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We’re working hard to answer every question, and we’ll continually share updates as soon as we can.
LAST UPDATED: 18:55am, 2nd September 2026.
A GoFundMe has been set up in loving memory of Pastor Robert Guanco by his church, Jesus the Living Water World Wide Church. Every donation, no matter how large or small, will make a meaningful difference and help ease some of the financial burden on his family as they grieve, heal and support one another through the days ahead.
You can donate here: In Loving Memory of Pastor Robert Guanco
Please continue to hold his family, his church and everyone affected in your prayers. Thank you.
You can donate here: In Loving Memory of Pastor Robert Guanco
Please continue to hold his family, his church and everyone affected in your prayers. Thank you.
If you were at Big Church Festival last weekend, we want you to know that we are thinking of you.
What happened on Friday was a tragedy, and we know that many of you – whether you witnessed the incident directly, gave support or were simply present on site – may be finding these days difficult. That is completely understandable.
On our Processing what happened page you will find some gentle guidance on caring for yourself in the days ahead, details of organisations offering immediate support, and information about the further support we are putting in place for those most directly involved.
What happened on Friday was a tragedy, and we know that many of you – whether you witnessed the incident directly, gave support or were simply present on site – may be finding these days difficult. That is completely understandable.
On our Processing what happened page you will find some gentle guidance on caring for yourself in the days ahead, details of organisations offering immediate support, and information about the further support we are putting in place for those most directly involved.
Please read our Public Statement for up-to-date information.
Our team is busy collecting and logging all lost property. If you've left something behind, please complete this form (Link here) and we’ll work hard to find your missing item.
To help us track it down, we just need a little more detail from you.
Could you let us know:
Once we've got this, we'll do our best to reunite you with your belongings. Thank you for bearing with us.
- A more detailed description of the item
- A photo, if you have one
- Any brand names or identifying features (initials, stickers, cases, etc.)
Once we've got this, we'll do our best to reunite you with your belongings. Thank you for bearing with us.
We understand that people will have questions about tickets and refunds following the early closure of the festival. We will be in touch with all ticket holders as soon as we possibly can. Thank you for your patience.
We will share updates as soon as we possibly can on our website.
Sussex Police have urged anyone with any information or any relevant footage to contact them. It can be reported online or via a call to 101, quoting Operation Igloo.
For media enquiries, please email [email protected].