Play Fest


Play Fest is an annual independent music festival that takes place at New Eccles Hall, Quidenham, Norfolk, England. It was first held in May 2011.
Play Fest consists of a comprehensive bill of musicians, bands and artists across various stages. The genres of music on offer are largely rock, indie and dance. It has an annual attendance of around 4,000, which the organisers have expressed an interest in increasing as the festival grows larger with time.

Play Fest 2011

Play Fest 2011 took place on 27–29 May 2011. Over 2,500 people attended. Tickets cost £70 for the weekend. The festival was short-listed for the 'Best New Festival' award at the UK Festival Awards 2011.

Play Fest 2012

Play Fest 2012 took place on 1–3 June 2012. Over 4,000 people attended. Tickets cost £80 for the weekend.
Artists who performed on the Friday of the festival included The Kabeedies, Crumbs for Comfort, Hemingway, Empire, DJ@WAR and DJ Andy H.