Organisers Seek Approval for Three-Day Music Festival in Chelmsford, Essex

Far and Beyond, the organisers behind major UK festivals like Download and Creamfields, have submitted a request to Chelmsford City Council for a premises licence to hold a three-day music festival at Hylands Park from September 5 to September 7, 2025. The proposed event will feature a large stage and a smaller stage, with plans for four bars and various concession stands. They aim to offer live music on Friday evening and throughout Saturday and Sunday, with alcohol sales permitted until 11pm on all three days. This festival would follow a confirmed country music festival at the same venue in August 2025, marking a return of major events to Hylands Park after a two-year hiatus. Far and Beyond has a strong track record in festival management, having recently been involved in significant investments into Creamfields. If approved, this festival could rejuvenate the local event landscape in Chelmsford.