FAQ
It’s the national celebration of sustainable living! A big FREE weekend of activities designed for all the family. Showing you how to save money, be environmentally savvy and live a rich and creative life. Leading and emerging artists, demonstrations, stalls, talks & workshops offering thrifty advice, tips and tricks as well as innovative tasty food and drink. Admission is FREE.
How do I get there?
Festival Location
The Festival takes place at Kirkleatham Village, 3 miles from the seaside town of Redcar in Kirkleatham, Redcar, TS10 5NW.
Walking & Cycling
If you can walk or cycle to Kirkleatham, please do. It can be easier, quicker, and better for you and the planet!
You can plan your cycle route from the link below:
https://www.cyclinguk.org/journey-planner
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Bike Storage and Repair
Festival attendees travelling by bike can park their bikes with Walk Wheel Cycle Trust (near the Walled Garden).
They can also give your bike a MOT Health Check whilst you enjoy the Festival.
Public Transport
The closest train station to the museum is Redcar Central. This station is serviced regularly by the Northern Rail service from Bishop Auckland to Saltburn. This is 3 miles from the museum.
You can then travel by bus to Kirkleatham, Arriva service 63 or 28 – bus stops located on West Dyke Road.
There is a bus stop within the village where the Arriva 28 services stop – this is on the main road through Kirkleatham, and another on Kirkleatham Lane which is the main road at the top of the village where the 63 bus service stops. There is a walk of approximately 400m from both bus stops.
Access Information
INFO POINT
The Info Point located in Slow Fashion Alley is a good point to connect with our friendly staff around any access needs and questions.
BLUE BADGE PARKING
Designated Festival blue badge parking is located within the Walled Garden Car Park. There will be signage on site to direct drivers.
ACCESSIBLE TOILETS
There are two accessible toilets in Imagined Meadow, near the food traders and Woodland Tribe installation.
There are two accessible toilets to the side of Kirkleatham Museum, opposite the Shindig Stage.
There is an accessible toilet located on the ground floor of the Kirkleatham Museum. There is no emergency cord. This toilet is not RADAR key operated.
There is a larger accessible toilet within the Pavilion, if you require this space please speak to a member of staff. This toilet does not have an emergency cord and is not RADAR key operated.
BABY CHANGE FACILITIES
Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet in the Pavilion – please ask a member of staff if you need access to this.
Alternatively, baby changing facilities are available in the male, female and disabled toilets located near the onsite café.
ASSISTANCE DOGS
Guide dogs and hearing dogs are welcome.
EAR DEFENDERS
You can borrow Ear Defenders at the Info Point in Slow Fashion Alley.
BSL INTERPRETED EVENTS
The Charity Edit, Slow Fashion Alley, 11.30
SEED, The Allotment Patch, Walled Garden, 12.45
Stick & Stone, Camp Thrift, 12.30 / 15.15
The Hide, Imagined Meadow, 14.00
Best In Show, Slow Fashion Alley, 15.30
NON-VERBAL SHOWS
I have no name, Imagined Meadow, 11.15, 12.15, 13.15, 15.15 & 16.15
CALMER SPACES
A lot of our workshop programme offers calmer activities to take part in, for example the nature and biodiversity activities in the Imagined Meadow and in the Allotment Patch. There are many spaces around the wider Kirkleatham Village site that are free of activities, and offer quieter spaces, including some short woodland walks in the immediate area.
Is it accessible? Where are the BSL signers?
There is accessible parking on site for blue badge holders, there is no charge and it will be signposted.
The site is very accessible for buggies, pushchairs and wheelchairs although some of the activities are on grass. Most pathways will be wide enough for access. Please note the site does get busy! For specific access needs please contact a member of the FOT team and we can arrange assistance.
BSL signers will accompany some performances. Please see the schedule below:
The Charity Edit, Slow Fashion Alley, 11.30
SEED, The Allotment Patch, Walled Garden, 12.45
Stick & Stone, Camp Thrift, 12.30 / 15.15
The Hide, Imagined Meadow, 14.00
Best In Show, Slow Fashion Alley, 15.30
Can I bring dogs?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Please ensure they are on a lead and be aware that the site can get very busy.
How do I find out what’s on?
The programme will be displayed across the site and there will be an online downloadable programme.
Alternatively check out our Whats On page here
Are there vegetarian, vegan, gluten & diary free food options?
We will have a large number of food stalls that cater for a broad range of dietary requirements, please check the food & drink page for specific details.
Can I bring a picnic?
Yes! There is some seating around the site, please feel free to bring your own picnic blanket or camping chairs to make yourselves a base.