Event host, stage host, voiceover and freelance radio presenter, Darren Lethem is a Hull lad, born and bred, and has worked on local radio since 1997.
He is now one of the most recognisable voices on radio, and faces on stage across East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire.
Darren will be welcoming everyone to Ferriby Festival and keeping you all entertained throughout the day!
Mainstage
Forever Elton is one of the UK's premier tribute acts, performing a 5 STAR reviewed stunning homage to Elton John.
Headed by multi-award winning composer & musician, Phil Mountford, and backed by a dedicated, multi-talented band, who between them have performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, ensuring a high level of musicianship and creativity.
Prepare to be entertained with iconic hits such as Rocket Man, Your Song, Crocodile Rock and many more.
Mainstage
8:30-10:00PM
The Official UK No.1 Winner of The National Tribute Music Awards 2016.
Now in their 15th Year of touring, "Rule The World" have been recognised as the Number 1 Take That Tribute act in the world. Recently appearing alongside Nicole Kidman, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters and Take That on The Graham Norton Show, even Gary Barlow himself finds likeness in the band.
Come and celebrate "these days" by watching Rule The World "Shine" in North Ferriby this May!
Mainstage
7:00-8:15PM
Village favourites, the four piece rock 'n pop covers band, playing out old & new songs that you know & love with the odd surprise thrown in for fun.
Mainstage
6:00-6:45PM
A fantastic tribute band, playing all your Beatles favourites.
Playing all the hits:
Hard Days Night
Penny Lane
Yellow Submarine
I want to hold your hand
Drive my Car
Twist and Shout
Hey Jude
You don't want to miss this!
5:00-5:45PM
Diddie Hair is an exceptionally talented singer-songwriter whose self penned "pop music" has been captivating audiences everywhere.
Taking musical inspiration from the likes of Elton John, Ed Sheeran & Dean Lewis, Diddie's self penned discography showcases his ability to turn life's ordinary moments into extraordinary anthems.
4:00-4:45PM
The 413 offer an exciting blend of summertime pop and indie rock.
5 young musicians showcasing their talent at Ferriby Festival 2025.
3:25-3:45PM
Danceforce Performing Arts Academy has been established since 2017 and provides classes in Dance, Musical Theatre and Acrobatic Arts in Brough and surrounding areas for children aged 18 months.
On the Pitch
2:45PM
Led by Pipe Major Paul Wright and Leading Drummer Tony Marshall, Beverley & District Pipe Band is a dedicated group of musicians that form East Yorkshire's only competitive Grade 4 Pipe Band.
2:15PM
On the Pitch
Don't worry, we haven't forgotten about your "little ones", we have bouncy castles and children's activities on the pitch.
On the Pitch
Face Painting will be available all through the day. Perfect for all ages.
On the Pitch
Put your soccer skills to the test on our 4G pitch with the Youth Player Development team.
Extra Charge
On the 4G
There'll be no running out of drinks with our huge beer and soft drink marquee on the pitch. They'll be soft drinks and sweets available too.
The Rimm's Pimms and Prosecco Bar will be popping bottles all night long.
Cuban Pete's will be keeping the cocktails flowing.
Brew York will be serving their specialty craft beer throughout the event.
There's something for everyone!
Drinks Marquee
Hog Roasts, Pizzas, Burgers, Hotdogs, Asian, Mexican, Gelato, crepes and more!
Vendors Include:
The Crackling Pig
Grubb
All Fired Up
Greek Van
Lorenzo's Ice Cream
Shave Ice Company
On the Pitch
Important Ticket Holder Information:
We are really looking forward to seeing you at Ferriby Community Festival.
Please take note of the First Aid and Security control locations should you have an emergency on the day.
ADVANCED WRISTBAND COLLECTION INFORMATION:
Once you have bought your tickets online your wristbands will be available for collection from the North Ferriby FC Clubhouse on Sundays 10am-4pm and Monday 6pm-9pm throughout May 25.
COLLECTION Location – North Ferriby Clubhouse – WHY NOT GRAB A DRINK AND A SNACK WHILST THERE!
North Ferriby Football Club, Grange Lane, North Ferriby HU14 3AB
ON THE DAY:
Please access the festival on-foot via the Grange Lane access road only (this road leads from Church Road to the playing fields, alongside the allotments). The gates open at 1:30pm.
If you ALREADY HAVE YOUR WRISTBAND PLEASE HEAD FOR THE PRE-PAID queue for faster access.
Age checks (IDs) and bags searches are mandatory and will be carried out by SIA approved security staff.
Challenge 25 will be strictly adhered to, with SIA approved staff carrying further ID checks in the drinks tents.
All SIA security staff and bar staff have been trained on Challenge 25, and to look out for spiking. Any refusals will be noted in an incident log.
All UNDER 18's must be accompanied by a paying Adult on a 1 to 2 ratio - this is an event license requirement and cannot be over-ruled.
Any alcohol attempted to be carried into the event, or any drugs discovered during a search will lead to confiscation and no admission, or ejection from the event.
Young children must be accompanied by a parent/carer in the marquee bar areas and entertainment zones at all times.
The parents of lost children/persons must report to the First Aid zone in the club changing rooms to the left of the clubhouse.
Security will have the right to refuse entry, or eject people for anti-social behaviour, without any refunds.
Be prepared to show your pre-purchased digital tickets on your mobile phone - these will be checked, and you and any guests will be given Festival Wristbands (if not already collected) so that you can come and go as you like. For children you can write an emergency mobile number on the wristband.
Please take note of the First Aid and Security control locations should you have an emergency on the day.
No Alcohol, Glass or Sharp Objects will be permitted into the Festival Ground.
No Food, other than that purchased at the festival is allowed to be consumed. Please make security aware if you have any specific personal carry in needs e.g. Food intolerance needs.
Only sealed water bottles are allowed and can be refilled – sadly in the past we have experienced a high number of clear liquid spirits being smuggled into the festival.
There will be plenty of toilets for public use. There are 3 disabled access toilets and 2 baby change facilities. These will be monitored and receive regular checks.
The Sponsors Lounge (Clubhouse) is exclusively for the use of event sponsors. Access without a Sponsor’s wristband will not be granted.
No smoking is allowed onsite.
Contactless payments will be available throughout the site - this includes at the gates, the bars, food outlets.
Only Guide Dogs are allowed onsite.
Pop up chairs and picnic blankets are permitted into the site – these will be inspected for prohibited items. If found, then the festival goer may not be admitted.
You will be able to leave the event and gain readmission with a hand stamp - this can be obtained at the ticket turn style gate. Please see a member of our security team. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an Adult in order to leave and regain admission.
CCTV will be in operation, recorded and monitored throughout the stadium, but also in the marquee beer tent and Sponsors Bar.
There is a playing field alcohol ban that will be enforced.
If a wristband is torn and the seal destroyed in order to share, then this invalidates the wearer (inc. sponsor wristbands).
The football club would like to wish all visitors a safe and enjoyable event - please adhere to the above for the benefit of all.
The music will close at 10:00pm, but the site must be clear by midnight - we respectfully request that festival goers respect our neighbours and leave in a quiet and orderly fashion.
Car Parking, and Travel info can be found at www.ferribyfestival.co.uk
EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE: Should Ferriby Festival need to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances outside of the organisers control (e.g. Severe weather, Health Risk, Security Threat etc) all tickets will be reusable at the "to be arranged" new date. They will not be exchangeable and refundable.
Now that is out of the way – let’s have a great day! 😊