Stonehenge Solistice

[jessicalambruby]

Hi Guys,

I couldn't see a topic about the Summer Solistice for 2012 yet when I searched so I hope you don't mind me making a new one.

I'm a ethnographic filmmaker looking for ANYONE going to this summers solistice, pagans, tourists, people just there for the atmosphere... I'm looking to make a film about the differing personalities that go to the solistice and their reasons for going.

If you'll be at this summers celebration please get in touch. I'd love to make some contacts with people willing to be filmed that weekend. If not, I'd still like to hear from you just to pick your brains, I've never been before so I want to know as much as possible before I head off with my tent and video camera.

Either reply to this thread or contact me on jessicalambruby@gmail.com

Thanks,

Jess

Manchester

[eFestivals]

hi Jess,

It's not possible to camp at Stonehenge for the solstice - so no tent needed.

[barryallott]

When is it this year? I have read on another site that because of the leap year it is Tuesday 19th - Wednesday 20th. Can anyone confirm?

[hayleycurran]

Its next Wednesday night!! Wed 20th June-come-its amazing!!!!

[Josie's Cat]

I'm thinking of going - is it worth trying to use the site car parks, or better to drive to Salisbury and get public transport? Any info greatly appreciated, driving from Devon so not too far.

[HappyPete]

I'm looking for a ride : )

Can anyone help?

I'm currenlty in Suffolk but can train to London if it makes it easier : )

Thanks!! HappyPete 07752 974 960 happypete@email.com

PS Happy to help with your film work Jess!

PPS I'm also from Manchester!

[MollyRhiannonBirt]

People missioned from all over the country, wading through mud and terrential downpour to be part of this year's summer solstice celebrations. The atmosphere was enchanting as people danced around the stones and pagans and druids played rhythmic percussion to celebrate the longest day of the year. Spirits were high despite the soggy conditions and festival goers held no hindrance to clamber and slide their way around the muddy stones.

As it got light the magical atmosphere lifted and when the time struck 4:50 everyone watched eagerly accross the fields waiting for the sun to mark their celebration. Mist and cloud overhung the ancient stones making it impossible to see the sunrise, however morale remained high as druids blew horns and thousands of people cheered to welcome the solstice.

The site was well equipt with food and toilet services as well as a safety deposit area for luggage which many people found a massive help after a long journey. Entrants to the site also got provided with make-shift rain macks which was recieved gratefully by the drenched travellers who continued to make the best out of the rainstorm. Festival workers helped keep the site safe by providing glass bottle bins on entry and stewards patrolled with rubbish bags to help maintain cleanliness and pay respect to the ancient stones.

Despite the rainy conditions, this year’s summer solstice was a magical experience and all that attended said they would definitely be bringing their wellies and rainmacks for the 2013 celebrations!