Enhanced Security Measures for Boardmasters 2025

As anticipation builds for the upcoming Boardmasters music festival in Newquay, organizers are taking significant steps to bolster safety and crowd management. Set to occur from August 6-10, 2025, the festival promises enhanced security protocols aimed at ensuring a safer experience for attendees.

Increased Security Personnel and Infrastructure

In a recent announcement on Facebook, Boardmasters revealed that they would increase their security staff by 20%. This move is specifically designed to enhance crowd and behavior management during the event. Key improvements include:

• 25 additional entry lanes to facilitate thorough searches of attendees' belongings
• A 25% increase in watchtowers, staffed around the clock
• A 50% boost in high-visibility security patrols throughout the festival grounds

These changes come in response to safety concerns raised during last year’s festival, where a crowd surge on Friday night resulted in seven hospitalizations due to injuries.

Improvements in Transportation and Camping Facilities

Boardmasters is also addressing logistical concerns by introducing several new features for next year’s festival. Attendees can expect:

• 50 buses dedicated to park-and-ride services
• A drop-off area that is more conveniently located near festival entrances
• Modifications to camping arrangements, including a designated “chilled zone” with a noise curfew of 11 PM BST

These enhancements are part of the organizers' commitment to creating a more enjoyable atmosphere while prioritizing safety.

Boardmasters plans to share further updates about the festival’s layout and security changes in the coming weeks through their social media channels.

Fans eager to attend should prepare for ticket sales by being online before the launch, as demand is expected to be high.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Boardmasters?

While the artist lineup for 2025 remains undisclosed, the festival’s organizers are focused on delivering an unforgettable experience with improved safety measures. As they continue refining their plans, attendees can look forward to more updates in the near future.

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