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Families have always been a central consideration when organising Blissfields, this is natural as organisers Paul and Mel are parents as well. The early festivals were notable for many artists having to cope with children cartwheeling around close to the front of the stage during their sets! Although the appreciative crowd has grown and therefore lessend this activity children's enjoyment and welfare are still well looked after.
The open, grass covered Matterley Bowl will be one huge playground for children but we would like to stress that any under 16's are permitted entry only on the understanding that they are accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult. The facilites we provide are not a "drop off creche" area but somewhere for you to join in the activities with your family.

Campsite Family Area:This area close to the car park and wash areas and furthest from the noise of the stage will help you when arriving and when the children are worn out and want to sleep.

Food Stalls: They will be serving quality food but we believe the selection will offer something for even the most fussy eater!

Workshops: There will be varied workshops and activities in the family area including green woodworking, art, drumming and astronomy! As plans become more advanced we will be posting more details on the website, so please check back here.

Family Area: The main constituent of the family area will be Panic Circus who will entertain and excite children of all ages based in their big top. In addition the varied workshops, relevant stalls, cafes and nearby welfare point will complete the area.

Lost Children: We will be running a lost child service in conjunction with Panic Circus and have procedures in place to make sure you are reunited with them as quickly as possible if you do get separated. These will include child wristbands that you will be able to write you mobile number on and nominated CRB checked child stewards.

Panic Circus: Panic Circus are well known in the field of festival fields for their commitment to making FUN for families at all sorts of events.Child centred and people friendly ,they supply a diverse programme of workshops and fun and games for the WHOLE family. Working from their distinctive RedGreenYellow little Bigtop the team can not be missed. Watch the blackboards for each days programme ranging from Circus workshops,Puppet shows,clown
shows,games sessions,bubblefun and more.Each weekend residency culminates in the now legendary "GRAND KIDS CIRCUS SHOW" starring the talents of YOUR children.
Parents please note that while the panic team is committed to making the festival a great experience for you and your children.....we do not run a captive child "creche "children are at all times the responsibility of their parents.www.paniccircus.co.uk

Native Ground - "Natural learning in a real world environment", a mini-tipi village just for children to let their imaginations run free, along with games and activities. www.nativeground.co.uk