I have just decided to go to the Isle of Wight

[Ashaz42]

Through a long string of events, my girlfriend decided not to go, so she's giving me her ticket (I win) and even though I don't know anybody going, that's cool. I just have a few questions about the festival (I've only ever been to Reading 3 times, so I'm not new to festivals, though I'm doing Glasto this year too) if you'd be kind enough to answer. By the way, I'm 18 years old, but not the annoying, destructive type who you consider your usual Reading goer. I have literally ZERO idea about the festival, except that it's on the Isle of Wight. Any comments not related to the

From what I hear, it's quite a chilled festival, which is cool. Is there anything to do at night time? Or during the day when bands aren't on. I'm not too big on the lineup (The only standout acts I wanna see are Pixies, Complete Stone Roses, Ultravox, Prodigy and Pendulum) so is there anything else to do? Or usual daytime stuff at festivals (wander round with food and beer enjoying the festival)? Either way I'm happy.

As my last ever A-level exam is on the thursday morning, will I be able to find a decent camping spot on the thursday evening?

Speaking of camping, where would you recommend camping? Any specific areas that are good? Does each camp have a personality such as the ones in Reading? Especially for a young'n who'd like to enjoy some late night activities? Are there any activities after the bands? Silent Disco etc?

Is the arena seperate to the camp, like Reading, or all together with the camp ground like Glastonbury?

Thanks for taking the time to read this, anything (I mean literally ANYTHING) will be appreciated as I'm going alone (which is fine, not too fussed about that, I can make friends) so a bit apprehensive about a festival I know nothing about? Also, just after writing this, I'm going to search the web for some answers.

Thanks for any future help.

[carmenb]

hello

Well I can try and answer some of the questions

There are three seperate areas the main stage area then a area with the big top and bars that play music which are open when stage is going on and after the main stage has finished.

I think actually the big top stays open a bit later, unfortunately due to the fact that my memory gets very hazy after acts finish not sure when it all closes think 2am or 3?

But there is music playing by the bar in the main camping eating area which I think goes all night, plus the camping area is bound to be something going on.

The camp site is seperate from the big top and main stage areas, but during the day you can walk or get a bus into town and have a drink in the pub, or in the morning head out of the site for a cheap breakie at Morrisons.

If you’re not driving then don’t bring to much drink and food with you as can go into town and visit Morrisons and stock up.

The best spots generally go during Thursday but I’m sure we can save you a space, saying that I was rubbish at doing that last year but I’m sure we can try.

[russellelly]

Through a long string of events, my girlfriend decided not to go, so she's giving me her ticket (I win) and even though I don't know anybody going, that's cool. I just have a few questions about the festival (I've only ever been to Reading 3 times, so I'm not new to festivals, though I'm doing Glasto this year too) if you'd be kind enough to answer. By the way, I'm 18 years old, but not the annoying, destructive type who you consider your usual Reading goer. I have literally ZERO idea about the festival, except that it's on the Isle of Wight. Any comments not related to the

From what I hear, it's quite a chilled festival, which is cool. Is there anything to do at night time? Or during the day when bands aren't on. I'm not too big on the lineup (The only standout acts I wanna see are Pixies, Complete Stone Roses, Ultravox, Prodigy and Pendulum) so is there anything else to do? Or usual daytime stuff at festivals (wander round with food and beer enjoying the festival)? Either way I'm happy.

[Ashaz42]

Thanks a lot, both of you, I might just join the efests Camp. Should be a good laugh, I'm mostly there for the festival atmosphere more than anything (I hear it is wonderful).

Cheers for your help, I shall make sure to post here more often.

[pc18568]

The efests camp is a great laugh. I come back every year and buy tickets before any bands are announced. I really view the festival as a holiday with a chance to meet up with old friends, sit in the sun, drink too much and maybe watch some bands.

[steamin'-mcnab]

Theres bands?! i just though it was a big piss up

[Big Jock]

Theres bands?! i just though it was a big piss up

[Lauz_Abbott]

Theres bands?! i just though it was a big piss up

[Big Jock]

ha i always get more excited about the camping than the bands!!

[steamin'-mcnab]

no but i did consider joining them, lol

[Big Jock]

no but i did consider joining them, lol

[steamin'-mcnab]

I was annoyed with myself as I didn't take a picture of the bloke as it was quite comical.

Edited May 12, 2009 by steamin'-mcnab