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Getting to Red Bull Hardline
How do I get there?
The event site is very remote so a car will be needed to access the event; public transport and access are extremely limited.
The nearest site address is Ysgubor, Dinas Mawddwy, Machynlleth, SY20 9LX but please note that this post code doesn’t send you to exactly the right spot. There will be signs on the A470 from this area so please keep a lookout for ones directing you to 'Red Bull Hardline Parking'.
Is there parking available at the event?
Ticket Holders
Car parking on site is for car pass ticket holders only; each ticket covers 1 x car parking space (no additional vehicles will be permitted) and admittance of up to 5 people.
Each ticket holder will be sent a personalised car parking pass via email which will be needed to access the car park.
This will need to be printed and clearly placed in your dashboard for the stewards to check; if you don’t have this with you when you arrive you will experience severe delays.
Ticket holders are responsible for printing this at home; it is essential for access, so please don’t forget it!
Each pass has its own number and bar code so it can be identified clearly.
The car parking pass is separate to your ticket; you will need both to enter the event.
Important: cars cannot be left on site overnight so if you are coming on both days you will need to leave and return the following day.
Non-Ticket Holders
There are no parking opportunities within a close distance of the event due to the extremely remote location of the event site.
Parking restrictions will be implemented by the local council for the duration of the event. All lay-by areas surrounding the event site will be closed and parking along the grass verge will not be permitted. Anyone found to be parking in these areas will be at risk of being towed.
If you plan to walk to the event, please use local footpaths and do not walk along the A470; this is a very fast and dangerous road so please avoid to reduce the risk of incidents.
We ask that if you are travelling to the event that you are respectful of the local area and abide by all national laws and highway codes.
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Tickets
Do I need to bring my ticket with me?
Advance tickets are supplied as QR codes but it is a good idea to bring a printed copy and/or save the ticket PDF to your phone memory as the 4G signal can sometimes be poor at the event site.
What does my ticket get me?
A car ticket gets you access to the car park with a single car parking space, and admission into the event for up to 5 people. The more people in your vehicle, the cheaper your entry becomes! If you have more than 5 people in your vehicle, additional person(s) will have to pay on entry to get access to the event; £18 on Saturday and £20 on Sunday.
Does a single ticket get you access for both days?
No - tickets are allocated on a per-day basis (i.e. Saturday ticket or Sunday ticket); there are no weekend passes. Your ticket will get you entry for the day that is stated on the ticket only i.e. Car Parking Pass - SATURDAY. Individual tickets will be scanned on the relevant day so spectators that are attending both Saturday and Sunday, will need to visit accreditation on both days.
Do I need my ticket to access the car park?
Each ticket holder will be sent a personalised car parking pass that they will need to print & have in their dashboard to gain access to the car park. This pass will be numbered, with a unique barcode, which will be scanned on entry. Your ticket will then get scanned at the Accreditation Van situated at the exit gate of the car park.
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What to bring
Can I bring my bike to the event?
We do not have anywhere safe to store public bikes on site so please do not bring them with you. If you are travelling by bike you will need to find somewhere else to store it away from the event site and local access routes.
What should I wear to the event?
Red Bull Hardline is an outdoor event in the Welsh mountains so it is important that you come prepared to be fully exposed to the elements! We strongly recommend the following:
Extra layers of clothing and waterproofs. Be prepared for changing (and potentially tough) weather conditions.
Sturdy and/or waterproof footwear. The course is on a steep and rugged mountainside so hiking boots or similar footwear is essential.
A bag or rucksack. If you plan to head up the course we advise you to bring a small bag/rucksack to carry your belongings. Please note: there will be random bag checks at the entrance.
A water bottle. It’s important you stay hydrated, especially if you’re heading up the course so please bring one with you to refill.
Suncream/Hat If we are lucky and the sun is out, it’s important that you’ve got protection to keep you safe in the heat.
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Access
What time can I arrive? What’s the latest I can arrive?
The event schedule will be posted on this page closer to the event date. Please check back here for more information at a later date. Last entry is usually an hour before the end of the race.
What time does the event end?
The event schedule will be posted on this page closer to the event date. Please check back here for more information at a later date. Last entry is usually an hour before the end of the race.
What happens if I need to leave the event and come back? Will I be able to get back in?
If you need to leave the event site but wish to come back you will be able to re-enter using the wristband you will be issued on entry when you’ve had your ticket scanned.
Are dogs allowed on site?
As much as we love dogs, they are not permitted on site for the safety of the riders and spectators (with the exception of service dogs).
Am I able to camp on site?
Camping is not permitted on site for spectators. If you are attending the event on both days, you will need to leave the site in between.
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Food and Drink
Is there food and drink available to purchase on site?
There are a number of vendors on site where you can purchase food and soft and alcoholic drinks which cater to a wide variety of dietary requirements.
Concessions will be running a card and cash service; please note there will be no cash machine on site so please make sure that you come prepared before you arrive.
Am I able to bring food/drink with me? Are picnics allowed?
Small food items will be allowed to be brought on to site, but excessive amounts of food/drink in extra-large containers, and any cooking equipment/appliances such as barbecues will not be permitted. Please note: no glass is allowed to be brought onto site.
Will there be water available on site?
We are trying to reduce the amount of single use plastic on our event sites so we ask that you don’t bring any plastic bottles with you. There will be a water refill station in the event village so please bring a reusable water bottle with you to use throughout the day. Please make sure you fill up before you head up the course!
