Accessibility
Below you’ll find information about accessible facilities at the festival, as well as guidance for attending as an accessibility customer.
We’ve made some updates to our Essential Companion scheme for Lazydays Chapter Four, so even if you’ve joined us before, please check the information prior to applying.
We’re excited to welcome you to Lazydays Festival and are committed to making the event as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Accessible viewing PLATFORM
We’re introducing a raised Accessible Viewing Platform for 2027.
The platform will be available to attendees who have “Accessible Viewing Platform” listed on their Access Card or Digital Access Pass profile, together with their Essential Companion. Spaces will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To make sure there is space for those who need it, access is limited to the eligible attendee and their Essential Companion.
Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate other members of your party or group, or attendees who do not meet the eligibility criteria above, such as those with temporary injuries or reduced mobility.
Attendees are welcome to bring camping chairs to Lazydays for use elsewhere within the festival.
Accessible toilets
Wheelchair-accessible and standard toilets are available across the site for accessibility customers and their essential companions.
Food & Drink
A selection of gluten-free and vegan options will be available along with non-alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and mocktails.
Attendees attending with Essential Companions are permitted to bring essential food and drink into the festival, but please highlight this on your Essential Companion application so that we can issue a pass to authorise this at the entrance gate. This applies to accessibility customers only and not to their essential companions, or other customers attending with them.
Assistance dogs
We can consider assistance dogs that are trained and accredited by recognised organisations such as Assistance Dogs UK (ADUK), the International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF), or Assistance Dogs International (ADI).
Festivals can be a challenging environment for dogs due to loud music, crowds, strobe lighting and long days. Please think carefully about whether the festival is suitable for your dog. If you’re unsure, email us, and we can discuss other ways to support your access.
If you plan to bring an Assistance Dog, please contact us by 1 July 2027 as pre-approval is required. Please include your full name and booking reference so we can locate your details.
Accessible car parking
We discourage anyone from trying to park at Priory Park. There is very limited Blue Badge parking available at Priory Park, along with a designated drop-off/pick-up zone and taxi rank, and we cannot guarantee parking for any attendee.
To guarantee an accessible parking space, we recommend booking the Park & Ride option during the booking process.
Essential Companions
An Essential Companion (EC) is someone who provides personal support so you can safely and comfortably enjoy the festival. For example, helping with mobility, communication, or medical needs.
This scheme exists to remove barriers to attending Lazydays. It is not intended as a general discount or free ticket for family members, friends or accompanying adults.
Essential Companion tickets are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so getting your request in early is recommended. Applications close on 1 July 2027.
Essential Companions are for people with long-term disabilities and health conditions. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide any specific support to people with temporary injuries.
Our eligibility criteria have changed for 2027 - please check before applying.
To qualify, you must:
Have the +1 symbol on your Access Card or Lazydays Digital Access Pass (DAP) (this confirms you require personal support to attend), and
Have purchased the Adult General Admission ticket in the name of the person requiring an EC. I.E the name of the ticket holder must match the Access Card or DAP holder.
Complete the Essential Companion Request Form below by 1 July 2027. All steps must be completed before 1 July to be eligible. Our team aim to review your application and respond within 10-14 days.
Other information
If you do not currently have an Access Card, you can apply for one. They are £15, valid for 3 years and recognised at many events and venues across the UK.
You can opt to apply for a Lazydays Digital Access Pass (DAP), which is free of charge but not valid at other events and venues across the UK. See below for the link to apply.
Apply early, as Nimbus processing can take up to 14 days for the DAP or Access Card.
The EC must be 18+ and able to assist you independently throughout the event, without additional support.
EC only covers General Admission tickets - should VIP access be required, then the General Admission component will be complimentary, with a VIP upgrade required to be purchased.
Extras (camping, parking, etc) are not included.
If your main ticket is cancelled/refunded, the EC ticket is automatically cancelled.
