-14s.
What if the weather's bad?
The festival is on grass, so keep an eye on the forecast and dress for the weather. We'll post any changes on social media.
Where do I park?
The main car park is off Melton Road near the Brook Bridge and has blue badge parking.
Can I leave and come back?
Yes Absolutley!
We give you a stamp on entry on your had and if you show the people on the gate that stamp you will be allowed re entry into the site.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
No outside food isn't allowed onsite. With so many traders on site, we'd recommend coming hungry.
Are there cash machines on site?
The nearest cash machines are in sYSTON town centre.
What if I lose something?
Hand in or ask to someone in a Hi-Vis. After the event, email us and we'll do our best to help.
Anything we have we will post on socials.
