The Sidmouth Folk Festival (31st July – 7th August 2026) is one of the UK’s most celebrated and long-established folk events. For a full week each summer, the town comes alive with live music, dance displays, workshops, street performances and a fantastic festival atmosphere.
If you’re planning to attend, choosing the right place to stay can make all the difference to your experience.
Why Accommodation Books Up Quickly
Folk Festival week is one of the busiest times of the year in Sidmouth. Visitors travel from across the UK (and beyond), which means:
- Hotels and guesthouses fill months in advance.
- Parking in town becomes limited.
- Central accommodation can feel busy and congested.
Staying just outside the town gives you more flexibility, more space and a quieter base to return to at the end of a full day.
If you’re attending the festival, we strongly recommend booking your stay early to secure your preferred pitch at Salcombe Regis.
Stay at Salcombe Regis Caravan & Camping Park
Located just outside Sidmouth, Salcombe Regis offers a peaceful coastal setting within easy reach of the festival venues. We offer:
- Spacious touring & motorhome pitches.
- Well-maintained camping pitches.
- Seasonal stay options for longer visits.
In previous years, we have operated a dedicated bus service from the park into Sidmouth during Folk Festival week, helping guests enjoy the event without worrying about parking or driving back late in the evening.
After a lively day of music and dancing, you can return to the calm surroundings of the park and relax.
Make a Week of It
One of the joys of the Sidmouth Folk Festival is that it runs for a full seven days. Many visitors choose to turn it into a longer coastal break.
From Salcombe Regis you have easy access to:
- The Jurassic Coast
- South West Coast Path
Spend your mornings exploring the dramatic East Devon coastline, walking west towards Sidmouth or east towards Beer and Branscombe, before heading into town for afternoon performances and evening concerts.
You’re also within walking distance of The Donkey Sanctuary, making it easy to add in extra days of exploring during your stay.
Avoid the Stress, Enjoy the Festival
Staying just outside Sidmouth means you can:
- Avoid town centre congestion.
- Enjoy easier access in and out.
- Relax in peaceful countryside surroundings.
- Wake up to fresh coastal air.
It gives you the best of both worlds; festival energy during the day, and a tranquil base in the evening.
Book Early for 2026
Sidmouth Folk Festival is one of the most popular weeks of the year for visitors to the area, and pitches at Salcombe Regis are limited.
If you’re planning to attend in 2026, we recommend booking your camping or touring pitch as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, click here to book.
For full programme details and ticket information, visit the official Sidmouth Folk Festival website by clicking here.
We look forward to welcoming you to Salcombe Regis for a memorable Folk Festival week.
