Fan Guides
Field notes and practical guides from the tickts desk, filed under fan guides.
How to Find Events Near Me: A UK Guide
The best ways to find events happening near you in the UK, beyond the obvious aggregators: local press, venue mailing lists, council listings, and the underrated corners of social media.
Read the guide →Latest from the desk
222 guidesFestival Camping Checklist for UK Events
A practical packing list for camping at UK festivals, plus what to leave at home and how to set yourself up for a comfortable…
How to Plan a Family Day Out at a Festival
Festivals are doable with kids if you plan around their day, not yours.
Apple Wallet and Google Wallet for Event Tickets: UK Guide
A complete guide to using Apple Wallet and Google Wallet for UK event tickets: how passes work, what lock-screen integration does, common questions…
How to Plan Travel to UK Music Festivals
Getting to a UK music festival takes more planning than you might expect.
How to Use Trains to Get to Events Across the UK
Trains connect every major UK venue to the rest of the country.
How to Plan a Road Trip Around UK Music Events
Combining multiple gigs and festivals into a road trip is one of the best ways to experience UK live music.
Guide to Camping at UK Festivals for Beginners
Camping at a festival for the first time can feel daunting. This guide covers everything from choosing a tent to surviving the weather…
Guide to Glamping Options at UK Festivals
Glamping combines the festival experience with proper beds, shelter, and sometimes even electricity.
Guide to Cycling to Events in UK Cities
Cycling to events in UK cities avoids traffic, parking costs, and crowded public transport.
How to Build a Concert Bucket List for the UK
From legendary venues to once-in-a-lifetime shows, building a concert bucket list gives your gig-going real purpose.
What to Wear to a Gig in the UK - Complete Guide
Practical advice on what to wear to gigs in the UK, covering standing shows, seated venues, outdoor festivals, and everything in between.