Festival Steward – Saltburn Folk Festival

Context of Role

Saltburn Folk Festival is a non-profit, volunteer ran organisation that host a multivenue festival set in a seaside town on the North Yorkshire coast.

This year the festival will last from Friday (7th of August) to Sunday (9th of August).

As usual, there will be a sing around for any early birds and locals on the Thursday evening to kick off the festival in style!

Role Description

Saltburn Folk Festival are seeking a Festival Steward for their 2026 festival running from the 7th to the 9th of August.

Stewards help prepare venues for concerts and workshops, manage entry and provide support for audience members, performers and technical staff.

They are seeking people who are polite and helpful, punctual and reliable, willing to pay attention in briefings and to follow policies and procedures.

Physical fitness for moving furniture is useful but not essential.

Purpose of the Role

Make sure venues are safe and ready for use.

This may include setting out chairs, moving tables etc if within your capability.

Staff the doors, welcoming audience members, checking wristbands and passes, selling tickets and providing venue information.

Provide support and assistance to audience members, particularly people with access needs.

Help performers and technical staff if required.

Supervise evacuation in an emergency.

Clear the venue at the end of events, cleaning, tidying, moving furniture etc if within your capability.

Benefits

• You get to meet people and be part of a team.
• You’ll be using your skills to increase the numbers of people enjoying the festival and to help make the festival financially sustainable.
• All volunteers get a free pass so they can join in the festival fun and hear lots of music.
• Free camping is also on offer if you want to stay in Saltburn during the festival.

How to Apply

Detailed Role Description	N/A
Application Format	Volunteering | Saltburn Folk Festival
Deadline	31/07/2026 12:00