The cancellation of one of Nottingham’s most popular music festivals has left many of the borough’s residents delighted.
Detonate Festival usually takes place annually at Colwick Country Park.
But the festival was cancelled on May 15, just a month before its June 10 start date due to cost issues.
While ticket-holders may be upset by the news, it seems residents who live close by are happy with the outcome.
Chris Spencer, a nearby resident learned to live with the event, but admits he is much happier now it’s been cancelled.
He said: “Ultimately, I live close by, and it was a lot of noise and a lot of people.
“So, it’s great for me.
“I feel sorry for the people who would have enjoyed it.”
A sentiment shared with other residents.
Neil Smith, a construction worker on the site said “it’s better for the environment,” hoping there will be less damage to the trees and overall infrastructure of the park.
Nate, who likes to run in the park explained that some residents have been unhappy about the event for a while, and have already complained about the issues.
While Nate generally appreciates the cultural value of festivals, he says sometimes the people who live there are not considered.
He said: “I am for music festivals generally, it’s a good way to bring people together and a great expression of community: but obviously there can be bad ways to do it when you’re in a residential setting.
“I’m gutted for those who looked forward to attending the festival, but to have it repeatedly in a local setting, it has to work well for the surrounding community as well.”
Robin Fowler is lucky to live far enough away from the festival not to be disrupted by the noise, but said: “The only part we do not like is the clean-up afterwards.”
However, according to the organiser’s Facebook page, “Detonate Festival will be back soon.”
A statement festival bosses said: “A number of factors mean that it now feels impossible for us to put on the festival to the expected standard.
“Everything that’s needed to put on a festival has gone up massively, and costs are continuing to spiral as we get closer to the event.
“We are unable to pass these costs onto ticket buyers in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis.”
Hold it in Arnold as you would get more people and it wouldnot be a struggle for cash as more would turn up. Its our capital – our London would be a bigger event
What?! It’s packed every year!! Don’t think moving it to Arnold would make ANY difference. I’m glad it’s off. The park is left in a right mess. If you want that in Arnot Hill Park then good luck to you.