Could Be Real Tribute Festival

We are pleased to announce that Could Be Real WILL return to Walton on Friday 20 June 2025!

Could Be Real Tribute Festival brings the very best tribute acts to Walton Hall and Gardens for a huge, Friday evening, open air concert!

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FAQ’s

Got a question about Could Be Real? Make sure to take a look at our FAQ’s below:

1. What are the opening times?

The festival will open at 3.30pm and finish at 11pm. Last entry to the arena will be at 7pm.

2. Can I leave the event site and then come back (i.e. are there any pass outs)?

There are no pass outs allowed at Could Be Real.

3. How old do I need to be to attend and will I need ID?

This event is for ages 14+ and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. We operate a challenge 25 policy, so we advise bringing ID if you’re lucky enough to look younger than 25.

4. Can I park on site?

There will be limited parking available on site, which you will be able to purchase on site upon arrival. However, we do encourage you to use public transport or local taxi firms where able, as we will have great pick-up and drop off facilities on site too.

5. Is there any camping options for this event?

No, there are no camping available at Walton Hall and Gardens.

6. What do I get with VIP?

VIP tickets include fast track entry, access to the VIP area with extra bars, chill out area and posh loos and Golden Circle access at the front of stage.

7. Do I need to print my tickets out for check in?

Yes you can, or if you prefer, you can save the PDF of your tickets to your phone or download the Skiddle app to save your tickets to your phone’s wallet. #SaveTheTrees

8. Can I bring food/alcohol in with me?

Sadly not, but we do have fully stocked bars and award winning food stalls on site from great local vendors and we cater for vegetarian and vegan customers too.

9. Can I bring a bag?

Yes you can bring a small bag, this will be searched upon entry (we class small bags as no larger than 35cm x 40cm x 19cm). We do not allow large bags in to the event.

10. Are there any lockers on site for my valuables?

Brand new for 2025 – we have partnered with Go Hangers to bring a little extra ease and elegance to this year’s festival.

Go Hangers will be providing:

• Lockers
• Hangers
• Phone charging, power banks and phone cables
• Shoe covers

Forget the last-minute faff and pre-book so you can arrive fully prepped for Daresbury Festival 2025.

11. Can we bring sun cream with us?

Yes, so long as it isn’t in a glass container.

12. Can I bring perfume/deodorant?

Glass bottles and aerosols are banned from the event site, however roll on deodorant is fine.

13. Is there anywhere to charge my phone?

Brand new for 2025 – we have partnered with Go Hangers to bring a little extra ease and elegance to this year’s festival.

Go Hangers will be providing:

• Lockers
• Hangers
• Phone charging, power banks and phone cables
• Shoe covers

Forget the last-minute faff and pre-book so you can arrive fully prepped for Daresbury Festival 2025.

14. Can we bring camping chairs, umbrellas and blankets?

You can bring camping chairs along with you however, these are not permitted into the VIP area. Umbrellas are not allowed. Small blankets are also ok.

Items banned from the festival:

• Aerosols (including deodorant and air horns)
• Alcohol
• Umbrellas (camping chairs and small blankets are ok but will need to be placed out of the dance area.)
• Laser pens
• Animals/pets (with the exception of registered assistance dogs)
• Flags/banners
• Cameras (DSLR etc, compact cameras are fine!)
• Children under 14
• Illegal drugs (including powders, legal highs, poppers, nitrous oxide)
• Glass
• Selfie sticks
• Flag poles
• Masks/face garments (PPE allowed)
• Explosives (inc: blowtorches, flares/smoke bombs, lanterns)
• Firearms, weapons, sharps

PLEASE NOTE: All persons, ticket holders as well as guests, press and media must be searched on entry.