A GUIDE TO HELP ANSWER ALL OF YOUR QUERIES
Bournemouth 7s accepts the following forms of ID:
You must bring the physical copy of your ID. We do not accept photocopies or pictures of ID.
We operate a Challenge 25 Policy across all our bars so if you are lucky enough to look Under 25, then be prepared to prove your age.
If you have purchased a student ticket you will need a valid NUS, TOTUM or University/ College Card. Student ID must be valid with a clear photo and expiry date.
You must also bring a form of accepted ID to prove your age upon arrival. Bournemouth 7s accepts the following forms of ID:
You must bring the physical copy of your ID. We do not accept photocopies or pictures of ID.
We operate a Challenge 25 Policy across all our bars so if you are lucky enough to look Under 25, then be prepared to prove you are Over 18 when required.
We do NOT accept UNIDAYS or similar student apps as a form of student ID.
Last Entry Times:
B7s also operate a NO re-entry policy after 6pm. General ticket holders cannot exit and re-enter the Festival after this time.
Yes.
Under 18s must follow and adhere to the following restrictions:
Yes, but you MUST use the designated customer car park (not our pickup and drop off area) and arrive before Midday on Saturday 25th or Sunday 26th May.
Anyone attempting to park on the public highway or in the festival's drop off area will be refused entry to the festival and your car may be towed.
You are more than welcome to bring food that doesn’t require cooking.
Soft drinks are permitted however they MUST be sealed when entering the festival. If they are not sealed, the items will be confiscated by security upon entry.
Yes, in essence but only until 6pm. Festival guests over the age of 18 can leave and re-enter freely up until 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Any festival guests under 18 will not be permitted to come and go freely between the 1pm entry and 6pm leaving cut off times.
Late Entry Passes will be issued from the Info Point located near the main entrance to PLAYERS WHOSE MATCHES END AFTER 4PM ONLY. Late Entry Passes are for teams only and won’t be issued for General Admission ticket holders. Players wishing to enter site after 6pm must provide proof of local accommodation.
You can buy car parking tickets here.
Bournemouth 7s Festival is held at:
BU Sports Campus,
Chapel Gate,
Christchurch,
BH23 6BL
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Friday 24th May (exclusively for Players and Campers):
Midday – Midnight
Please note you can start queuing from 10am on the Friday, however the gates and Festival Campsite will open at midday.
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May:
8am – 1am
Last Entry Times:
B7s also operate a NO re-entry policy after 6pm. General ticket holders cannot exit and re-enter the festival after this time.
We've teamed up with Lifesaver Power to keep your phones powered across the weekend.
Pre-sale is now OPEN to secure your power banks, pick it up from one of the machines on site and get UNLIMITED SWAPS for the whole festival.
Book your power bank here: bit.ly/7sPower
We accept card across all bars. Most bars within the Main Arena will accept card, contactless and cash payments however not all food traders will accept card.
Bournemouth 7s Festival will have dedicated areas with a welfare team throughout the weekend, where your physical and mental wellbeing come first. We want everyone to feel safe at B7s, providing a safe space for anyone who needs some time out.
There are drinking water points located across the festival site which are free to use and there to keep you hydrated over the weekend.
Free drinking water is also available from all our festival bars, just ask any member of our bars team.
The following items are NOT allowed into the Festival, all of which will be removed and seized during the security searches upon arrival.
Bournemouth 7s operates a zero tolerance drugs policy. If you are caught with drugs upon entry, you will not be able to enter the festival and your ticket/wristband will be void.
We are proud to offer a complimentary ticket for all Carers and Personal Assistants (PAs).
For more information on how to request this, as well as site access and accessible parking, please head to our Commitments Page.
All tickets are issued prior to the Festival. We offer two types of ticket - Team Tickets are for those who are playing sport at the festival and General Admission Tickets are for festival goers.
Team Tickets – All Team Tickets will be emailed to the team captain in early May. All tickets, including both your initial entry and upgrades, will be issued to the individual who made the purchase. Tickets can be scanned either using a paper or electronic version.
General Admission Tickets – All general admission tickets are emailed directly to the purchaser and nominated ticket holders at the point of purchase. Please make sure to bring your e-ticket with you either electronically or as a printed copy.
NO TICKET = NO ENTRY
For the first time ever, we are offering interest-free payment plans for both Team Tickets and General Admission Tickets!
Team Tickets – Make the most of Klarna’s Pay-in-3 at the checkout and secure your Team Entry for as little as £20 a month, with 3 interest-free payments.
