Frequently Asked Questions

Here you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we’re asked about the Highcliffe Food & Arts Festival. We hope this helps you plan your visit and make the most of your festival experience.

If your question isn’t answered here, don’t worry – just complete the form below and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Do I need a ticket to attend the festival?

No – the festival is free to attend! Some special activities (like Kids’ Kitchen or workshops) may have a small fee, but general entry to the festival is free.

Become A Volunteer

The festival needs volunteers to put on the event, can your spare some time over the festival weekend or in the lead up to the event? If you would like to help, please contact us via the form below.

When is the festival?

10 am – 5 pm Saturday 13th June 2026
10 am – 4 pm Sunday 14th June 2026

How do I book a Stall?

For food and drink enquiries please contact simon@33rdmanagement.co.uk. For Arts & Crafts please contact office@thelittlecraftshack.com.

How much does it cost to attend the event?

The event is FREE to enter thanks to our wonderful Traders and Sponsors.

Are dogs allowed?

We are dog friendly.  However please keep them on leads at all times, respect others and clean up after your pets.

How do I get to the festival?

The Festival takes place along the village High Street (Lymington Road) and also the recreation ground, The Green.

Is parking available?

There are several local car parks available, including Wortley Road and the Cliff Top Car Park, both operating on a pay-and-display basis.

In addition, visitors are welcome to use the surrounding residential streets for parking.

Is there disabled parking?

Blue Badge holders, please refrain from parking in Waterford Road or Wharncliffe Road while the traffic diversion is in operation. There is some disabled parking in Wortley Road and Cliff Top Car Park

Please note Parking Bays on Wharncliffe Road and Waterford Road have been suspended from Friday 12th June – Sunday 14th June to allow the smooth running of diversion traffic. If parking on yellow lines with a Disabled badge in Wortley Road or Wharncliffe Gardens, please be considerate to residents.

Are there toilets and disabled toilets?

Yes there are toilets located on The Green, in Wortley Road Car Park and on Waterford Road.

Is there a cash point?

There is a free cash machine located outside of Tesco Local, on the High Street.

What’s on at the Festival?

Keep visiting our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for the latest updates and timetable of events.

Are there road closures?

Road Closure between 0600 hrs and 2000 hrs on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026

We will be running another Food and Arts Festival in the Village on the above dates along the High Street.  We really appreciate the support of the Highcliffe Village Residents as we realise this does cause a certain amount of inconvenience for you all.
Lymington Road will be closed to through traffic from The Globe to the junction of Gordon Road/Waterford Road and a diversion will be in place from 06.00 hrs to 20.00 hrs on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June.
▪ The Emergency Services have been notified, so please do not worry, as plans are already in place.
What if I need to make a journey?   
Very limited pre-booked access to Lymington Road can be arranged for you on the day by completing the form below.

https://forms.gle/1DCzsiRA52mbagTZ8

If you attempt to access the road by vehicle, you will be stopped by a security officer and asked to show your pass. Only once this pass has been shown may you be escorted away from the event. 
Resident Road Access

If you have a question, please feel free to reach out to us via the contact form below;