Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow

Name: Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow
Start: 2026-08-21T14:00:00+0000
End: 2026-08-21T19:00:00+0000
Location: Darley Park

Part of The Darley Park Weekender

Fri 21 Aug

Darley Park

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Prices: From £40 (£20 for ages 5-18) when buying in advance.

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Gates close at 9pm
Running Time: 5 hours - approximate, including any interval(s)

Standing Event

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About the Event

Derby get ready for Britain’s Caribbean King of Pop Billy Ocean with very special guest 90s heartthrob Marti Pellow

Derby’s event of the summer is back with a with a star-studded line up - get ready as international stars take to the Darley Park Weekender stage for 2026.

Britain’s Caribbean King of Pop Billy Ocean will kick off the weekend with his distinct sound which conquered the global charts. Achieving phenomenal worldwide success the Trinidad born, 75 year old, R&B singers breakthrough came in the mid-70s with hits like Love Really Hurts Without You and Red Light Spells Danger.

Adding to the excitement 90s heartthrob Marti Pellow, joins as very special guest! Best known as the iconic lead singer of Wet Wet Wet, Marti’s defining voice drove the band to global success. In 1994, the legendary hit Love Is All Around caused a flutter across the nation, famously staying at the top of the UK charts for an incredible 15 weeks. Now, Marti brings his acclaimed solo career and established status as a leading man in musical theatre to the stage.

This year is going to be bigger and better! It feels like Suddenly the best line-up is here—you need to Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car and grab your tickets now!

Dates & Tickets

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Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow

Fri 21 Aug 2026, 3pm

£40

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From Thu 6 Nov at 10am

On general sale

From Fri 7 Nov at 10am

Billy Ocean with special guest Marti Pellow - Accessible Viewing Area

Fri 21 Aug 2026, 3pm

£38

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Priority booking

From Thu 6 Nov at 10am

On general sale

From Fri 7 Nov at 10am

Billy Ocean with special guest Marti Pellow - VIP Ticket

Fri 21 Aug 2026, 3pm

£73

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Priority booking

From Thu 6 Nov at 10am

On general sale

From Fri 7 Nov at 10am

Billy Ocean with special guest Marti Pellow - Wheelchair platform

Fri 21 Aug 2026, 3pm

£38

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Priority booking

From Thu 6 Nov at 10am

On general sale

From Fri 7 Nov at 10am

Event Extras

Billy Ocean with special guest Marti Pellow - Blue Badge Parking

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Billy Ocean with special guest Marti Pellow - Car Parking Voucher

£10

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Prices & Offers

£75 - £40

Concessions: £20 - £0

Click Buy Tickets to see what concessions are available for this event, and for more price information and availability. Children 12 months and over require a ticket, unless otherwise stated. Proof of entitlement to concession may be required on collection of tickets or on entry to the event.

Save money by buying in advance

Book early to save on your tickets, from £40 for adults, £20 for children aged 5 -18 and under 5s are free.

Derby City resident offer save an additional £5 when you book by Wed 31 Dec.

Buy on the day at £50 for adults. £20 for ages 5-18 with under 5s free.

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

VIP tickets - Darley Garden

VIP Darley Garden experience tickets. Enjoy access to our exclusive VIP area which has it's own bar, toilets and a great view of the main stage. You can also beat the queues with your own fast track entry!

VIP tickets are £75.

Children are welcome, with no price difference for children. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Carers and under 5s can get into this area for free provided they are with a Darley Garden ticketholder. Customers will require a free carer or under 5 ticket to gain access to the main festival site.

If you have any further questions about Darley Garden tickets, please contact us by emailing boxoffice@derby.gov.uk

What is the Wheelchair Viewing Platform?

A raised platform with a prime view of the stage. It has ramped access and a charging point for power wheelchairs.

Accessible view area

The accessible viewing area is situated directly in front of the accessible viewing platform.

Visit our access page for more information.

Offers

Take advantage of one of the following great offers for this event.

Essential Companion Scheme (Organisations)

As a member of our Essential Companion Scheme one of you tickets is FREE for your Essential Companion.

Essential Companion Scheme (Nimbus plus 1 scheme)

As a member of our Essential Companion Scheme one of you tickets is FREE for your Essential Companion.

Essential Companion Scheme (Nimbus plus 2 scheme)

As a member of our Essential Companion Scheme two of your tickets are FREE for your essential companions.

If you hold a membership subscription you may be eligible for discounts. Log in and these will be applied to your order automatically.

More Information

Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities at this event. To ensure a secure and fun experience for everyone, including other park users, we have important safety measures and restrictions in place. Please familiarise yourself with this information. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to contact us before or during the event.

Please check the weather forecast before the event and dress accordingly. We're hoping for sunshine!

Getting here

We encourage eco-friendly and active travel options like walking, cycling or using public transport where possible.

The main event entrance is by the river footpath, with signs in the park to guide you.

