Y Not Festival 2025 Preview: The Prodigy, Courteeners & Madness at Pikehall, Derbyshire

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Get ready: Y Not Festival 2025 returns to Pikehall, Derbyshire from Thursday 31st July to Sunday 3rd August - a long weekend packed with indie, rock, electronic and emerging acts in the heart of the Peak District.

Headliners You Can’t Miss

This year’s festival lineup features UK favourites The Prodigy, Courteeners, Madness and The Wombats, each delivering headline sets across the long weekend.

Other highlights include Primal Scream, Franz Ferdinand, Sigrid, The Last Dinner Party, Shed Seven, Maxïmo Park and over 160 more artists across multiple stages.

What to Expect at Y Not

Expect a boutique festival atmosphere with real ale, local food vendors, art installations, pop-up theatre, family-friendly zones and a legendary silent disco under the stars - Y Not isn’t just about music, it’s a full immersive experience.

Insider Tips & Logistics

• Tickets: Officially sold out, but limited resale options and a waitlist are available via the festival site.

• Camping & Travel: Located at Green View Farm, Pikehall DE4 2PG. Arrival peaks Thursday 12pm - 3pm and Friday 9am - 2pm. Follow traffic signage as SATNAV may be unreliable due to event-related road closures.

• Festival App: Download the official Y Not app to see site maps, plan your schedule, access real-time updates and stage line-ups.

Why Y Not 2025 Should Be on Your Radar

• Intimate indie music festival with big names: a rare combo of household headliners and fresh new acts.

• Peak District setting: scenic surroundings make it one of the UK’s most picturesque festival destinations.

• Community vibe: arts, comedy and family spaces make it inclusive and vibrant.