Man dies, six injured after sign collapses at Big Church Festival

A man has died and at least six other people were injured after a large sign collapsed at the Big Church Festival in West Sussex on Friday, August 28, 2026. The incident occurred at the festival site at Wiston Park near Steyning, prompting the immediate cancellation of the event. Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 3:38 p.m. following reports that a large wooden sign had fallen on festivalgoers. A 41-year-old man from Eastbourne was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. At least six other individuals were injured and transported to the hospital for treatment.