Get ready to enjoy a day filled with excitement and adventure at our upcoming event – Big Day Out! Happening on the beautiful grounds of Suffolk Rural, we invite you to join us on Saturday 9th May 2026 between 10am to 4pm for a variety of fun filled outdoor activities.
Something for everyone!
Come and join us for a day filled with family friendly fun!
A fantastic day out for all ages, with plenty of activities for children, a vibrant mini market featuring local stallholders, and a variety of sports events, workshops, and demonstrations happening throughout the day.
The best part? This event is completely free to attend, but be quick to reserve your spot, as spaces are limited. Be quick and book your ticket now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Typically our busiest period is around 10-11am so to avoid too many queues we would recommend arriving later in the morning or waiting until the afternoon.
Yes, standard event parking is charged at £5 in advance of the day – please book your parking permit using the link at the top of this page.
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The event is held on our Suffolk Rural Quad which is grass with a path both around the edge and through the middle.
You can see a 360 view of the site by clicking here to see the quad for yourself before your visit.
If you require baby changing facilities head to our information tent or first aid area who will be able to direct you to our first aid room which can be used for this purpose.
There will be a number of musical acts perform throughout the day.
Unfortunately all parking tickets are issued upon purchase so are non-refundable.
We have tried to make as many activities as possible free!
Some food/gift vendors may have card machines but we cannot guarantee this so would recommend bringing cash as a backup.
The event is held at our Suffolk Rural Campus on Charity Lane in Otley, Suffolk.
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Tickets are free and we have made as many of the activities free as possible. Charges will apply for food vendors.
There is a fee for event parking which is non-refundable and needs to be purchased in advance.
Both standard and accessible portable toilets can be found around the edge of the site.
The primary aim of our Big Day Out is to celebrate our community through a fun-filled event. While our staff and learners will be available to discuss our courses and facilities, the main focus is to provide an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Due to the animals on-site and health & safety concerns, we are not allowing dogs to attend this event.
Apologies to anyone who had intended to bring their furry friend along.
If you are unable to print and display your ticket please make sure you are able to show it on a mobile device, park and then show one of our welcome team your ticket.