Leeds Festival 2023

For those attending Leeds Festival, there are specific guidelines regarding what can and cannot be brought into the event. If you're 18 or older, alcohol for personal consumption is allowed in the campsite only before 6 pm on Sunday evening. Camping equipment, including cutlery and tin openers, is permissible for weekend ticket holders, though Leatherman-style multi-tools are not allowed. Cool bags or boxes for personal use are fine, as are sealed or unsealed drinks in plastic and metal reusable bottles (no glass), with only sealed soft drinks under 500ml permitted into the arena. Specific flat-based cooking stoves are allowed, with fuel limited to 1L per stove, and only gas canisters of 250mls or less. Medication must be accompanied by a doctor's note or recognizable prescription, and small portable speakers are permitted in the campsites. However, there are items that are strictly prohibited. These include aerosols over 250ml, air horns, bags larger than A4 size in the arena, disposable and non-disposable BBQs, drones or other flying devices, glass bottles, jars, containers over 100ml, illegal substances of all kinds, selfie sticks, and umbrellas (including golf umbrellas). Additionally, attendees should be aware of the following information: Bag restrictions apply, and any bags brought into the Arena must be no bigger than A4 size (8.27”x11.69”), with a limit of one per person. Valid ID must be provided, and acceptable forms include a passport, full or provisional driving license, a proof of age card bearing a PASS hologram, a Ministry of Defence identity card, or a national identity card issued by an EU member state. Anyone under 15 must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18, and children under 13 are admitted free. Lockers are available for purchase and come equipped with USB ports for phone charging. It's worth noting that this list may be subject to change, so always consult the official Leeds Festival website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Yes, a 16-year-old can go to Leeds Festival. However, there are specific entry restrictions to be aware of. Anyone 15 and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18 years old at all times. Children under 13 years are admitted free. The festival welcomes all ages but advises against bringing young children. You can find more information on the Leeds Festival's official website