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✈️How to get to Deva Fest
Planning your trip to Deva Fest? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL), about 34 km from the venue.
- Allow about 48 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Liverpool or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Deva Fest
Accommodation near the Deva Fest site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Liverpool, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Liverpool.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Deva Fest 2026 weather
Weather in Cholmondeley Castle in August 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 42% of days
| 2025 | Overcast | 22° / 12° | 1 rainy day |
| 2024 | Light drizzle | 22° / 14° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Light drizzle | 16° / 12° | 3 rainy days |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near Deva Fest
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Deva Fest. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Liverpool and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Deva Fest 2026: pop, jazz and dance at Cholmondeley Castle
Deva Fest takes place in the enchanting setting of Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire, United Kingdom. This four-day summer festival offers a popular and festive programme centred on pop, jazz and dance.
The 2026 edition (5 to 8 August) features N-Trance, the iconic 1990s eurodance act, Dave Pearce and Electric Swing Circus.
The programme covers rock, ballad and contemporary R&B, with touches of breakbeat hardcore, eurodance, euro house and dance-pop. A family-friendly festival in a historic setting.
From 5 to 8 August 2026 at Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire, Deva Fest offers four days of celebration. Tickets available on the official website.
❓FAQ
When is Deva Fest 2026 and how long does it last?
Deva Fest 2026 takes place at Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire (United Kingdom) from 6 to 9 August. It opens Friday, Saturday and Sunday from midday to 11pm; on Thursday, reserved for campers with the add-on, it opens from 6pm to 11pm.
How many stages are there?
Music and comedy run across five stages, with unlimited free fairground rides included in the ticket and plenty of family activities.
Is camping included in the ticket?
No — pitches are booked separately from admission so the festival can manage how many tents and vehicles are on each site. Several campsites are offered: Polo Field and Alan Fields (from £38.48 per person per day), Longhorn Meadow (with optional electric hook-ups and pre-pitched tents) and the Camp Deva glamping. Pitches are 8m x 8m and include access to toilets and free showers.
When can you arrive at the campsite?
Arrival is from midday on Thursday for those with the “Thursday” add-on, otherwise from 9am on Friday. All weekend campers can stay onsite until midday on Monday.
Can you eat onsite and bring your own food?
The festival gathers hand-picked street food traders and runs its own bars. You may bring your own food and soft drinks; personal alcohol and glass are not allowed in the festival field, but are permitted in the camping areas.
Is the festival family-friendly?
Yes, Deva Fest is family-friendly (and dogs on leads are welcome). Under-5s get in free but still need a ticket, and fairground rides are included. Under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Is the site accessible, and is there a carer ticket?
Disabled guests who need an assistant can get a free extra ticket for that person, and an accessible campsite is provided.
Are there shuttle buses to the festival?
Yes, shuttle buses are offered to reach the site, alongside car parks and parking options for campers.
How long has the festival run and how many people attend?
After a 2018 pilot, Deva Fest launched its first three-day festival in 2019 before moving to Cholmondeley Castle in 2023. The 2025 edition welcomed over 25,000 visitors across the weekend, about 8,300 per day (approximate figure, re-entries included).
