Festival Blog
Guides, packing tips, interviews and news from the UK festival scene.
Tickets & Money · 5 min read
How Much Money Should You Take to a Festival?
A realistic breakdown of what you'll spend on food, drink, travel and extras once the ticket is paid for.
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Camping & Kit · 5 min read
How to Keep Your Tent Dry at a British Festival
Rain is a near certainty at a UK festival. Here is how to pitch, pack and behave so you still wake up dry.
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Camping & Kit · 5 min read
What to Pack for a UK Festival: The Complete Checklist
Everything you actually need for a weekend under canvas in Britain, sorted into tent, arena and toiletry bags…
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Planning Your Trip · 5 min read
How to Choose the Right Festival for You
Line-up is the worst way to choose a festival. Size, site, crowd and camping set-up matter far more.
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Planning Your Trip · 5 min read
What's the Difference Between a Music Festival and a Boutique Festival?
Both play music in a field. Almost everything else about them is different.
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Safety · 5 min read
What Are You Not Allowed to Take Into a Festival?
Glass, gazebos, drones and disposable barbecues are the usual casualties. Here is what UK festivals typically…
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Tickets & Money · 6 min read
How Do Festival Wristbands Work?
Why they're non-transferable, what RFID actually does, and what to do if yours breaks or comes off.
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Tickets & Money · 5 min read
Day Ticket vs Weekend Camping: Which Should You Choose?
Camping is cheaper per day and gives you the full experience. Day tickets give you a real bed. Here's how to d…
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Tickets & Money · 5 min read
How Far in Advance Should You Book Festival Tickets?
Some festivals sell out in an hour without a line-up. Others have tickets on the gate. Knowing which is which…
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