Rail Ale festival at Barrow Hill Roundhouse postponed amid coronavirus crisis

The event – which is in its 20th year – had been due to take place on May 14, 15 and 16.

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Organisers have now agreed that the festival will be held on August 13, 14 and 15, subject to the Government’s advice at that time.

In a joint statement, the Rail Ale team and Barrow Hill Roundhouse said: “The postponement of this year’s festival will no doubt be a great disappointment to many of you – our incredible team of staff and volunteers who work so hard to make this event happen are equally saddened.

“This has not been a decision taken lightly in our 20th year but the welfare and safety of visitors to this hugely popular event as well as that of our staff, volunteers, traders and musicians is of the utmost importance.

“As the country comes together to deal with the threat of coronavirus we must all do what we can to overcome it.

“We were really looking forward to welcoming you all to the roundhouse in May but are hopeful that we will see you all in August.”

The statement added: “We would like to offer our sincere apologies to all those who have already booked tickets for this year’s festival.

“We are pleased to advise that you may use the tickets you have bought for May in August without any additional charges being payable.

“However, if you would prefer to be refunded, please contact the ticket seller. For online tickets this is www.seetickets.com who will be happy to help.

“We also hope to reschedule the Craig Charles Funk and Soul Club event that was due to take place on May 14 and are in contact with his management team about this.

“As soon as we are able to provide an update on this event, we will contact all those who have already bought tickets.”

Barrow Hill Roundhouse will also be closed until further notice.

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