If the Access ticket or the Essential Companion ticket is transferred to another person, the EC ticket will be automatically cancelled.
Essential Companions must have a valid ticket to attend. Essential Companion tickets must be arranged by the deadline of 1 July 2027; they cannot be organised after this date or on site.
Under 18s
All guests under 18 must attend with a responsible adult.
The responsible adult is not eligible for a complimentary Essential Companion ticket, as they are required to attend Lazydays with the under-18 guest in line with our licence and age policy.
There are therefore no Essential Companions for under 18s.
Essential companion tickets
We’ve made some updates to our Essential Companion scheme for Lazydays Chapter Four, so even if you’ve joined us before, please check the information before applying.
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If you would like to attend as part of a VIP package, we will issue a General Admission Essential Companion Ticket, after which a VIP upgrade can be purchased.
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All guests under 18 must attend with a responsible adult, therefore there are no Essential Companions for under 18s.
Accompanying responsible adults are not eligible for a complimentary Essential Companion ticket, as they are required to attend Lazydays with the under-18 guest in line with our licence and age policy.
If additional disability-related support requires a second adult, we may consider an Essential Companion ticket in exceptional circumstances.
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We've chosen to pass the registration scheme to the same organisation that runs the 'Access Card'. Nimbus Disability is a social enterprise and an organisation run by and for disabled people, and is recognised as a lead authority on accessible ticketing in the UK.
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We encourage the use of the Nimbus card; however, you can opt to apply for a Lazydays Digital Access Pass (DAP), which is free of charge but not valid at other events and venues across the UK.
Nimbus is an independent, disability-led organisation specialising in accessibility assessments.
By asking Nimbus to verify your access requirements, we protect the integrity of accessibility provisions and help prevent misuse, keep your sensitive medical evidence private and handled only by Nimbus, and create consistency across events so your accessibility information works for you.
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You can apply for one of 2 options:
Free Lazydays Digital Access Pass
You can submit a free application for a Digital Access Pass via Nimbus
As part of the application, you will need to provide relevant evidence and a narrative about your access requirements, allowing Nimbus to allocate the appropriate symbols representing the barriers you face.
Once your application is approved, your Digital Access Pass will be valid for three years. You will receive a digital ID number.
You can use your Digital Access Pass ID Number to access facilities and make bookings with Lazydays.
Access Card
It costs just £15 for three years, you can choose to upgrade your free registration to a full Access Card through the application process.
You will receive a physical card in the post, which can be used as proof of access requirements and is recognised by thousands of venues and events across the UK and internationally.
The Access Card features symbols that discreetly highlight the barriers you face and the reasonable adjustments you may need, such as level access, essential companion, or assistance with visual or auditory information.
Presenting your Access Card or its unique identification number can often reduce the need for repeated explanations and the submission of extensive personal documentation.
The Access Card can also work online with ticketing systems to unlock necessary access facilities.
When you register, Nimbus Disability will handle all your information securely and safely without us ever having cause to see the details behind why you need accessible seating and ticketing options.
Once you've registered, Nimbus will then provide you with a unique ID number on your Digital Access Pass or Access Card. If the +1 or +2 is allocated, you can use this to book Essential Companion tickets.
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No. Essential Companion tickets are only available where the plus one symbol is shown on your Nimbus Access Card. If your needs have changed, you’ll need to follow Nimbus’s process to update your card.
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No. Receiving PIP or another disability benefit does not automatically qualify you for an Essential Companion ticket.
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Yes. The Essential Companion ticket is provided so someone can support you throughout your visit from arrival to leaving. They should remain available whenever you need assistance.
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As a small independent festival, we have to introduce limits on the number of Essential Companion tickets and put in place a cut-off date.
The deadline gives us the time we need to:
process and approve all accessibility applications
plan operational logistics (for example staffing, transport, and toilets)
Without a confirmed accessibility list in advance, it isn’t possible to safely and fairly provide the required facilities and staffing.