If you are coming by taxi there is a drop off/pick up point at Parker’s Piece Car Park (101 City Rd, Little Chester, Derby DE1 3RP). This is a 13 minute, 0.6mile walk to the event entrance and therefore may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

Parking

A bike parking area is located outside the event entrance (bikes left at your own risk).
Limited pre-booked car parking is available at Deans Field for £10 per car (accessible via Darley Street).
Off-site parking options are also available at Chapel Street, Darwin Place and other city centre car parks
Blue Badge holders can park at the Darley Street car park, Poplar Row, Darley Abbey, Derby DE22 1DU (pre-bookable when purchasing tickets for the Accessible Viewing Area or Wheelchair Viewing Platform). Visit The Darley Park Weekender Access page for information on the accessible entrance.

Entry and security

The on-site box office, located near the entrance, allows collection of pre-purchased tickets and purchases on the day (subject to availability).

Last entry for the event will be 9pm on Friday and Saturday and 8:30pm on Sunday.

Please arrive early to ensure enough time to go through the search points. Please read further down to see what can and cannot be brought into the events. Security will search you and your bag upon entry, including the use of search wands. You could also be searched once you are in the event.

Security personnel will be present both inside and outside the event for your safety. CCTV cameras will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. We collaborate closely with police and emergency services for a secure event. There will be police patrols around the event and local area. If you see something that doesn’t look right, let a member of security or the police know straight away.

What you can bring to the event

Only assistance and guide dogs are allowed
One small bag per person (maximum size: 45cm x 25cm x 20cm)
One camping chair or blanket per person for seating
Prams or pushchairs for small children & babies are allowed, as are wheelchairs and specialised pushchairs or mobility aids for older children and individuals with additional needs. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all attendees. For detailed information on accessible facilities and any specific requirements, please visit The Darley Park Weekender Access page or contact us directly.
Food & drink
Food and drink (including alcohol) will be available to buy at the events - card and cash payments are accepted.

Within the permitted bag size (45cm x 25cm x 20cm), for personal consumption, you can bring:
- food
- sealed soft drink and water non-glass bottles/cartons (up to 500ml)
- empty plastic/metal bottles/flasks (up to 1L) for refilling at free cold and hot water stations
- alcohol, only as follows:
  - Friday or Saturday – no alcohol can be brought into the events
  - Sunday – limited alcohol allowed into the event:
    - four unopened cans of beer/cider/wine/premixed spirits per adult
      OR
    - sealed plastic bottle(s) of wine/prosecco/champagne - up to 75cl per adult
  - Children under 18 cannot bring alcohol.
  - Challenge 25 is in effect. Be prepared to show a valid photo ID (passport, driving license, or PASS ID) at the entrances and inside the event when purchasing or drinking alcohol.
- No glass items permitted, including glass bottles and drinking glasses.
- If you need to bring unsealed baby milk/formula please contact us ahead of the event or for late/on the day bookers, on arrival at the event

You cannot bring any of the following to the event

Glass or ceramic items (including bottles, glasses, cups, jars, etc)
Knives or cutlery (except wooden and plastic)
Trolleys, hampers or cool boxes (cool bags are allowed within the specified bag size limits: 45cm x 25cm x 20cm). A trolley park area is located outside the event entrance (trolleys left at your own risk).
Barbecues (including disposable barbeques and camping stoves)
Medication, unless recognisable or accompanied by a doctor’s note or prescription.
Flags, flag poles, large umbrellas (1 metre or more), selfie stick
Shelters (tents, gazebos), kites and tables
Bikes cannot be brought into the event area – a bike parking area is located outside the event entrance (bikes left at your own risk).
Flammable items (flaming torches, fireworks, candles, lanterns, etc).
Generators, spray cans, aerosols, smoke or gas devices/canisters/cylinders.
Sound systems, megaphones or air-horns.
Weapons, dangerous items or lasers.
Unidentifiable substances or illegal drugs.
Aerial vehicles/devices (drones).
Zoom lenses or professional filming equipment.
Unauthorised merchandise, including any goods using unauthorised event logos or unofficial tabards, unauthorised reflective jackets.

Any items left at entrances or confiscated will be disposed of and cannot be returned upon exiting the site.

Terms & conditions

All standard booking terms and conditions apply, including:

tickets are non-refundable.
the event will not be cancelled unless there's a health and safety risk.

Additional, terms and conditions for this event:

No re-admission once you leave the event.
For safety reasons, and to ensure the comfort of those attending the event, the management reserves the right to reduce the overall footprint of your chosen seating area.
Darley Park is open to the public except for the event area.

At the event

WARNING: Smoke machines, strobe lights, pyrotechnics, and other effects may be in use at this event.
View a map of The Darley Park Weekender site
Toilets are located near the entrance and by the stage.
Unfortunately, no cloakroom or storage are available.

Access

Please visit The Darley Park Weekender Access page for information on the Accessible entrance and area, viewing platforms and more.

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