SAFETY, WELFARE & FACILITIES

We want everyone to feel safe at We Out Here, to look after themselves and each other.

By attending this festival you are joining our worldwide family. We welcome you with open arms.

This is a space for joy and togetherness: love each other, respect each other and watch out for those around you.

Also, be conscious: we ask for respect, patience and empathy for how those around us feel.  Festivals are incredible, multisensory celebrations, that could at times feel overwhelming for some.

Please keep an eye out for your fellow festival-goers, take things at your own pace, and get to know the numerous facilities and implement policies we have on-site to ensure safety and promote welfare.

Anti-Social Behaviour and Crime

If at any point you are concerned about anything at We Out Here, witness, or are victim to a crime or antisocial behaviour, it is important that you report it immediately to festival staff or security. We are here to help. In all instances, the more information you can give us, the better.

Please do not call 999 directly – our internal emergency fire, medical and security teams will be able to respond much quicker. In the very rare cases that we might need assistance from local emergency services, we have direct links to ensure effective coordination of response, so it is always better for any 999 communication to come via the festival team.

Challenge 25

The outlets for alcohol sales on site are all managed by experienced staff that are aware of the necessity to sell alcohol responsibly.

All bars will look for wristbands when selling alcohol and not sell to anyone wearing an under 18 wristband. However, they will not rely on wristbands alone to determine the age of someone.

A ‘Challenge 25’ system will be in place and bar staff will ask for photo ID for anyone looking under 25 to back up the wristband system.

Info Point

The Info Point is next to Medical and Welfare, open Thursday – Sunday. The timings are:

Thursday – 13:00 – 21:00
Friday – 10:00 – 21:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 21:00
Sunday – 10:00 – 21:00

The team is a fountain of knowledge for all things line up, activities and tips, and can point you in the right direction if you are looking for something or someone.

This is also a place you can share your feedback thoroughout the festival, so that we can improve the guest experience as much as possible.

Use the Info Point as a meeting point in case you get separated from your group.

If you have lost or found something, head to the Info Point where they will be looking after all lost property.

Any lost property that hasn’t been collected by 22:00 on Sunday 18th will be moved to the campsite hub for collection on Monday 19th.

Lost or Missing Persons

If at any stage throughout the festival, you lose your child or friends,  speak to a member of security or head to the Welfare Tent where they will be able to help reunite you with your loved ones.

If you find a lost child or vulnerable person, please take them straight to a security guard or the Welfare Tent where they can be reunited with their family.

Lost Property

Any found items will be handed into the Info Point and available to collect until 22:00 on Sunday 18th, after which it will be moved to the campsite hub for collection on Monday 14th until 12:00.

Any items not claimed before close at 12:00 will be available to redeem by emailing info@weoutherefestival.com within 14 days of the event.

Whilst We Out Here Limited endeavours the safe keeping of any lost property item(s), we hold no responsibility for any loss or damage to the item(s).

Medical

We have a 24-hour fully equipped Medical centre with an experienced and qualified team based in the main festival arena. This will be clearly labelled with signage and on our festival map. Get to know the location of Medical once you arrive on-site.

This is a separate space to Welfare (see next point down), and a dedicated space for any specific medical issues.

If you’re feeling unwell, or have taken a tumble, pop in and the team will be happy to help.

Welfare

Our Welfare tent is be available for all customers, 24 hours between the event open and close. Our trained welfare team are happy to help with any issues from providing suncream and a cup of tea to aiding in finding your lost child, and have a huge amount of experience in dealing with a wide range of issues. It is located next to the Medical Tent and will be clearly signposted, and listed on our festival map.

Whilst the site offers plenty of open spaces, it is important to note that crowds may build up in certain areas. For those with mental health, emotional or sensory issues, the sounds, lights, smells and crowds of a festival have the potential to be difficult.

All our welfare staff are there to offer you a safe haven when needed, bring good vibes, and make sure you are back enjoying the festival in no time. Use them.

Safer Spaces

By attending We Out Here you are joining our worldwide family.

It is so important to us as a festival, that everyone who joins us this week feels part our community and feels comfortable in all aspects of the event.

To achieve a truly inclusive festival and community, we work hard to deliver and promote respect, patience, and empathy for all and take into consideration the needs and feelings of all festival goers and staff. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse or harassment of all kinds and are particularly focussed on preventing sexual violence and harassment and all violence against women and non-binary people.

We pride ourselves on creating an environment where everyone with a passion for incredible music and club culture can belong, and we ask you to extend that to your fellow festival-goer.

