Woman dies at Houghton Festival
Norfolk Police say her death is not being treated as suspicious
A woman has died at Houghton Festival.
Norfolk Constabulary said officers were called to the festival at 8:11pm on Sunday, 9th August, following concerns for the safety of a woman found unconscious inside a tent.
Officers attended along with the on-site medical team, but despite their efforts she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said her next of kin have been informed.
The death is currently being treated as unexplained but is not believed to be suspicious, and enquiries are ongoing.
A spokesperson for Houghton Festival said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm that a person has passed away at Houghton 2026. Our thoughts are entirely with their family and loved ones at this difficult time. We are grateful to our onsite medical team, event response team and to Norfolk Constabulary, who all responded immediately."
The festival said it would continue to work closely with the relevant authorities to support the investigation.