- What time does the festival start on Friday & Saturday?
- A: Both open at 12 midday.
- How do I get my Tickets?
- A: Head Over to our Ticket links
- Which brands of Lager, Cider and Wine are available?
- A: See our Alcohol provider's ('KRO') website
- Will you be doing any day tickets this year?
- A: There will be a limited number of Day tickets.
- Can you have fires on site?
- A: No.
- Where are set times released?
- A: We can't give exact dates we don't wish to disappoint but it will be released before the festival. Lanyards and festival booklets will be on sale at the festival.
- Will there be somewhere I can buy vitals like Tobacco and Toilet Roll?
- A: Yes, an approximate two minute walk from the festival.
- Location?
- A: Southport Rocks is held at Victoria Park, Rotten Row, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 2BZ. The park is a five minute walk from Southport train station and 200 metres from Southport beach.
- Is there a limit on the amount of alcohol I can bring?
- A: Alcohol will be limited to what you can (safely) carry into the festival. However, there are numerous themed bars for you to enjoy.
- Can we take alcohol into the festival?
- A: Yes, see above. Although NO GLASS is allowed on the site whatsoever.
- What's your drug policy?
- A: The festival operates a zero-tolerance to drugs. The laws of the land are as relevant in the festival park as anywhere else.
- Is it safe for kids?
- A: As above, the festival is a safe and family friendly environment. There will be a dedicated area for kids. However, we must be clear, kids remain the responsibility of their parents or guardians and not the festival.
- Will there be bins?
- A: There will be lots of bins in the park and especially within the campsites. Bin bags are also provided to all festival-goers on entry.
- What are bar prices?
- A: Bar prices haven't been confirmed yet for 2011 but as always, we will keep the bar prices lower than other festivals and offer our festival-goers good value and choice.
- What time can I stay at the festival until?
- A: The campsite will close at 2pm on Sunday 10th July 2011.
- Are Caravans/Campervans allowed?
- A: There is a designated area for Caravans and Campervans
- How do I get back and forth to the festival?
- A: There are numerous methods including Car sharing and Trains to Southport Central, then a 5 minute walk!
- Does the weekend pass include Friday night?
- A: Yes, the Full weekend pass includes both nights and camping!
- Can we bring camping stoves?
- A: No
- Where can I watch previous videos from Southport Rocks?
- A: Head over to the about page and see the drop down list.
- Can I bring my own sound system into Southport Rocks?
- A: It is a condition of us gaining our licence no private sound-systems or generators will be allowed onto the festival site.
- Are there any more acts to be announced?
- A: Yes, please keep your eyes peeled – we'd strongly suggest signing up to the newsletter on the front page to be amongst the first in the know.
- Can we have a pass out from the festival if we needed to go off site over the weekend?
- A: There will be a wristband system in place. However, if you lose your wristband you will not be allowed entry back onto the site without proof of purchase. Please bring with you everything you need for the weekend. There will be plenty of food and drink on site so you will not go hungry or thirsty.
- Can I bring a dog?
- A: No dogs are allowed on site except for registered blind dog users only. Evidential proof will be required.
- Will there be security?
- A: We will have security on site 24 hours a day to make sure you are looked after. The security team will be friendly and approachable if anyone does need assistance in some way.
- Will there be toilets on site?
- A: There will be several fixed toilets and numerous portaloos placed around the festival. We ask that you work with us in keeping them clean by not putting anything other than toilet roll down them.
- Can I charge my mobile?
- A: We will be offering a mobile phone charging service – more news on this soon.
- Will there be a dance tent?
- A: Yes. We are hoping there will be a large dance tent, much larger than last year's. We do have certain limitations due to Council set noise levels. However, we are looking at ways we can make it as loud as last year using some interesting technical sciences!
- Is there free water in the Camping areas?
- A: Yes, there will be areas to get fresh water
- Do you have a Southport Rocks play-list?
- A: The Playlists are on our website with the Headlining acts to follow shortly!
- How much are weekend tickets?
- A: £49 Inc. Booking Fee
- Where can I find out about Southport Rocks announcements?
- A: Visit the news section on the website, Sign up to the mailing list, Follow us on Twitter or Join us on Facebook.
- Will there be a cash machine on site?
- A: No, we don't have that facility. However, there is one within a two minute walk.
- Will it cost me to park at Southport Rocks?
- A: To encourage people to share vehicles and reduce the impact on the car park we have a small charge for parking. Each vehicle will need a £5.00 parking ticket which can be purchased on entry to the site car park.
- What time does the campsite open?
- A: The campsite will be open from 2pm on Friday 8th July 2011.
- Can we have a pass out from the festival if we needed to go off site over the weekend?
- A: There will be a wristband system in place. However, if you lose your wristband you will not be allowed entry back onto the site without proof of purchase. Please bring with you everything you need for the weekend. There will be plenty of food and drink on site so you will not go hungry or thirsty.
- Will there be searches on entry?
- A: As part of our licence agreement our security team undertake targeted searches of people they may suspect to have weapons, stolen items or controlled substances. This is done for the safety and protection of all. We will be making sure that the searches are done as unobtrusively as possible and only with due cause.
- Is it family friendly?
- A: The festival is a safe and family friendly festival.
- Will there be lighting in the campsite & in the general area?
- A: There will be general lighting around the campsite to help you find your way around.
- Can we have campfires?
- A: Campfires are prohibited as are BBQs and gas canisters.
- What if I lose something?
- A: Please report to our stewards at Lost and Found at the Info Shed by the entrance to the festival.
"The dealing in or use of illegal drugs is not condoned by SR2011. It is illegal to take, to buy or to sell drugs. Drug enforcement laws are as applicable on site as anywhere else in the country. If you deal in drugs, it is likely that you will be arrested by Merseyside Police. There will be covert police onsite who will take action as appropriate. Neither anti-social nor illegal behaviour will be tolerated and participants will leave themselves liable for eviction from the site.
Experimenting with drugs can lead to adverse reactions. Drugs can kill. The crowds and the size of the Festival can be very frightening and disorientating and taking drugs could spoil your enjoyment of the event. If you do take drugs and you become ill, depressed or frightened please ask a steward or St John's Ambulance 1st Aider to direct you to one of the facilities on site which can help and support you".
In addition, the terms and conditions of entry printed on the back of every ticket state "You may be body searched at the entrance. Persons suspected of carrying items which may be used in an offensive or dangerous manner, or carrying out illegal activities within the arena or other parts of the site may be searched".
