Safe space for festival-goers

The Safe Space tent at the Hebridean Celtic Festival provided a monitored rest and recovery area for those that may have taken too much alcohol or substances or may have just felt anxious and needed some emotional and practical support.

The tent was situated in the festival grounds and was staffed over the three days by experienced and supportive volunteers who were trained to manage risks to festival goers.

Everyone who came into the tent was well looked after. Anyone requiring additional support was safely passed to the care of the on-site paramedics and ambulance crew, reducing the need for the person to be taken to hospital.

This service would not be possible without the amazing team of staff and volunteers who come from a range of backgrounds such as Action for Children, NHS Western Isles, Outer Hebrides Alcohol and Drug Partnership and other organisations, including third sector.