sparkythetortoise Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 In a similar vein, I thought I might try these out prior to worshiping at the altar of Steve Hillage on the Saturday 19 hours ago, Gnomicide said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perks Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 my tickets have been dispatched - im very excited Do you have to sign for them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjamest Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Mine just arrived in the normal post - no signature needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perks Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 4 hours ago, tjamest said: Mine just arrived in the normal post - no signature needed Cool, cheers, if I miss a signed for, I normally re-arrange delivery to me folks, but they're away. so was kinda hoping it wasn't a sign for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carreg_cennen Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Just booked our tickets , this is our First Bearded Theory , any recommendations for Bearded Virgins? particularly about parking where to camp etc ? Edited May 9, 2017 by carreg_cennen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjamest Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) As far as i remember there is only one parking area and from there only a short flat walk to the campsites. Last year we arrived at about 3.00pm on Thursday and it took about an hour to get in. We camped in the first place we found which turned out to be quiet/family which was fine for us, but it was only a few minutes walk to the rest of the campsites. Our first year last year and can heartily recommend, especially for those of a certain age - very friendly, can get everywhere in minutes and you can take your own booze anywhere Edited May 9, 2017 by tjamest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Amazing_Oblong Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Tickets dispatched 5th May but not arrived yet. Maybe tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carreg_cennen Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Thanks for the advice - I think we definitely qualify as 'Those of a certain age' Both in our fifties and suffering our first Glastonbury withdrawal in four years so decided on this as an alternative 1 hour ago, tjamest said: Our first year last year and can heartily recommend, especially for those of a certain age - very friendly, can get everywhere in minutes and you can take your own booze anywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHole2006 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Tickets arrived yesterday. Woohoo. See you all in 2 weeks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkythetortoise Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 20 hours ago, carreg_cennen said: Thanks for the advice - I think we definitely qualify as 'Those of a certain age' Both in our fifties and suffering our first Glastonbury withdrawal in four years so decided on this as an alternative As an attendee of both in his mid fifties, I can assure you that it will find favour. Imagine Avalon, The Glade and the Acoustic - with occasional shades of West Holts - all neatly packaged in together, with camping so close you can nip back between acts, and your car not much further. Super friendly folk and a nice wide age range. Proper beer at pub prices, or your own drink - which you can take into the arena - and a mix of acts, some of which will have you waxing nostalgically about your lost youth. Logistics of parking and camping aren't really an issue as its all so compact. Camping can be a bit noisy - only old school drums though - but the quiet/family camping area is well respected if you need your kip. That said, I stayed there first time round and got woken up at obscene o'clock by kids playing so if you like a lie in you're probably better of finding a distinct corner in ordinary camping. The only issue I now have is it's given me an existential crisis about why I continue to go to Glastonbury, but that's hardly BT's fault. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perks Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 (edited) 22 hours ago, BlackHole2006 said: Tickets arrived yesterday. Woohoo. See you all in 2 weeks! Mine too :-) ace Cant believe it's only 2 weeks away. Ordered sleeping bag today, 20%off mountain warehouse today. Code is Lake if anyone is interested Edited May 10, 2017 by Perks Can't spell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjamest Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 12 hours ago, Perks said: Mine too :-) ace Cant believe it's only 2 weeks away. Ordered sleeping bag today, 20%off mountain warehouse today. Code is Lake if anyone is interested Thanks I may try and get a slightly warmer one after last year's temperatures. I ended up buying a £10.00 duvet on site after the first night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perks Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 43 minutes ago, tjamest said: Thanks I may try and get a slightly warmer one after last year's temperatures. I ended up buying a £10.00 duvet on site after the first night. Yeah that's what I ordered a new warmer one. That was some cold last year. But as Gnom said it's a cheap price to pay for the sunny days!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generationgav Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 (edited) Quote Thanks I may try and get a slightly warmer one after last year's temperatures. I ended up buying a £10.00 duvet on site after the first night. We bought "decent" sleeping bags after a festival a few years ago, and honestly never looked back since. Wasn't even cold at BT last year once in the sleeping bags! Seriously, do it, worth every penny! Edited May 11, 2017 by generationgav Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjamest Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 5 hours ago, generationgav said: We bought "decent" sleeping bags after a festival a few years ago, and honestly never looked back since. Wasn't even cold at BT last year once in the sleeping bags! Seriously, do it, worth every penny! To be fair i have had the sleeping bag for several years and the only time i have been cold was last years BT, but you've convinced me that the time has come for a 'better' 3 season one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinhead Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Its cold and damp at night maybe cos a river runs though the site. Pack for cold nights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul ™ Posted May 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Warm in a van! Not long now, 2 weeks today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perks Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Saw 3DM last night. If I wasn't ridiculously excited about BT (which I was) I most certainly am now. Was a great vibe and dance. They are buzzing for BT, gave it a shout out, got a great response felt like half the room going. Done a Glastonbury shout out, only me responsed. Made me chuckle. Less than 2 weeks. Getting me tent sorted the weekend, booze infusions on the go. Good times Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Amazing_Oblong Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Tickets arrived. Bought new camp bed, £10 from Halfords. I actually bought one for Glastonbury last year but it was way higher than I thought when set up. Once I put it into my tent bedroom thingy my nose touched the roof of the bedroom. Wife thought it was hilarious This one is much lower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackHole2006 Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 On 11/05/2017 at 11:15 AM, generationgav said: We bought "decent" sleeping bags after a festival a few years ago, and honestly never looked back since. Wasn't even cold at BT last year once in the sleeping bags! Seriously, do it, worth every penny! I brought a top of the range, mountain equipment sleeping bag for like 70 quid. Hopefully it'll do the job. Last year I was shivering for ages before I went to sleep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucko Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Well done everyone involved. Really looking forward to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airds Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 .....back to the smaller bands heres a excellent one we saw at Bearded a couple of years ago...not the best video in the world but you get the drift Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airds Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 ...sure you have all heard these before, but for those who haven't... and even better live Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsider75 Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Looking forward to the first festival of the season. Attended BT for the first time last year and loved it. Will be first time festivaling by motorhome so looking forward to the extra comfort of a bed! Got BT, Glastonbury and Beautiful Days booked for 2017. Love them all but BT an BD's is certainly easier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlpowell Posted May 14, 2017 Report Share Posted May 14, 2017 anyone got a spare campervan ticket for sale ???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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