What size tent can I take to Glastonbury?
There is no size limitation regarding tents at Glastonbury but you should remember that if you are not arriving until Thursday evening or Friday then you will almost certainly struggle to find a patch of grass big enough to pitch a large family sized tent.
What happens to all the tents left at Glastonbury?
On Tuesday, Eavis posted on Instagram that “99.3% of all tents were taken home” based on analysing aerial photographs of the site during and after the event. She said there was still work to be done in terms of improving the clean-up and ensuring more items were removed from the site after the festival.
Can you take your own tent to Glastonbury?
Please bring a sturdy tent (and take it back home with you). Although you’ll be able buy pretty much anything you need here on site, from 2019 there will be fewer camping equipment stores than there have been in the past. So please bring a sturdy tent that will last a lifetime of festival camping.
Where is the best camping at Glastonbury?
The Dairy Ground is the best place to go for chilled camping. It’s a huge space near The Park Stage (past the big ribbon tower). It’s about as far away from the south east corner as you can get, but an easy walk down the main walkway. It’s not too far to the Other Stage, with Arcadia’s Pangea really close by.
Can you sleep in your car at Glastonbury?
No. Sleeping in vehicles in the car parks is strictly forbidden, as it is contrary to our licence. Regular checks will be made by Security patrols. Separate fields for ticket holders to park campervans and caravans are available.
Has Madonna ever done Glastonbury?
Despite a career spanning more than 30 years, she has never appeared at Somerset’s Worthy Farm and is the top pick for the event as she gears up for the release of her 14th studio album.
Has anyone ever died at Glastonbury festival?
Two festivalgoers died in 2014: a 26-year-old man who suffered an adverse reaction to the drug ketamine and a 67-year-old woman who died of natural causes.
How much does it cost to clean up Glastonbury?
More than 1,000 volunteers have been left with the job of cleaning up after the music festival, binning tonnes of rubbish and salvaging as much as possible to recycle in its aftermath. The clean up, which costs about £785,000 and is expected to last six weeks, began as 200,000 festival-goers head home.
What farm is Glastonbury on?
Worthy Farm
Home to the Eavis family for two centuries, Worthy Farm lies on the edge of Pilton village, a 15-minute drive from the hippy, historic town of Glastonbury. It has hosted the festival for 50 years, starting in 1970.
Is there family camping at Glastonbury?
There are two Family Camping Fields: the Cockmill Meadow near the Kidz Field and another on the north-west of the site at Wicket Ground. Families do not need a special ticket to camp in the Family fields, but it is not possible to reserve space in advance (and they can fill up quickly).
Can you take a trailer tent to Glastonbury?
Yes, as long as it is a purpose-built, manufacturer-made trailer tent. Can I bring a winnebago or extra large caravan? Yes. However, for all vehicles longer than 8 metres it will be necessary to purchase a large caravan/campervan ticket to cover the extra space required.
How many tents are there at Worthy Farm?
A mini online-only version of the festival ran in June (last year was cancelled), but owner Michael Eavis and family are welcoming people to Worthy Farm this summer by, for the first time, opening it as a campsite. For six weeks, visitors can stay in one of 750 pre-erected tents dotted across the site.
When do worthy pastures open at Glastonbury?
OPEN NOW FOR THE SUMMER! OPEN NOW FOR THE SUMMER! Worthy Pastures: Pre-erected camping on the Glastonbury Festival site from 23rd July to 31st August 2021!
Is there a Glasto campsite at Worthy Farm?
This year, though, thanks to Covid, the Glasto experience is rather different. A mini online-only version of the festival ran in June (last year was cancelled), but owner Michael Eavis and family are welcoming people to Worthy Farm this summer by, for the first time, opening it as a campsite.
Why was Worthy Farm cancelled for this years Glastonbury?
Worthy Farm, the home of the Glastonbury music festival, has cancelled this year’s iteration of the earth-shaking event because of Covid-19 but is inviting people to come and camp at a “tranquil, family friendly ” site.