Salt and Tar relocates to Lock and Quay for 2026 Music Weekender

Salt and Tar is on the move for 2026, as organisers prepare to host the Music Weekender at a new location in Bootle’s Lock and Quay.

The move comes as part of ongoing regeneration works at Bootle Strand, ensuring the festival continues to thrive while improvements are made to the town centre.

Materials from the original site are being carefully preserved for future use and shared with local community projects. Despite the relocation, the festival will maintain its usual size and capacity, promising the same immersive live music experience for visitors.

Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Skills and Employment, Cllr Paulette Lappin, said: “Salt and Tar has quickly become a highlight in Bootle’s calendar.

“While regeneration works are underway, we’re making sure the Music Weekender continues without compromise. Moving to Lock and Quay is an exciting opportunity to keep the event vibrant and accessible while delivering improvements that will benefit the whole community.

“This year’s lineup is already shaping up to be incredible, with The Waterboys, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, and The Saw Doctors confirmed, and a final headliner will be announced soon.”

Organisers plan to return Salt and Tar to its original site once the Bootle Strand regeneration is complete in 2027, promising an even bigger celebration for the town.

For more information on the ongoing regeneration of Bootle you should visit the council website.

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