Reviews
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Victorious Festival 2021 Review
It was our family’s return to festivals after 2 years, and we headed to the seaside to experience everything Victorious Festival had to offer.
Festival Kidz reviewer Catherine has visited Victorious in 2018 and 2019, but this year a change of plans meant that Myself (Adam), my wife 2 boys age 7 + 10 could attend for the first time and experience the festival for ourselves.
Timber Festival 2021 Review
It was with huge excitement that we packed our bags for our first festival in almost 2 years. As well as the conundrum as to what to pack for a mixed weather forecast, we also had to remember to pack our face masks in case we needed them.
We Are Not A Festival 2020 Review
In the year without festivals, a few festival-like events did actually happen. Certainly they were quieter than usual. But for those of us who enjoy smaller community events and who were desperately missing festivals in 2020, they were an incredible bolt of joy at such a difficult time.
We felt fortunate to be part of the lucky few who went to We Are Not a Festival in 2020. The venue was beautiful, and due to social distancing rules there was loads of space for the kids to run around in nature, and no queues for anything. Less choice meant less stress, and we had a weekend to relax together as a family, but still be around lots of other people. Even at a distance it was good to be around festival goers again.
Into The Trees 2019 Review
This was the third Into the Trees for my family. We absolutely adore this perfectly chilled out little festival because it just seems to get everything right. As in previous years, we chose to visit for one day rather than the whole weekend.
Once again, we wished we had camped for the entire festival. The setting in Ashdown Forest is truly idyllic, and whilst there are easily enough activities to keep a family busy for three days, it is simply a gorgeous place to camp.
Into The Trees actively encourages families to enjoy, explore and respect our natural environment. The message is such an important one, and delivered in the best possible way, in a beautiful place.
Chilled in a Field 2019 Review
We were all happy to be back at Chilled in a Field, one of our family’s favourite festivals. 2019 was the festival’s fourth time at Bentley, and it’s a great venue.
Victorious 2019 Review
We returned to Southsea for our second Victorious and had another wonderful time. Its beautiful seaside location in Portsmouth makes it easy to get to. The line up is always amazing, with some really big names. Because of this, my children (15 and 11) absolutely love it. The kids’ field has an astonishing amount for children of all ages. Brilliant weather, music, food and activities created a perfect bank holiday weekend by the sea.
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Beautiful Days 2019 Review
Beautiful Days is without a doubt a top contender for best weekend of the year. This goes not just for my family, but for thousands of its loyal patrons.
Every year the Levellers host an amazing festival that I think is impossible to out do, and yet it continues to improve. We have been to six Beautiful Days now as it is so brilliant for families. Indeed it is good for every age group, and I would have just as good an experience (although different) with or without children.
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Towersey 2019 Review
The last time I’d spent 5 nights at a festival was Glastonbury 2007; and I won’t pretend that I wasn’t a little bit daunted at the prospect of doing it with two children in tow.
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Green Man 2019 Review
We fell head over heels in love with the Green Man magic. It’s easy to see why this gorgeous gathering sells out so quickly and many families return year after year.
Bluedot 2019 Review
One small step for man, one marvellous, muddy weekend for this Festival Kidz family.
Joderell Bank observatory in Cheshire was recently declared a UNESCO world heritage site. It was also home to Bluedot 2019.
The festival made full use of its unique setting, wrapping stages and activities around the gigantic Lovell radio telescope.
Unsurprisingly, there was a strong science theme. This year’s festival even coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Moon landings. Read more…
Victorious Festival 2021 Review
It was our family’s return to festivals after 2 years, and we headed to the seaside to experience everything Victorious Festival had to offer.
Festival Kidz reviewer Catherine has visited Victorious in 2018 and 2019, but this year a change of plans meant that Myself (Adam), my wife 2 boys age 7 + 10 could attend for the first time and experience the festival for ourselves.
We Are Not A Festival 2020 Review
In the year without festivals, a few festival-like events did actually happen. Certainly they were quieter than usual. But for those of us who enjoy smaller community events and who were desperately missing festivals in 2020, they were an incredible bolt of joy at such a difficult time.
We felt fortunate to be part of the lucky few who went to We Are Not a Festival in 2020. The venue was beautiful, and due to social distancing rules there was loads of space for the kids to run around in nature, and no queues for anything. Less choice meant less stress, and we had a weekend to relax together as a family, but still be around lots of other people. Even at a distance it was good to be around festival goers again.
Chilled in a Field 2019 Review
We were all happy to be back at Chilled in a Field, one of our family’s favourite festivals. 2019 was the festival’s fourth time at Bentley, and it’s a great venue.
Beautiful Days 2019 Review
Beautiful Days is without a doubt a top contender for best weekend of the year. This goes not just for my family, but for thousands of its loyal patrons.
Every year the Levellers host an amazing festival that I think is impossible to out do, and yet it continues to improve. We have been to six Beautiful Days now as it is so brilliant for families. Indeed it is good for every age group, and I would have just as good an experience (although different) with or without children.
Read more…
Green Man 2019 Review
We fell head over heels in love with the Green Man magic. It’s easy to see why this gorgeous gathering sells out so quickly and many families return year after year.
Timber Festival 2021 Review
It was with huge excitement that we packed our bags for our first festival in almost 2 years. As well as the conundrum as to what to pack for a mixed weather forecast, we also had to remember to pack our face masks in case we needed them.
Into The Trees 2019 Review
This was the third Into the Trees for my family. We absolutely adore this perfectly chilled out little festival because it just seems to get everything right. As in previous years, we chose to visit for one day rather than the whole weekend.
Once again, we wished we had camped for the entire festival. The setting in Ashdown Forest is truly idyllic, and whilst there are easily enough activities to keep a family busy for three days, it is simply a gorgeous place to camp.
Into The Trees actively encourages families to enjoy, explore and respect our natural environment. The message is such an important one, and delivered in the best possible way, in a beautiful place.
Victorious 2019 Review
We returned to Southsea for our second Victorious and had another wonderful time. Its beautiful seaside location in Portsmouth makes it easy to get to. The line up is always amazing, with some really big names. Because of this, my children (15 and 11) absolutely love it. The kids’ field has an astonishing amount for children of all ages. Brilliant weather, music, food and activities created a perfect bank holiday weekend by the sea.
Read more…
Towersey 2019 Review
The last time I’d spent 5 nights at a festival was Glastonbury 2007; and I won’t pretend that I wasn’t a little bit daunted at the prospect of doing it with two children in tow.
Read more…
Bluedot 2019 Review
One small step for man, one marvellous, muddy weekend for this Festival Kidz family.
Joderell Bank observatory in Cheshire was recently declared a UNESCO world heritage site. It was also home to Bluedot 2019.
The festival made full use of its unique setting, wrapping stages and activities around the gigantic Lovell radio telescope.
Unsurprisingly, there was a strong science theme. This year’s festival even coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Moon landings. Read more…