RecFest UK 2025 will take place on Thursday 10th July at Knebworth Park, Hertfordshire.

Venue Address:
Knebworth Park
Old Knebworth Ln
Stevenage
SG1 2AX

Travelling by train?
We recommend arriving at Stevenage Station, where a shuttle service (included with your ticket) will take you to and from the venue throughout the day – including after the evening entertainment.

Driving?
There is plenty of secure, free parking available on-site for all attendees.

👉 Find out more about getting there

• • • Gates open: 08:00
    • Conference & stages: 09:15 – 17:30
    • Evening entertainment: 18:00 – 20:30
    • Gates close: 21:00 (everyone must be off-site)

All times are listed in local time.

Absolutely! Many people attend RecFest on their own each year, and it’s a fantastic environment to meet like-minded professionals from across the industry.

Whether you’re coming solo or with a team, you’ll be made to feel welcome — and with plenty of networking spaces, interactive sessions, and relaxed social areas, it’s easy to connect with others throughout the day.

Yes! RecFest offers sponsorship opportunities for vendors and solution providers within the Talent Acquisition and HR industries.

If you’re interested in showcasing your brand to thousands of TA professionals, you can find out more below:

👉 UK Sponsorship Opportunities
👉 USA Sponsorship Opportunities

To make your journey easier, we provide a free shuttle service for all attendees travelling via Stevenage Station.

Shuttles will run on a continuous loop between the station and the RecFest entrance throughout the day.

• • • First shuttle: 07:45
    • Last return shuttle: 21:30
    • Drop-off/pick-up: Right by the station exit, and event entrance for easy access.

Keep an eye out for signs at Stevenage Station.

No booking required, just hop on and go! Whilst you’re travelling, be sure to have the App ready with your ticket, for quick access into the event.

Yes, RecFest offers plenty of free parking for all attendees. The car park is located next to the Novotel at:

Knebworth Park
Old Knebworth Ln
Stevenage
SG1 2AX

Parking will be clearly signposted on the day.

If you require disabled parking, simply speak to our traffic management team upon arrival and they’ll direct you to the reserved accessible spaces.

Yes — there are several hotels and accommodation options in and around Stevenage, just a short distance from Knebworth Park.

However, please be aware that local hotels do book up quickly around the event, so we recommend securing your accommodation as early as possible.

Hotel Listings

Absolutely! If you’re looking to bring your team to RecFest, we’d love to help make that happen.

Please submit your details via the enquiry form below, and a member of our team will get back to you with group ticket options.

👉 Group Ticket Enquiry Form

No, all tickets must be purchased in advance.

Once you’ve purchased group tickets, you can easily assign them to your team members.

🎥 Watch our quick how-to video here:
👉 Ticket Assignment Tutorial

If you run into any issues, feel free to contact our team for support.

You can quickly download your receipt after purchasing tickets by following the steps in this short video:

🎥 Watch the tutorial here:
👉 Receipt Download Tutorial

Need further help? Just reach out to our team and we’ll be happy to assist.

For any finance-related questions (including receipts, invoices, or payment details), please get in touch with our accounts team:

📧 uk.recfestticketsaccounts@recruitmentevents.co

Please include “RecFest UK Enquiry” in the subject line for faster support.

To make the most of your day, we recommend bringing the following essentials:

• • • 🎟️ Your ticket (digital or printed)
    • 🪪 Photo ID (Challenge 25 is in operation)
    • 💧 Refillable water bottle (free refill stations available)
    • 📝 Notebook and pen (for those lightbulb moments!)
    • 👟 Comfy shoes (you’ll be doing a lot of walking)
    • ☀️/🌧️ Weather protection (sunscreen or raincoat, depending on the forecast)
    • 🔋 Portable phone charger (you’ll want to stay connected)

Pack smart and you’ll be all set for a full day of learning, networking, and fun!

RecFest is a casual, outdoor event — and yes, we’re in England, so expect all types of weather!

We recommend:

• • • Dressing in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
    • Wearing practical footwear suitable for walking around a field
    • Bringing layers or rain protection, just in case

🛍️ Need outfit inspo?
Check out the RecFest Shop for some festival-ready gear!
📸 Or browse past looks in our RecFest Gallery

Dress for comfort, come as yourself — and get ready to have an amazing day.

There is no cloakroom or secure storage available at RecFest.

We recommend bringing only what you’re comfortable carrying throughout the day.

Absolutely! There will be plenty of food vendors on-site serving everything from breakfast through to dinner.

We’ll be releasing the full list of food vendors closer to the event, but rest assured — we aim to offer a wide variety of options to suit different tastes and dietary requirements.

Outside food and beverages are not permitted at RecFest, as there will be a wide selection of food and drink options available to purchase on-site.

However, if you have a medical condition or specific dietary requirement that requires you to bring your own items, we’re happy to make reasonable accommodations. Please contact us in advance so we can support your needs.

Absolutely. We understand the importance of accommodating a variety of dietary needs and will make every effort to ensure all attendees are catered for.

If you have a specific requirement, please let us know during the registration process — or get in touch with our team ahead of the event so we can support you.

RecFest takes place outdoors in a park setting, with a mix of flat grass areas and treaded walkways. While we strive to make the event as accessible and comfortable as possible, we understand that mobility needs can vary.

If you have specific concerns or require additional support, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us so we can assist you directly.

👉 Contact us about accessibility

RecFest is designed as a professional event for adults, pets and children are not permitted at the event.

However, registered service animals, such as guide dogs, are absolutely welcome.

For any further guidance or support with this, please contact a member of the team.

👉 Contact Form