Kendal Calling
31 Jul 2025 - 3 Aug 2025
Kendal Calling Festival 2025 – A Magical Weekend in the Lake District
From 31st July to 3rd August 2025, Kendal Calling returns to the stunning Lowther Deer Park in Cumbria, celebrating its 20th anniversary! Known as one of the UK’s most beloved boutique festivals, it offers an extraordinary weekend of music, art, and adventure in the heart of the Lake District. The festival’s line-up spans rock, indie, dance, and beyond, making it a must-visit for music lovers.
Kendal Calling isn’t just about the music. It’s also an ideal family-friendly festival, complete with its own dedicated kids’ area, offering activities like circus workshops, storytelling, and morning yoga. The festival’s blend of creative art installations and delicious street food creates an immersive experience for all ages.
With a welcoming atmosphere, picturesque surroundings, and unforgettable performances, Kendal Calling 2025 promises to deliver a truly magical summer weekend. Be sure to secure your tickets soon, as this festival is known to sell out fast every year!
Kendal Calling 2025 Tickets
Accommodation
Camping during the festival is included with the Weekend Festival Ticket purchased here, so all you need is basic camping gear, like a tent, a camping pad and a head torch (so useful in the night). If you don’t want to bring your own tent the festival offers Premium Camping options purchased here
Alternatively, you can book nearby hotels and apartments using the map below or visit booking.com
BY TRAIN
The nearest train station to the festival site is Penrith (also known as Penrith North Lakes) which is a ten minute taxi journey from the site. A special shuttle bus service will run from the station to the festival.
Virgin Trains operate super-fast direct hourly services from Scotland, Birmingham, and London, and from Manchester & North West (with a quick change at Preston or Crewe).
BY SHUTTLE
A return journey to and from Penrith train station running Thursday 27, Friday 28 July and Monday 31 July can be purchased online here
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