Terms and Conditions for Use of the Hidden Beach Love Music Hate Racism Festival Website and Event
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Hidden Beach Love Music Hate Racism Festival Website (“Website”). The Website is operated by The Hidden Beach Organisation CIC (“Promoter”), the organisers of the Hidden Beach Love Music Hate Racism Festival (“Festival”). By using this Website and/or attending the Festival, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions and all applicable laws and regulations.
If you do not agree with these Terms and Conditions, please do not use this Website or attend the Festival.
2. Use of the Website
By accessing and using the Website, you agree to the following terms:
- Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old, or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction, to use this Website. If you are under 18, you may not use this Website without consent from a parent or guardian.
- Account Creation: If you create an account on the Website, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details, including your password.
- Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Website or interfere with others’ use of the Website. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Post or transmit any content that is abusive, defamatory, hateful, or discriminatory.
- Upload malware or engage in any form of hacking or cyberattack.
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations, including those related to privacy, intellectual property, and data protection.
- Content Ownership: All content available on the Website, including text, images, logos, and software, is owned or licensed by the Promoter and is protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission.
- Links to Third-Party Websites: The Website may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for convenience, and the Promoter is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.
3. Tickets and Attendance at the Festival
- Ticket Purchase: Tickets to the Hidden Beach Love Music Hate Racism Festival are available through the Website or other official sales channels. All ticket sales are final, and refunds will not be provided unless the event is cancelled by the Promoter. Refunds will not be given if the Festival is impacted by adverse weather conditions or force majeure events beyond the Promoter’s control.
- Age Restrictions for Specific Events: The Festival is open to all ages; however, some events within the Festival may have age restrictions (e.g., 18+). These age-specific events may include late-night performances, parties, or VIP events. Please check the event details for specific age requirements.
- Event Entry: Admission to the Festival requires a valid ticket. Attendees must present their ticket and, if requested, valid ID at the gate. Failure to present valid documentation may result in denial of entry.
- Conduct at the Festival: Attendees agree to:
- Follow all festival rules and guidelines, including instructions from event staff and security personnel.
- Respect others and refrain from engaging in discriminatory, hateful, or abusive behaviour. The Festival is a celebration of love, music, and inclusivity, and hate speech or racism will not be tolerated.
- Not engage in illegal activities, including drug use or public intoxication.
- Liability and Assumption of Risk: By attending the Festival, you acknowledge that there are inherent risks associated with large events, including the risk of injury, illness, or property damage. You agree to release the event organisers, their affiliates, and all associated parties from any liability to the fullest extent permitted by UK law.
- Refunds and Cancellations: All tickets are non-exchangeable, refundable, or transferable, except as stated under these Terms and Conditions. The Promoter reserves the right to cancel any ticket booking if it reasonably believes the tickets were purchased for resale or using fraudulent means. No refunds will be given in the event of ejection from the Festival due to misconduct.
4. Photography, Filming, and Content Use
- Grant of Licence: By attending the Festival, you grant the Promoter and its affiliates an irrevocable licence to use, reproduce, and publish any photographs, videos, films, or other content taken of you during the Festival for the purpose of promoting the Hidden Beach Love Music Hate Racism Festival, in all media now existing or to be invented, and in any territory the Promoter operates or seeks to operate. This licence is granted in perpetuity.
- Event Participants’ Responsibilities: If you do not wish to be included in any promotional photography or filming, you are responsible for informing the event leaders or staff prior to or during the event and avoiding participation in such activities.
- Ownership of Content: All photographs, videos, and other content created at the Festival are owned by the Promoter, and the Promoter has full rights to use these materials in any promotional or marketing capacity.
5. Prohibited Items and Behaviour
- Security and Searches: All ticket holders and guests must consent to security searches of persons, clothing, bags, and any other items deemed necessary. Failure to comply may result in ejection from the Festival.
- Prohibited Items: The following items are prohibited and may not be brought into the Festival grounds:
- Illegal drugs or controlled substances, including nitrous oxide and “legal highs.”
- Weapons or anything considered a weapon (e.g., knives, firearms, explosives).
- Dangerous or inappropriate items (e.g., fireworks, flares, drones, spray cans).
6. Health and Safety
- General Safety: Attendees must follow safety guidelines and respect “No Smoking” areas as designated at the event. The Festival operates in accordance with all statutory safety regulations and risk assessments.
- Hearing Protection: Loud music can damage hearing. The Promoter recommends ear protection for those sensitive to high-volume sound.
- Weather and Clothing: The Festival is an outdoor event. Please bring appropriate clothing, footwear, and sunscreen. No refunds will be offered due to inclement weather.
- Lost Property: Lost items can be reported to the Festival’s Lost Property Desk. The Promoter is not responsible for the loss or theft of personal items.
7. Access and Special Requirements
The Promoter is committed to ensuring the accessibility of the Festival for all attendees. If you have specific access needs, please notify the Promoter in advance to ensure the necessary accommodations can be arranged.
8. Force Majeure
The Promoter will not be held liable for failure to perform any obligation under these Terms and Conditions due to Force Majeure, including events such as war, natural disasters, terrorism, strikes, pandemics, or government intervention.
9. Amendments
The Promoter reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any updates will be published on the Hidden Beach Music & Wellness Festival website. Directives and announcements made at the Festival also form part of the Terms and Conditions.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
The Hidden Beach Organisation CIC
[email protected]