HIDDEN BEACH LMHR MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025 – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

EVENT TIMES & SCHEDULE

When is the festival?
August 8-10, 2025. The festival runs across multiple venues in Hastings with different events:

Friday August 8th – Love Disco: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM (18+ only)

Saturday August 9th – Main Festival at The Oval: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (All ages welcome) – Aba Shanti Sound System at Horntye Park: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM (18+ only) – Poetic Funk After Party at Printworks Hastings: 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM (18+ only)

Sunday August 10th – The Hidden Beach LMHR at Bottle Alley: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (All ages welcome, Free Entry)

TICKETS & ENTRY

How much are tickets? –
Friday August 8th Love Disco (18+): £10 – Saturday August 9th Main Festival at The Oval: £10 – Saturday August 9th Aba Shanti (18+): £15 – Saturday August 9th Poetic Funk After Party (18+): £10 – Sunday August 10th at Bottle Alley: Free Entry – Under 16s: Free entry to all-age events when accompanied by a paying adult

Are there age restrictions? Yes, age restrictions vary by event: – Friday August 8th Love Disco: 18+ only – Saturday August 9th Main Festival at The Oval: All ages welcome – Saturday August 9th Aba Shanti: 18+ only – Saturday August 9th Poetic Funk After Party: 18+ only – Sunday August 10th at Bottle Alley: All ages welcome

What’s included in my ticket?

Saturday August 9th Main Festival at The Oval: – Live music performances – Wellness activities – Children’s zones – Workshop areas – Sound healing sessions – Motivational speakers

Saturday August 9th Aba Shanti Sound System: – Entry to Horntye Park venue – Full sound system experience – Caribbean food available – Bar facilities available

Saturday August 9th Poetic Funk After Party: – Entry to Printworks venue – DJ sets from Poetic Funk – Bar facilities available

Friday August 8th Love Disco: – Entry to venue – DJ performances – Bar facilities available

Sunday August 10th at Bottle Alley: – Free entry – Acoustic performances – Family-friendly environment

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

What performances are scheduled? For the latest information about live music performances and artists, please visit the What’s On page on our website.

Is there a children’s area? Yes, we have dedicated children’s zones at all-age events featuring: – Age-appropriate activities – Family wellness sessions – Art and craft activities – Music workshops – Storytelling sessions

WELLNESS ZONE

What wellness activities are available?
Main Tent Schedule: – Morning Yoga – Meditation Sessions – Sound Bath Experiences – Dance Movement Classes – Sunset Yoga – Group Sound Healing

Workshop Corner: – Music & Mindfulness – Express Yourself Dance – Stress-Relief Through Rhythm – Ongoing relaxation activities

FACILITIES & SERVICES

Is there an information point?
Yes, the Event HQ tent near the main entrance serves as our information point and customer service center.

How do I contact the festival team? –
Email: [email protected] – During the festival: Visit the Event HQ tent – Emergency contact during event: 07729793487 (Simon Hester)

What facilities are available? –
Food and drink vendors – First aid facilities – Information points – Wellness areas – Children’s zones (at all-age events) – Rest areas

Can I bring my own food and drinks?
No, outside food and drinks are not permitted. There will be a variety of food and drink vendors on-site offering refreshments throughout the event.

ACCESSIBILITY

Is the festival accessible?

The Oval (Main Festival Site): – Main entrance: South side of The Oval – Adjacent to Falaise Road car park (5 Blue Badge spaces available) – Ground is grass with some uneven areas – No tarmac paths or paving on site – Accessible toilets near site entrance – Seating available (hay bales) – Permitted to bring folding chairs for those with mobility impairments – Multiple viewing locations available on grass – First aid point located next to Event HQ at main entrance

Personal Assistance: – Free Personal Assistant (PA) tickets available – Must provide supporting documentation: • PIP front page • DLA front page • Deaf or Blind Registration • CredAbility Access Card – Email proof to: [email protected] – Re-entry permitted with PA (inform stewards)

For specific accessibility requirements at any of our venues (The Oval, Horntye Park, Printworks, or Bottle Alley), or for any additional accessibility queries, please contact us at [email protected]. We’re happy to discuss your individual needs and ensure you can enjoy the festival safely and comfortably.

SAFETY & SECURITY

What security measures are in place? –
Professional security team – First aid facilities – Radio communication system – Clear emergency procedures – Trained stewards throughout venues – Central Event HQ for incident reporting

Is there first aid available?
Yes, the main first aid point is located next to Event HQ, next to the entrance to the festival site at The Oval. Medical staff will be on-site throughout the event.

What happens if there are safety concerns?
If the event is deemed unsafe due to weather conditions or other circumstances, it will be postponed. The safety of our attendees is our top priority. Updates will be communicated via email and our social media channels.

TRANSPORT & ACCESS

How do I get to Horntye Park (Aba Shanti Event)?
Address: Bohemia Road, Hastings, TN34 1EX

By Train: – Nearest station: Hastings (0.6 miles) – 12-minute walk from Hastings Station – Exit station and turn right onto Station Approach – Continue onto Devonshire Road – Turn left onto Bohemia Road – Horntye Park will be on your right

By Bus: – Nearest bus stop: Bohemia Road – Served by local bus routes 20, 21, 22, 23, 28 – Get off at Bohemia Road stop – Short walk to venue

By Car: From A21: – Follow A21 to Hastings – At Bohemia Road junction, turn onto Bohemia Road – Horntye Park is located on Bohemia Road

From Seafront: – Head north on Harold Place – Continue onto Havelock Road – Turn left onto Priory Street – Turn right onto Bohemia Road – Destination will be on your right

Parking: – On-site parking available – Additional parking at Horntye Park Sports Complex – Local street parking (please check restrictions)

Walking from Town Centre: – From Wellington Place (town centre) – Head north up Cambridge Road – Turn right onto Priory Street – Turn left onto Bohemia Road – 15-20 minute walk

Taxi: – Local taxi ranks at Hastings Station and town centre – Journey time approximately 5 minutes from town centre – Recommended taxi companies: • 247 Taxis: 01424 247247 • Carmiles: 01424 441234

Note: For the Aba Shanti event, please arrive early to allow time for entry. Doors open at 7:00 PM.

Is there parking available? Multiple public car parks are available near all venues. For detailed parking information and rates, visit the Hastings Borough Council parking website.

Note: This FAQ will be updated regularly as more details are confirmed. For any questions not covered here, please email [email protected]