sinned666 Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 This post applies to everyone. I thought it would be a good idea for us all to post up some tips about glastonbury. Anything from what to take, to how to pack would be great. I think then anyone who may be a glasto veteran or newbie will see the idea and think why didnt i think of that and then do it at the festival thus making life easier.. My suggestion is taking a money belt. There alot harder to lose, You can sleep with them on, and can be hidden under clothing making it harder for the oppurtunist theif spotting what pocket you have just popped your wallet, cash into. Good to hold valuables in also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wigstonmania Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 buy spare batteries for your phone and charge them before you go so you dont have to enter the farce that is the orange charge tent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cky Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 buy spare batteries for your phone and charge them before you go so you dont have to enter the farce that is the orange charge tent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinned666 Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Very good tip, you can often get extremely cheap clone batteries; I bought a couple of these and have no worries about running out of phone power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Androoo Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) Take an ounce of common sense, and perhaps at least half an ounce of foreign herbage.... Seriously though, I'd say the absolute essentials were: Sunblock for hot weather, boots and waterproof coat for wet weather, good sweater for cold weather. A secure pocket for yer money Enough food and money to sustain yourself for your stay on the farm. If I had a tip for newbies it might be don't take too much stuff! Edited April 18, 2008 by Androoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Late Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Very good tip, you can often get extremely cheap clone batteries; I bought a couple of these and have no worries about running out of phone power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladybug-nina Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Ladies get a Whizz freedom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fur_q Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 top topic starting and top tips so far mine packmate bags (other brands are available but not as durable IMO) not only do they reduce the area your cloths take up when packing but they keep you cloths dry and fresh in your tent. tip number two search ebay for UFO led light there are loads available, they're cheap, light, bright, the batteries last ages and the bulbs will last years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showmethestones Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) Look after your feet, they are your friend, if the weather is bad you will be on them more than not. Take plenty of spare socks, Welly boots or Hiking boots will be needed if the weather is shit, if its really shit wellys ARE needed. Remember Glasto is NOT a fashion show, prepare for everything, warm jumpers etc for night and light waterproves for the rain Edited April 18, 2008 by showmethestones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Late Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 If your not used to walking 3 miles a day on an uneven surface, then get some walking done before the festival. Especially in the boots you are planning to wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wigstonmania Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 sorry you dont need wellies i survived last year in converse and bin bags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve P Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Make sure you remember all the landmarks around where you've camped. When you get back from your first big wander around site you can be sure the the campsite won't look the same (especially at night) as when you left it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie_and_a_pint Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Buy some athlete's foot cream to treat the nasties you'll get if you spend five days in Converse and bin bags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wigstonmania Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Buy some athlete's foot cream to treat the nasties you'll get if you spend five days in Converse and bin bags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Ryan- Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Top tip for blokes: Buy a male urinal like this and you don't have to leave your tent and walk for ages in the cold and rain to take a slash at whatever ungodly hour the need arises. An aboslute gem after a heavy night. If you think that's horrible then you're welcome to take the walk of doom to the longdrops after a night on Brothers' finest A good idea if you're taking a digital camera (or a phone camera I suppose) is to write your address/email/phone number down and take a photo of it. Have it as the first photo that comes up on the camera display when you turn it on. That way a kind soul who finds it in the mud can get in touch and you won't lose all those precious memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladybug-nina Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Make yourself a flag and buy a fishing pole to put it on. You can 1. put it near your tent so you can find it or 2. take it for a wakie so in a big crowd all your mates can find you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladybug-nina Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 A good idea if you're taking a digital camera (or a phone camera I suppose) is to write your address/email/phone number down and take a photo of it. Have it as the first photo that comes up on the camera display when you turn it on. That way a kind soul who finds it in the mud can get in touch and you won't lose all those precious memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William of Walworth Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Top tip for blokes: Buy a male urinal like this and you don't have to leave your tent and walk for ages in the cold and rain to take a slash at whatever ungodly hour the need arises. An aboslute gem after a heavy night. If you think that's horrible then you're welcome to take the walk of doom to the longdrops after a night on Brothers' finest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William of Walworth Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) sorry you dont need wellies i survived last year in converse and bin bags Edited April 18, 2008 by William of Walworth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wigstonmania Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 to be honest i found that i had more purchase on the solid ground beneath the mud so i wasnt slipping everywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faithhopeandtrick Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) Buy some athlete's foot cream to treat the nasties you'll get if you spend five days in Converse and bin bags Edited April 18, 2008 by faithhopeandtrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William of Walworth Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 WETWIPES and TORCH. Leaving either of these behind = misery .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lalala Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Also make sure you use the new battery a bit before the festival, as it takes a good few full charges / discharges before a new battery reaches its peak performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William of Walworth Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) to be honest i found that i had more purchase on the solid ground beneath the mud so i wasnt slipping everywhere Edited April 18, 2008 by William of Walworth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark542 Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 Very good tip, you can often get extremely cheap clone batteries; I bought a couple of these and have no worries about running out of phone power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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