Can I bring alcohol with me?
No. Alcohol is not permitted unless it has been purchased within the event site. Any alcohol found during bag searches at entrance gates will be confiscated and anyone found to have alcohol on their person that was brought into site will be at risk of being asked to leave the event.
When’s last orders?
Our concessions will be closing 30 minutes before the site closes, so make sure you have made your last order before then!
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Facilities
Toilets
The spectator toilets are located at the entry/exit point to the car park. These are compostable toilets, which are a more sustainable option than your traditional mobile toilets! Please remember to use the wood chips on your visit!
Bins
There will be multiple waste bin stations within the event village for you to dispose of any rubbish you have. Please help us by separating your items into the different bins provided; they are clearly marked what each bin is for.
Please note there won’t be any waste bins up on the course so you will need to carry any litter or rubbish to the bottom of the course and dispose of it responsibly in the bins provided in the event village.
Seating
Red Bull Hardline is a standing event; there is no seating available for spectators. Please be prepared for this and ensure you have adequate clothing and footwear for this.
Big Screen
There will be a big screen in the event village for you to watch the action so, if you want to relax after exploring the course, feel free to head down and enjoy a few runs in the finish field.
Camping
No camping is permitted on site. If you are attending the event on both days, you will be required to leave the site and return the next day.
Smoking Areas
Smoking is permitted in the event village but we ask that you do this considerately with other spectator’s in mind, and dispose of your waste adequately. No smoking is allowed on-course to reduce the risk of forest fires and waste within the environment; please be respectful of this.
Merchandise
There are a number of merchandise items on sale at the event that you can take home with you to remember your day!
Stock is limited onsite so we recommend purchasing online to avoid disappointment - go here to buy online. Please note that our merchandise stand will be taking card payments only.
I would like to walk to the event - will I be able to get access?
Walk-ins will be accepted if the capacity restrictions allow for this at the time of arrival. A fee of £18 (Saturday) and/or £20 (Sunday) will need to be paid on the door; card payments only. We cannot guarantee entry with this ticket type so please be aware of this beforehand; if we have reached capacity we will not be able to allow entry. If you plan to walk to the event, please use local footpaths and do not walk along the A470; this is a very fast and dangerous road so please avoid to reduce the risk of incidents.
Can I park for free nearby?
No. There are no parking opportunities within a close distance of the event due to the extremely remote location of the event site. Parking restrictions will be implemented by the local council for the duration of the event. All lay-by areas surrounding the event site will be closed and parking along the grass verge on A470 will not be permitted. Anyone found to be parking in these areas will be at risk of being towed.
I’ve purchased a ticket for one day but want to switch - can I do this?
Tickets have been released based on capacity restrictions so we will only be able to accommodate this if tickets are still showing as available for the day you wish to switch to. Please email us at hardline.uk@redbull.com and we will do our best to accommodate you. If tickets have sold out for the day you wish to switch to, we will be unable to move your booking.
I can no longer attend - can I get a refund?
Once purchased tickets cannot be transferred, exchanged or refunded as per our ticketing terms and conditions.
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Site Rules
All persons must have a valid Ticket in order to attend the Event; a scannable version (printed or QR code on phone) must be brought to the Event
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over
Individuals who turn up on foot to the event will be required to pay entry at the gate; admittance will be dependent on capacity and cannot be guaranteed
I.D. challenge will be in place for Red Bull (16+) and alcohol sales (+18); please bring ID with you if you anticipate on purchasing either of these items
Ticket holders must comply with the rules/instructions and obey all signs and marshal directions - especially if crossing the course - and keeping outside the taped areas.
Prohibited Items
The following items are prohibited from the event:
Competitor energy drinks (i.e. Monster, Lucozade, Prime); regular soft drinks will be admitted in sizes 500ml and under
Glass
Alcohol (unless purchased on site)
Illegal items (i.e. drugs, weapons, ammunition etc)
Bikes/scooters/rollerblades; non-motorised and motorised
Picnic related equipment including barbeques or other cooking apparatus, excessive amounts of food and/or drinks i.e. picnic hampers
Pets or animals (excluding registered service/assistance dogs)
Technical equipment that may interfere with the event i.e. walkie talkies, phone jammers, drones, laser pens, private wireless access points etc.
Fireworks or flares
Temporary furniture/equipment i.e. tents, gazebos, folding tables
Promotional and/or commercial objects or goods with the intent to promote and/or sell at the event
Security will be performing bag searches at entrance gates so please be prepared for this when you arrive. Any prohibited items found at the gates will be confiscated; perishables will be disposed of and other equipment/items will need to be returned to a safe location prior to entry. We are unable to provide any storage for confiscated items throughout the event.
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Photography
Photography and videos must be for personal/private use only unless otherwise previously agreed with Red Bull.
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Trash Free Trails
Visit the Trash Free Trails tent to learn more about the important work they are doing to protect our local trails and wild places. Learn more about this on their website.
Security will be performing bag searches at entrance gates so please be prepared for this when you arrive. Any prohibited items found at the gates will be confiscated; perishables will be disposed of and other equipment/items will need to be returned to a safe location prior to entry. We are unable to provide any storage for confiscated items throughout the event.
Media
If you are from a publication looking to cover Red Bull Hardline in the press, please ensure media accreditation is requested before arrival on site – no later than 17th July, 2025 by emailing redbull@soapboxlondon.com
