Festival details
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24 - 29 June 2026
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Highlands Park, Chelmsford
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Deposit: £250 (Refundable: see FAQs)
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No children allowed at this festival
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How we make volunteering accessible.
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Roles: Stewards, Campaigners, Shop volunteers
24 - 29 June 2026
State Fayre
Festival details
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24 - 29 June 2026
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Highlands Park, Chelmsford
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Deposit: £250 (Refundable: see FAQs)
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No children allowed at this festival
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How we make volunteering accessible.
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Roles: Stewards, Campaigners, Shop volunteers
Volunteer at State Fayre with Oxfam
Why Volunteer at State Faye?
Rob Carmier
What Perks do Volunteers Get?
We have our own crew campsite, equipped with:
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A social marquee to meet with other volunteers
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Free tea and coffee 24/7
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Free phone charging facilities to keep you connected
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Access to crew loos & hot showers
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A free meal token per shift
About the Volunteer Roles
Stewarding
As a State Fayre steward, you’ll be part of the team that keeps the festival running smoothly and safely. From welcoming people at the gates and checking tickets, to supporting festivalgoers on the accessibility platforms, you’ll play a vital role in creating a great experience for everyone.
It’s a varied, hands-on role that’s perfect if you enjoy being helpful, meeting people, and being at the heart of the festival.
Shifts: 3 x 8¼-hour shifts.
Impact: For every stewarding shift you work, the festival pays Oxfam for your time. That means every hour you give, is raising money to support communities around the world who are fighting against poverty.
Rob Carmier
About State Fayre
2026 Lineup
Interested in signing up?
Practical Information
Getting to State Fayre
Parking
Free crew parking is available at all our festivals including State Fayre.
Public Transport
The closest train station to State Fayre is Chelmsford.
What to bring
- Tent and camping gear
- A reusable bottle and mug
- Warm clothes and comfortable shoes
- Toilet roll
- Hat and sunscreen
- Powerbank
Volunteering with friends
When you sign up as a volunteer steward, you will have the option to create a friendship group which lets you link up with up to five friends or family members so we can schedule your shifts at the same time.
Volunteering solo
Many volunteers join us solo and quickly find themselves part of a warm, welcoming community.
Whether you're in the campsite or on shift, there are plenty of opportunities to meet fellow volunteers and make new friends to explore the festival with.
Drew Eckheart