Bloodstock Open Air is a renowned brand in the world of heavy metal music festivals. Founded in 2001, it has become one of the most anticipated events for metal enthusiasts from all around the globe. The festival is held annually in the picturesque grounds of Catton Park, Derbyshire, England, offering a unique blend of live music, camping, and a vibrant atmosphere. Bloodstock Open Air has gained a reputation for showcasing a diverse lineup of both established and emerging metal acts, making it a must-attend event for fans of all subgenres within the metal community. With its commitment to providing top-notch security, clean facilities, and a well-organized experience, Bloodstock Open Air continues to create unforgettable memories for metalheads who flock to the festival year after year.
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- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Reviews
Brilliant atmosphere, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Plenty of food and drink stalls, free water stands, merch stalls and entertainment. A great 3 day event.
Best Metal + Hard Rock festival in the U.K. Situated in a very nice rural location, ran mostly by the same family. Have been attending regularly since 2011. Never had a bad experience, ever. Love it! 5/5.
This is one of the friendliest and greatest metal venues in the world. 3-4 stages, so you won't miss much music. Over 3 days of music. Beer prices are not outrageous, unlike other festivals. Variety of food stalls, though Vegan and …
Such a beautiful and friendly festival for metallers of all ages. It’s relatively small size affords convenience and intimacy that can’t be found at other festivals, yet amazing acts with world class sound and stage tech.
4 pint flagons of cider for 20 quid, bar at each tent for convenient bevs.
Great metal festival. Opens on the Thurs til the Sunday night. Not commercial, freindly people and not too expensive Good variety of bands and the New Blood stage is good for bands who have won their place from around the country.
This year was my first time attending the festival, it was a perfect mix of chaos and peace, with young groups having a right old knees up and family groups have designated spaces in which to chill at night without fear of interruption in …
First time here, and first at a festival in about 20 years.
Getting from car park to camping isn't that far, but it's a struggle over uneven ground, so plan well. …
Best festival atmosphere I've had ever. Only did the Saturday but loved it so much I'll be doing the weekend next year. Highly recommended if your into metal music. Food stalls were awesome and lemmy's bar served lovely cold motorhead …
Is the best metal festival out there new staff working there friendly helpful. Access ability campsite people always friendly great atmosphere and the people doing one of the worst jobs keep the toilets clean 24-hours a day deserve praise as well. As always great bands on stage making it a great weekend
A small independent heavy metal music festival which is very family friendly, located in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside. Very friendly fans, and no crime that I know of when I went there last week, 11-14 August 2022.
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