Forbidden Forest Festival
Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire. We have no tickets listed for this festival right now — the dates, address and travel notes below are what we hold.
When is Forbidden Forest Festival?
The last edition we hold dates for is Forbidden Forest Festival 2026, which ran 4–6 June 2026.
Where is Forbidden Forest Festival?
Forbidden Forest Festival is held at Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire.
Woolsthorpe Rd, Grantham NG32 1PA, UK, LeicestershireHow do I get to Forbidden Forest Festival?
By train
The nearest major train station to Belvoir Castle is Grantham, located approximately 8 miles (13 kilometres) away. From Grantham station, reaching the castle will typically require a taxi or pre-booked private car service, as there are no direct bus routes from the station to the castle. Grantham is well-served by East Midlands Railway, with frequent services connecting it to major UK cities. Direct trains from London King's Cross to Grantham run frequently, with journey times as short as 1 hour and 5 minutes. Manchester Piccadilly to Grantham trains are also available, usually with one change, taking around 2 hours and 30 minutes. Birmingham New Street to Grantham journeys typically involve a change and take approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. Trains from Edinburgh Waverley to Grantham also usually require changes and can take around 4 hours or more. Grantham station offers standard facilities including a ticket office, waiting areas, and accessible platforms.
By bus
Direct bus services to Belvoir Castle itself are limited. The nearest significant bus connections are typically found in the nearby market towns of Grantham and Melton Mowbray. From Melton Mowbray, a taxi or private hire would be required for the approximately 5-mile journey to the castle. Local bus services in Melton Mowbray connect to surrounding villages. From Grantham, it's advisable to check local bus timetables for services that might run towards nearby villages, although direct routes to the castle are unlikely. Generally, bus travel is not the most convenient method for reaching Belvoir Castle directly. For those travelling from Leicester or Nottingham city centres, regular bus services operate to Melton Mowbray and Grantham respectively. Journey times from these city centres to Melton Mowbray are typically around 1 hour, and to Grantham around 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the specific service and traffic. Night bus options would be extremely limited or non-existent for this rural location.
Travel notes for Belvoir Castle, the site Forbidden Forest Festival uses.
Where can I park at Forbidden Forest Festival?
Belvoir Castle is accessible by car and is best reached from the A1, A52, and A46. If approaching from the M1 or M6, take the A52 eastbound towards Grantham. If coming from the A1, exit at the junction for the A52 towards Boston/Grantham and then follow signs for Belvoir. The castle's postcode for sat-nav purposes is NG32 1PE, though following directional signage is recommended as you get closer. Parking is available on-site, typically in designated areas within the estate grounds, especially during event days. For larger events, there may be specific car parks managed by the venue. Parking costs can vary, especially during major events; it is advisable to check the specific event details or the venue's website for current parking charges. There are no dedicated park and ride services directly to the castle. The estate roads can be narrow in places, and specific parking for disabled drivers is usually available close to the main entrance, though availability may be on a first-come, first-served basis.