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The innocent village fete FAQ's

The innocent village fete FAFQ*'s

*frequently asked fete questions

When is it?
2nd - 3rd August 2008

Where is it?
Gloucester Green (north-east corner of Regent's Park, London).
Here's a printable map.

What time is it?
11am to 7pm on both days


How do I get there?
Buses: C2, 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 82, 113, 139, 274, 453, 189.

Tube: Why not stretch your legs and walk from these stations:

  • 5 minutes walk from Camden Town (Northern Line).
  • 12 minutes walk from Great Portland Street (Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines)
  • 14 minutes walk from Regent's Park (Bakerloo Line).
  • 19 minutes walk from Baker Street (Jubilee, Bakerloo, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines).
  • 22 minutes walk from St John's Wood (Jubilee Line).
  • 23 minutes walk from Marylebone (Bakerloo Line & National Rail).
  • * Please note the Circle Line is closed this weekend.

    Bicycle: Find a bicycle, repair punctures, a lock and ride to the park. It's the quickest and the most convenient way to get to the fete. We're providing lots of bike racks at the fete so don't worry about having to tie yours to a lamp post. Plus there will be a free Dr Bike to check over your bike whilst you are off enjoying the fete. All of this has been provided by Transport for London to encourage active travel to our fete.

    Choose your route: Find the quickest way using Transport for London's great cycle journey planner. Or choose the best route for you on quiet ways, greenways or the most direct route by ordering one of the TfL's free cycling maps.

    Walk: Two feet can be quicker and easier than you think. To find the quickest route on foot go to www.tfl.gov.uk/walkingjourneyplanner.

    Car: There is very limited parking at Regent's Park so we advise against driving.

    Will there be food and drink available?
    There'll be lots of posh food and drink for sale. You'll find a farmers market, gourmet burgers, homemade hummus and loads of other stuff to top up your picnic. If you fancy a pint of real ale or some other refreshment, there'll be plenty of bars, and the Pimms bus. And yes, there will be lots of smoothies.

    Glass
    For health and safety reasons, glass isn't allowed into the fete.

    Will there be baby changing facilities?
    Yes as well as dedicated children’s toilets.

    Can I come in and out of the fete?
    Sadly once you've left you won't be able to get back in.

    Are there concessions tickets for OAPs or students?
    Sorry, no. We're jealous enough that you get to watch Countdown everyday, let alone get cheap fete tickets as well.

    Will there be recycling facilities
    We will be providing masses of recycling points on site so that as much waste as possible gets another chance to be made into something nice.

    What else should I bring?
    Sun cream
    A picnic blanket to lie on
    Your friends/family/person you are trying to kiss.

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