Latitude Festival is one of those magical weekends where music, creativity, and countryside charm all blend together – but if you’re attending with access needs, it helps to know exactly what support is available before you pack your bags.
This is a festival that genuinely cares about the wellbeing of its guests, so I’ve gathered all the key accessibility information and wrapped it up in this practical guide so you can head to Henham Park feeling prepared, confident and ready for a brilliant time.
Applying for Accessibility Support
Before you arrive, you’ll need to complete the festival’s accessibility application. Have your ticket reference and Nimbus Access Card or Digital Access Pass ready, then fill in the online form. You can also ask for a free ticket for an essential companion who will support you during the festival.
The Accessibility Team will review your request and email you to confirm which facilities you can use. It’s a simple process that helps the team tailor support to your needs.
Navigating the Festival Grounds
Latitude Festival is set in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, which means the whole event takes place on natural ground. Most of the site is grassy, with gentle slopes and a few solid pathways and gravel tracks.
If it rains, the terrain can become muddy, so if you use a wheelchair or mobility scooter, choosing one designed for uneven surfaces is a real help. Bringing a tyre repair kit is a smart idea too.
Support for D/deaf Festival‑Goers
I was so happy to see that Latitude offers British Sign Language interpreting for performances when requested in advance. Throughout my time at the festival last year, I noticed countless signed performances at many of the different stages.
Interpreters regularly take to the stage in the comedy tent and the comedians sometimes include them in their sets. The interpreter is also featured on the big screens outside the comedy tent, so you don’t have to be close to the stage to be able to benefit from their signing.
Plus, even the Obelisk Arena offers signing. When I watched Mika and Alison Moyet singing last year, the interpreters were beside the main stage – and they were really going for it, dancing and performing along!
There’s no extra charge for BSL interpreters at the festival, just tick the box on your accessibility application. The interpreting team will get in touch to chat about the shows you’re hoping to see and do their best to cover your chosen acts.
You’ll also find hearing loops at the Accessibility Box Office and information hub.
Accessible Campsite: Your Festival Home Base
The accessible campsite sits close to the arena and has its own entrance. I got the chance to have a look inside the campsite when helping a person with accessibility needs back to their tent one evening and I was so impressed with the set-up.
Facilities include:
- Wheelchair‑friendly toilets and showers
- A Changing Places unit (bring your own sling)
- Charging points for mobility aids and medical equipment
- Lowered sinks and accessible drinking water taps
- Refrigerated storage for medication in both the campsite and the arena.
- A kettle and hot water station
- An accessibility information hub with a dedicated team ready to help with settling in, carrying bags or answering questions.
You’ll be able to drive into the campsite to unload when you arrive (unless the area has reached capacity). There’s also an internal shuttle bus around the site and buggy service to help you get between the car park and the campsite.
Accessible Viewing Areas in the Arena
Latitude offers several viewing options to help you enjoy performances comfortably. I spotted plenty of raised viewing platforms designed for wheelchair users and those who find standing difficult. They include ramped access and seats and are accompanied by wheelchair‑friendly toilets, charging points and drinking water taps.
The ground-level viewing areas are calmer spaces just in front of the raised platforms, separated from the main crowd. They’re mainly standing areas, but a small number of chairs are available. Access is approved when you put in your accessibility application.
Across the arena, you’ll find wheelchair‑friendly and standard toilets and an accessibility information hub. I spotted dedicated lanes and lower serving points for accessibility customers at the main bars and merch stand. This helps reduce queuing time and makes ordering much easier.
Plus, you can always use the charity concierge service (available to all) to order your drinks and have them delivered to you, so you don’t have to lose your spot in the tent.
Sensory Calm Spaces
If you need a quiet moment away from the noise and bustle, there’s a Sensory Calm Tent in the arena. It’s a gentle, low‑stimulus space where you can reset, breathe and take a break before heading back into the fun. There’s also the Mind, Body and Zen zone, where you can find peace in the Mind tent and enjoy wellbeing activities – I listened to poetry and got ‘free hugs’ there last year!
Plus, local charities provide AIR Hubs dotted around the village, offering Assistance, Information and Response. Think of them as friendly bus‑stop‑style shelters where you can pop in for guidance, reassurance or simply a chat with someone kind. They’re staffed by brilliant local charities alongside the festival’s safeguarding and welfare teams.
Located in the Village and open 24 hours, the Welfare Tent offers confidential, compassionate support for all kinds of practical or personal challenges. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, need advice, or are trying to reconnect with a friend, the team here can help.
There’s also a recovery area with mats and sleeping bags for anyone discharged from medical care who needs a quiet place to rest. I’ve previously written about the wellbeing services at Latitude so have a read of that article too.
Physical & Mental Wellbeing at Latitude
Latitude is surprisingly good for the body and soul. You’ll find yourself moving through forests, stretching out on the grass, chilling by the lake, and breathing in that fresh Suffolk air. Even gentle movement, wandering between stages or taking a yoga class, can leave you feeling energised and grounded.
There are plenty of places to rest too: shady woodland spots, hammocks and calm corners where you can stretch, sip water and recharge.
Latitude has a way of soothing the mind. Maybe it’s the creative atmosphere, the laughter drifting from the comedy tent, or the simple joy of being outdoors – but the festival naturally encourages you to slow down and be present. Whether you’re watching the sunset over the lake or enjoying poetry at The Listening Post, Latitude gently nudges you toward moments of calm.
Latitude Festival isn’t just about music and art – it’s about wellbeing, community and creating a space where everyone feels welcome. With thoughtful accessibility features, dedicated support teams, and plenty of calm corners to retreat to, you can enjoy the weekend at your own pace.
If you’ve visited Latitude before or if you’re planning your first trip this year I’d love to hear your experiences. What accessibility features or wellbeing spaces made a difference for you? Share your thoughts in the comments so we can help future festival‑goers feel prepared and supported.
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I attended Latitude festival as a member of the press but was not asked to write this blog post. This piece contains my own opinions and experiences of the festival and I am not responsible for your experience of the event.
