Whether you’re throwing a festival, running a live event, or just trying to stop your crew from forming a conga line around the only working hotspot – Bark & Nurd has you covered.
We’re the UK’s go-to geeks for rock-solid Event WiFi, friendly on-site support, and tech setups that actually work – yes, even in the middle of a field next to a goat yoga tent.
From backstage bandwidth to contactless chaos control, we bring the brains, the gear, and a sense of humour tough enough to survive the mud, the crowds, and your mate Steve trying to “fix the router” mid-headline.
Why Choose Bark & Nurd?
Ultra-Fast & Secure – Lightning-fast, fibre-grade connectivity using our own private network.
Scalable & Reliable – From intimate gatherings to 50,000-strong festivals, our networks grow with your event.
On-Site Support – Our team stays with you from setup to shutdown – no ghosting, just geeky goodness.
Flexible Packages – Bespoke plans, including PAYG for on-site traders and vendors. No faff, just fast.
We’ve Got Everyone Covered
Crew & Production – Keep backstage connected and the radios crackling.
Traders & Vendors – Payment systems that don’t crash mid-sale.
Sponsors & VIPs – Premium connectivity for your top-tier guests.
Public WiFi – A seamless connection so attendees can post, stream, and tag without buffering rage.
How It Works
Plan – We assess your site and tailor the tech to fit.
Install – Our crew sets it all up – no drama.
Support – We stay on-site to keep it all running smoothly.
Review – Post-event insights and tips for next time.
“Why do I need WiFi at my event? There’s 4G/5G coverage!”
A great question – and a super common one from event organisers. Yes, you might have signal on paper- but that doesn’t mean the network can actually cope with your crowd.
Here’s why:
Mobile Masts Have a Maximum Capacity
4G and 5G masts can only handle a limited number of simultaneous connections. Each mast has:
- A set number of radio channels for voice
- A fixed amount of bandwidth to split between all connected users
Think of it like a motorway:
More users = more traffic = slower speeds
Too many users = gridlock = dropped calls and failed messages
5G Isn’t a Magic Fix
While 5G has more capacity and faster speeds, it also relies on smaller cells and higher frequencies that don’t travel as far or penetrate buildings as well.
So in a busy crowd, even 5G can get overwhelmed.
Voice Calls Use Different Channels
Voice calls (especially on older networks) use dedicated voice circuits, and once those are full, you can’t make or receive calls – even if you’ve got signal bars showing. This is why texts or app messages might still work, but you can’t make a call.
The Bark & Nurd Advantage
At events, festivals, or large gatherings, we often set up dedicated private WiFi networks (like we do at Bark & Nurd) to take the pressure off public networks. That means:
- Faster speeds for staff and traders
- Reliable comms for security and production
- Happier guests who can actually post their selfies, and spend money
Full bars = full bandwidth
Your phone might show 4G or 5G, but that mast is doing overtime. With too many users, everyone’s experience suffers. The fix? Add private networks and infrastructure that scale with the crowd – something Bark & Nurd do best at events across the UK.