Look out for one another, don’t be a passive bystander and help us make We Out Here a safe, positive & supportive community.

The safety and wellbeing of our guests has always been a top priority, and if at any point you feel unsafe, uncomfortable, unhappy or stressed in a situation, our team is fully trained to support you. We have undergone training with Safer Spaces to identify & respond to Sexual Violence and Harassment and we encourage you to reach out to a member of staff should you need support or safety or if you want to make a report to the police.

Likewise, if you see anyone in discomfort, please alert a member of staff and we can assist.

We strive to deliver a person led and consent-based approach to the support we provide and this will determine how we respond to different incidents. Behaviour we deem as disrespectful or disruptive to this community will result in: education, eviction or police involvement, dependent on the nature of the incident, but more importantly on the wishes and needs of the person that has experienced harm.

Behaviours include:

  • Unwanted physical contact and advances
  • Verbal or physical harassment
  • Physical, mental or emotional abuse

Our Welfare Tent is available for anyone in need of a space to sit, talk, or take a time out, signposted and located in the Main Arena next to Medical.

The ‘Ask for Angela’ scheme is also operational in all of our bars. This means that you can approach any member of the bar staff if you are made to feel unsafe or uncomfortable and ‘Ask for Angela’ and the bar staff will know to support you to get out of the situation and offer ongoing resources until you feel safe. This could be calling for security, if you identify someone out that has caused you harm or made you feel unsafe, or supporting you to access a safe space and a member of our welfare and safeguarding team.

You are never alone at We Out Here, our team is here to provide you the safety and support you need at any point during the show, and we ask that you be part of the solution by being active & pro-social bystanders.

Together we will ensure that every person feels comfortable and safe to enjoy the festival.

If you have any questions please feel free to email us info@weoutherefestival.com.

Smoking

No smoking or vaping inside any structure onsite is allowed.

This is including but not limited to marquees, big tops and stretch tents.

Teen and Child Safety

We Out Here is a festival for all the family. We have several provisions in place to ensure safety for all ages, in particular for those under 18.

Under 18s will have wristbands that distinguish them from adults.

Under 18s tickets are sold at a different price structure for:

  • Teens aged 15–17
  • Children aged 14 and under are admitted free of charge but still must have a booked ticket.

Adults responsible for teens are encouraged to monitor them closely. Adults responsible for children are required to accompany them at all times. 

Any Children (14 and under) enjoying the Family Area should be supervised by their designated responsible adult. This area is not designed as a crèche or child-minding service. Teens (Aged 15+) may participate in activities for teens without a responsible adult present unless the activity/workshop leader requires adult supervision.

Big crowds can be overwhelming for children if they get separated from you. Make sure your children know what to do if they get lost – speak to a member of staff in the Family Area, Welfare Tent, or any member of security. Make sure your child has your phone number on them so that we can contact you as soon as they are in our care.

We provide white wristbands on arrival for all children, on which you can write your phone number to help us contact you if your child comes into our care.

Found children and vulnerable adults will be taken straight to the Welfare Tent where the team are trained in safeguarding (all will have been recently DBS checked) and can offer a safe place for under 18s and vulnerable persons to be cared for.

The welfare team can also offer helpful information on request about issues such as protection of children’s hearing, keeping your child safe at the event and other useful guidance if you are unsure of anything.

All bars operate the Challenge 25 Policy.

Top Tips

  • Don’t be afraid to use our facilities – our welfare team are there to help, however big or small the issue.
  • Don’t be afraid to talk to our staff if you feel unsafe – see our advice on reporting crime or antisocial behaviour further down in this section.
  • Get to know your campsite neighbours. Look out for each other.
  • Leave your car glove box empty and open to deter thieves.
  • Make sure you wear suncream and keep hydrated.
  • Choose a meeting point for you and your friends to meet in case you lose each other. The Info Point is a good place for this.
  • Keep an eye on your friends and family.
  • The festival is generally well-lit at night, but some areas can be darker than others. Keep a torch on you.
  • Don’t leave your drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers.
  • Leave your valuables at home or in our lockers. Not in your tent. Or in your car.
  • Don’t make it easy for thieves to find your belongings – spread your valuables out rather than keeping them in one bag / pocket.
  • Don’t carry large amounts of cash. Cash machines are available and bars / traders accept card payments.

Zero Tolerance

The festival does not condone the use or sale of controlled or illegal substances.

Anyone found to be in breach of this policy will be dealt with as per the Terms and Conditions of Entry.

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