FAQS WHERE EXACTLY IS THE EVENT?

The venue is going to be announced shortly, but we can currently confirm it is in the Royal Docks area of London and will be easily accessible.

IS THE EVENT OUTDOOR?

Yes, the event will be outdoors.

CAN I BUY TICKETS FOR ONE DAY ONLY?

Yes, you have the option to buy an individual day ticket or a weekend ticket for both days.

HOW DO I GET TO DEFECTED LONDON FESTIVAL?

Defected London will be taking place outdoors in the Royal Docks area of London, exact location to be announced shortly (subject to licence).

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The location is well served by the public transport network, allowing guests to reach the site easily via Docklands Light Railway (DLR), National Rail, River, London Underground & London Overground (both followed by a connection to the DLR or short walk).

CYCLING

If you would like to cycle the location is not far from the Cycle Superhighway route CS3. You can also take your bike on the DLR during off peak times. Monday to Friday until 07:30, between 09:30-16:00, and after 19:00, and all day during weekends and Bank Holidays

CAR

There are strictly no parking facilities at the event and in the immediate vicinity of the Defected London 2022. The venue for Above & Beyond Group Therapy Weekender London will be announced shortly, and exact travel routes will be shared then.

DO I NEED TO BE FULLY VACCINATED TO ATTEND?

No, as it currently stands we do not require guests to be fully vaccinated to attend.

I AM CONCERNED ABOUT COVID-19 – SHOULD I ATTEND THE EVENT?

All of our venues will be following the latest Government Guidance to ensure the safety of all of our guests. However, you are responsible for deciding whether or not you should attend the venue and, prior to attending, carry out your own personal risk assessment based on your own age, health and susceptibility to infection and clinical vulnerability and of those in your household or support bubble (based on current government guidelines).

WHAT IS YOUR TICKETING POLICY?

All tickets will be checked and scanned on entry. Tickets can either be printed or, in the case of e-tickets, displayed on your mobile. Please bring a valid form of photographic ID with you to the event (please note, we only accept valid passports, foreign national ID cards, driving licences or Home Office approved PASS cards as identification and/or proof of age). If there is a name on your ticket, you must provide a valid photographic ID to match this name. Any fake, invalid or duplicate tickets will be rejected. Please ensure that you purchase your ticket(s) from an authorised ticket agent.

I CAN’T FIND MY TICKET/ TICKET CONFIRMATION, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Please email your ticket provider, as this will vary from show to show. If purchased via Kaboodle, you can reach them at hello@kaboodle.co.uk

SAFETY POLICY

We look forward to welcoming everyone to Defected London Festival. We would like to remind all guests, before and during the event, to play their part in making everyone’s visit a safe and enjoyable experience. As always, the safety of all our guests is our top priority. We will have a professional security team who conduct thorough searches on all guests prior to entry, along with a medic and welfare facility on site. Anyone who feels unwell or uncomfortable can contact the venue’s medical and security teams, or any member of staff immediately for assistance without judgement.

YOUR CONDUCT

Defected London has a zero tolerance for non-consensual behaviour. If you are seen to be making someone feel uncomfortable, harassing or assaulting anyone, you will be dealt with accordingly; – You will be reported to security. – You may be reported to the Police and they may be called to the venue. – You will be ejected from the venue. – You will be banned from entering the venue in the future. Please be aware that uniformed and plain clothed security will constantly monitor all spaces both in person and on CCTV throughout the event.

ASK FOR ANGELA

At our venue, we do not accept any form of harassment or violence towards any of our community. If you are feeling unsafe please approach a member of staff and Ask for Angela. Our staff will immediately know you need help and will be able to get you out of the situation safely and discreetly.

FEELING UNWELL

If at any time you feel unwell and need assistance, please make yourself known to one of our team located throughout the venue. We will have dedicated welfare and medical teams located on site. We operate an open door policy and you are welcome to seek help at any time without any judgement.

SPIKING

The venue has a zero tolerance policy on drink tampering or spiking of any kind. – All guests are subject to a thorough search when accessing the venue. – Drink lids are available for free on request from behind the bar. – Uniformed and plain clothed security are constantly monitoring all spaces both in person and on CCTV. – Anyone caught spiking will be immediately dealt with by our security team, reported to the police, prosecuted and banned from the venue.

CAN I BRING MY PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE OR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO THE VENUE?

If you need to bring any medicine or medical equipment to the event, this will need to be booked and approved with us in advance of the show. Please email access@dockyardslondon.co.uk with details.

ARE THERE ANY PROHIBITED ITEMS I’M NOT ALLOWED TO BRING?

Please note you are NOT permitted to bring into (or use) any of the following items into the venue; illegal substances; legal highs or any other psychoactive substances; food; any form of liquid (including drinks and perfume); chewing gum; point and shoot cameras; bottles; weapons; ammunition; horns; whistles; drums, megaphones, amplification equipment, klaxons, air horns; fireworks, flares, smoke canisters, explosives, firearms, knives, blades; or any other article which may be used as a weapon or missile, or which may, in our reasonable opinion, cause danger or disruption to visitors at the venue (regardless of whether or not such item is illegal or is carried for specific purposes); large bags; hi-visibility tabards or similar; sponsorship, promotional or marketing material; marker pens, spray paint or any other similar items that may be used to mark infrastructure We reserve the right to confiscate any Prohibited Items. Anyone found in possession of such items will be refused admission, ejected from the venue and may also be liable for prosecution. No refunds will be given to customers who are refused admission due to possession of Prohibited Items. Animals, with the exception of guide dogs, are not permitted in the venue.

CAN I BRING MY OWN FOOD AND DRINK?

You’re not permitted to bring food or drink into the venue. There will be a delicious range of food and drink options. You can ask for free drinking water from our bars. 

SMOKE/VAPE

Within the designated smoking areas, yes. If you are caught smoking anywhere except for the designated outdoor smoking areas, you will be ejected from the venue without a refund.

WHAT DOES THE CHALLENGE 25 POLICY MEAN?

If you are lucky enough to look under the age of 25, you may be asked to show identification to prove your age to be granted entry to the venue for all shows where age restrictions apply. For further information on the Challenge 25 policy, please visit www.challenge25.org.

WHAT IS THE EVENT’S DRUG POLICY?

Defected London operates a strict zero tolerance drugs policy. Searches will be in operation and this is a condition of entry to the venue. Any customer concerned over any part of the search will be discussed individually and the process explained by staff. The customer can refuse and leave the venue at any point should they not wish to continue with the search. Anyone found in possession of illegal substances will be refused admission, ejected from the venue and may also be liable for prosecution. We reserve the right to pass your details to the relevant authorities should we consider an offence or criminal act has taken place.

WHO DO I TALK TO ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY?

We take the needs of ticket holders who are disabled or have other access requirements very seriously and actively encourage people of all abilities to attend the Event. If you have access requirements or concerns about any elements of the Event, please specify such requirements or concerns either at the point of purchase or afterwards in good time before the event via email to access@dockyardslondon.co.uk. We will also be providing an accessibility pack in due course.

ARE THERE LOCKERS ON SITE?

Lockers will be available for hire at the venue. £7.00 small (30cm x 30cm x 30cm) £10.00 large (45cm x 30cm x 30cm) You can fit around 3-4 normal sized jackets in a small locker. You’ll need to pay a £10 refundable deposit on top of this. Because you can access your belongings whenever you like using your own key, it’s advisable to lock your phone and wallet away rather than carrying them in your bag or pocket.