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✈️How to get to Upton Blues Festival 2026
Planning your trip to Upton Blues Festival 2026? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Birmingham Airport (BHX), about 54 km from the venue.
- Allow about 76 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Birmingham, West Midlands 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 Upton Upon Severn (Upton Blues Festival 2026)
Accommodation near the Upton Blues Festival 2026 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 Birmingham, West Midlands, 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 Birmingham, West Midlands.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Upton Blues Festival 2026 weather
Weather in Upton Upon Severn in July 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 60% of days
| 2025 | Drizzle | 24° / 16° | 3 rainy days |
| 2024 | Overcast | 23° / 14° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Rain | 20° / 13° | 5 rainy days |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near Upton Blues Festival 2026
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Upton Blues Festival 2026. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Birmingham, West Midlands and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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❓FAQ
How many stages are there, and what are they?
In England, the music spreads across three main stages — Meadow, Acoustic Roots and Riverside — plus the Campsite stage, alongside the many pubs of Upton upon Severn that host live acts too.
What are the dates and how long does it run?
The festival runs from 15 to 19 July 2026. The main stages play Friday to Sunday, while the campsite stage and pubs get going from Wednesday. Music starts around midday and finishes at 23:30 on Friday and Saturday, 23:00 on Sunday.
Is the festival free?
Yes — Upton Blues is a free music festival. It's funded entirely by campsite tickets and merchandise sales, which is why donations matter for covering the bands, staging, security and clean-up.
Is there camping, and how does pricing work?
Yes, on the official campsite beside the River Severn. One ticket covers the whole weekend; only the price changes depending on your arrival day (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday), and you can stay until Tuesday morning. There are no electric hook-ups and no generators, but you'll find shops, two shower blocks, a free shuttle and a family area. The entrance sits opposite Upton Marina (postcode WR8 0PB, What3Words ///strict.relatives.sandbags).
What time does the campsite open?
The entry gate opens at 07:00 from Wednesday, with vehicle access until 21:00 (15:00 on Sunday). Don't arrive before 07:00 — there's no waiting area. All tickets must be bought in advance through FIXR; there's no payment on the gate.
Is the site accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?
Yes: there's a mobility-scooter charging station, a camping area reserved for Blue Badge holders, a shuttle around the campsite, easy-access toilets and showers, and a free land train linking both ends of the town. Bear in mind the campsite is an agricultural field with uneven ground, and the organisers don't provide carer tickets.
How do I get there?
Upton upon Severn is reached by road via Junction 8 of the M5 (Strensham Services, a handy meeting point, is a 10-minute drive away). Once in town, a free land train shuttles visitors from one end to the other.
