What is End of the Road?
End of the Road is an independent music festival held at Larmer Tree Gardens, on the border of Dorset and Wiltshire. The line-up focuses on indie, alternative, folk and leftfield music, often with artists who do not play the bigger festivals. There is also comedy, cinema, literature and late-night DJ sets. The gardens are known for their wandering peacocks.
The festival was founded in 2006, and the 2026 edition was its 20th. It is a smaller event, with a capacity of around 15,000 according to Wikipedia, and has sold out in advance most years. It has won Best Small Festival at both the UK Festival Awards and the NME Awards.
When is End of the Road 2027?
End of the Road 2027 runs from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 September 2027. The official ticket seller, CitizenTicket, lists these dates, with campsite access until midday on Monday 6 September. It is one of the last big festivals of the summer, and it often falls just before the new university term begins.
Where is it and how do you get there?
Larmer Tree Gardens is at Tollard Royal, in a rural area between Salisbury and Blandford Forum. The festival says transport options for 2027 will be shared at a later date. In 2026:
- Train: the nearest main station was Salisbury, which has direct trains from London Waterloo.
- Shuttle bus: the festival worked with National Express to run shuttle buses from Salisbury station to the site.
- Coach: National Express also ran festival coaches from other parts of the country.
- Car: car parking is sold as an add-on, at £30 for 2027.
There is also a cycling option. The festival sells a London to End of the Road bike ride, with or without a return coach.
Tickets and prices
Early bird and tiers one to three for 2027 have sold out. At the time of writing, Tier 4 tickets were on sale through CitizenTicket at these prices, which include general camping:
- Adult weekend: £335, plus a £24.12 booking fee
- Youth (13 to 17): £220, plus booking fee
- Child (6 to 12): £95, plus booking fee
A payment plan is available for adult and youth tickets. You pay £60 up front plus booking fee, then the rest in monthly instalments until 30 June 2027. Each payment plan ticket has an extra £1 fee. Plans are non-refundable, and a missed payment can cancel the plan. There is no student ticket.
Anyone aged 17 or under must be with a parent, guardian or adult aged 21 or over. Photo ID may be requested at the gates and bars if you look under 21.
Camping and where to stay
Weekend tickets include camping, with general, family and quiet camping areas. Live-in vehicle pitches are sold separately, from £150 for a small pitch. The nearest towns are some distance away, so nearly everyone camps.
Line-up
The 2027 line-up has not been announced. The 2026 headliners were Pulp, CMAT, Mac DeMarco and Geese, with Geese headlining on the Thursday night. End of the Road usually announces its first names in the autumn or winter before the festival.
Tips for students
- Buy as early as you can. Prices rise with each tier, and the festival regularly sells out.
- Use the payment plan if you need to spread the cost. Keep track of payment dates, as missed payments can cancel the plan.
- Budget for the booking fee, which adds about £24 to an adult ticket.
- Check your term start date. Early September can clash with moving back to university or freshers’ preparation.
- Wait for the 2027 transport details before booking trains to Salisbury.
- Explore the smaller stages and woodland areas. Some sets are only lightly advertised.
FAQs
When is End of the Road 2027?
Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 September 2027, at Larmer Tree Gardens.
How much are End of the Road 2027 tickets?
Adult weekend tickets including camping are £335 plus booking fee at Tier 4.
Is there a student discount?
No student ticket is listed. A payment plan is available for adult tickets.
How do I get to End of the Road?
In 2026, festival shuttle buses ran from Salisbury station. Details for 2027 are still to be confirmed.
For tickets, travel and line-up news, visit the official website. To compare other UK events, see our festival guide.