General Admission – We've teamed up with PayPal to bring you "Pay in 3", an easy and affordable way to split your payments into three instalments, so you can enjoy all the festival fun without breaking the bank.
You are NOT allowed to give your wristband to anyone else. Wristbands are not transferable between people and are void if cut, removed, or tampered with. You and the individual who has been given the wristband will be removed from the festival.
All tickets must be exchanged for a wristband on first entry.
The Festival operates a ‘No Refund' policy across all Team Entry Packages and General Admission Tickets.
More details about our refund policy can be found in our Terms and Conditions.
In the unlikely event that the festival is cancelled, including if due to COVID-19, tickets will automatically be rolled over to the next available dates. There will also be a refund period which will be advertised widely; during this period full refunds can be applied for.
Our official partner, TicketSwap provide a safe and easy place for you sell your general admission ticket to another fan.
You can resell your Bournemouth 7s Festival ticket with TicketSwap, here.
Please note that players tickets CANNOT be sold on resale platforms as they are specific to the sport and the team. You will need to sell it directly to somebody who would like to take your place on your team.
Head to the Fixr ticketing website or app, where you will be able to 'transfer' your ticket directly to your friend.
The name on the ticket must match the name of the ticket holder.
The purchaser of your tickets will be able to 'transfer' your ticket directly to you via the FIXR ticketing website or app.
As part of the B7s continued greener festival initiative we encourage all attendees to use the Shuttle buses from across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.
Shuttle buses are available to pre-book (cheaper) with routes available from across the local area. Full timetables and booking links will be shared closer to the festival.
If travelling by car or minibus, please arrive at the B7s Official Car Park which is located within the field opposite Bournemouth Airport Runway on Parley Green Lane. Please note that NO coaches or camper vans are permitted.
Purchase car parking tickets HERE.
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We have partnered with United Taxis to give B7s customers discounted rates going to and from the Festival – Download their app here for the best rates.
We have a dedicated area if you are being dropped off by friends or family. This is located within the Bournemouth Uni Sports Campus Main Entrance on the left-hand side. Please follow the relevant signage to the PUDO area.
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The earlier the better!! Come and make the most of what the Festival has to offer and join everyone in watching the amazing sport being played.
BUSIEST QUEUING TIMES:
Friday between 4pm – 7pm
Saturday and Sunday between 3pm – 6pm
We would highly recommend avoiding these times as it’s likely that they’ll be a longer waiting time despite our teams’ best efforts.
Please note: You will be searched upon entering the festival and anyone may be subjected to additional searches if our security deems it necessary.
Please plan ahead and arrive in good time to have the best possible experience.
Opens: Friday 24th May from Midday
Closes: Monday 27th May at Midday
Please note you can start queuing from 10am on the Friday however gates will open the same time as the Campsite (Midday).
As always, the earlier you arrive the better chance you get at securing the best spots in the Campsite, avoiding those early morning walks across the campsite.
Everything is within close proximity including Toilets, Showers, Food, Shops and Bars. We do strongly advise turning up as early as possible once our gates open to ensure you have plenty of time to unpack, get set-up and grab a drink!
Our exclusive Glamping packages provide B7s fans with luxurious accommodation and services on site.
A separate Glamping area awaits with an abundance of luxury shower and toilet facilities. All our Glamping tents come pre-erected set up waiting for you to arrive.
All the Spacious Bell tents come fitted with up to 5 single blow-up beds, pillows, duvets, bedding, interior carpet, a small table, and exterior lights. Just a short distance from your B7s home is various charging facilities and a vanity area with mirrors and hair dryers to make sure you’re looking your very best for the evening celebrations.
This area has its own 24-hour security along with an onsite campsite management team to answer any questions you may have.
Our Women's Only camping will return for 2024! Offering a private and safe environment for those women who want to be part of the festival atmosphere but have their own space over the weekend.
The Women Only camping area also offers the following: a secluded fenced off area within the main campsite, private toilets & showers and 24-hour security. However, this area is available on a first come first serve basis and cannot be pre-booked.
Access to the whole campsite is strictly for Over 18s only. Anyone who is under the age of 18 will not be permitted to enter the campsite at any time.
You are not permitted to bring alcohol into the Festival, including the Campsite.
However, fear not! There will be plenty of bars at the Festival where you can enjoy a drink! You can purchase alcohol from the Main Festival Arena and take it into the campsite.