Beat-Herder organisers announce 'heart-breaking' postponement

Organisers said they had waited as long as they possibly could but it was now apparent this year's festival, which was due to take place between July 16th – 19th, could not go take place safely.

The festival has been rescheduled for July 15th – 18th, 2021.

"Well, we’ve held on as long as we can, hoping for some positive changes to the unprecedented situation that we are all in," a statement from organisers read.

"As a nimble festival, we’ve been poised ready with our dream team of crew, contributors, artists and friends to create the best one yet.

"Unfortunately, it is now apparent that there is no way Beat-Herder 2020 can go ahead safely.

"So, it’s with a heart-breaking sadness that we have to postpone the event until 15th-18th July, 2021. Just gutted.

"As part of the Beat-Herder family you’ll know we will all be back to enjoy a festival with a fresh line-up and extra year of enthusiasm, inspiration and creativity.

"All tickets, glamping packages and any extras will remain fully valid and will automatically transfer to the new dates.

"More than ever we look forward to being together in The Woods, The Fortress, The Factory, The Ring and the whole of beloved Beat-Herdershire.

"We will of course offer refunds for anyone who can’t make the new dates.

"Ticket holders will receive an email from Ticketline shortly with full details on this.

"However, we really hope that you can all hold on to your ticket, support our independent festival and return next year to celebrate 15 years of beats and barminess in lovely Lancashire.

"So, until 2021, keep safe and - from a socially responsible distance - Herd ‘Em UP!"