Editorial policy

We aim to make festival-making easier to think through, with clear explanations and careful distinctions between general ideas and facts that need checking.

Accuracy and independence

Writers should use reliable, relevant material for factual claims and make the basis of important details clear. We distinguish explanation from opinion, avoid presenting assumptions as established facts, and do not claim that a planning choice suits every event. Editorial decisions remain separate from commercial arrangements.

Corrections

Readers can send a correction through the Contact page. We review specific, verifiable concerns and amend material when warranted, making the nature of a substantive change clear on the affected article where appropriate.

Partner material

Paid, supplied or otherwise partner-supported material is clearly identified as such, so readers can distinguish it from independent editorial coverage. A partnership does not guarantee favourable editorial treatment.

Illustrations

Some illustrations may be generated with AI. Illustrations are not documentary evidence, and we aim not to use them in a way that misrepresents a real festival, place or event.