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On 4/9/2024 at 9:14 PM, Neil said:
my last: number 30, was last year, and i didn't think of doing anything special cos it was my last, except relaxing into it and enjoying it to the full, getting around to see a few old friends who have been a constant part of my glastonbury experience
Well done Neil
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A lovely experience watching the customers arriving.
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On 4/2/2024 at 5:45 PM, SteveGlastonbury said:
Hi Lisa,
Full disclosure, my preference would be to just buy a ticket but cannot face the idea of watching Glastonbury on the tv so needs must and when I've missed out on a ticket I've volunteered for Oxfam in 2019, WaterAid 2023 and Avalon this year!
I'm pretty squeamish when it comes to public toilets but is wasn't that bad, breath through your mouth, wear the gloves provided and never look down!
Campsite is in a great spot, behind the Eavis's farmhouse, with hot showers and great catering in the next field with a subsidised bar (shared with the recycling crew) though the camping field does have quite a slope and you're packed in but everyone was friendly and respectful, but take ear plugs.
Our Loo crew Shifts were 4x 6 hours, but spread over the 24 hour clock and five days so as an example we worked: Wed. 6pm - midnight, Thu. midnight to Friday 6am, Sat. 6am - noon and Sunday 6pm - midnight. But has been mentioned 'travel time' is included, so on early shift you could roll out of bed fifteen minutes before you start, sign in in the camping field and then walk to your starting point, we were SE Corner that took at least forty minutes to walk there, longer if it was crowded and then the same going home, so if you're volunteering at a far point the shift ends up being closer to four hours rather than six.
You also get reasonable breaks during your shift and as been mentioned you can be in the middle of the action as you walk around the site and people are SO grateful for what you're doing, imagine the SE Corner loos at 4am, quite the spot, but tens if not hundreds of people thanked us for the cleanish loos!
Of course Oxfam has it's advantages, parking next to the campsite, more space etc., I had eight hour shifts on a quiet vehicle gate that did drag, but I could breath through my nose...
Either way you're in the fields and not watching on the tv, good luck!
Steve
You Absolutely Beautiful Loo people. Once you're in . You're In for evermore.
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One of my friends brought plimsols to the festival one year to wear on his feet, even though they would be walking a considerable distant each day through volunteering. They lived to regret it. Walking boots the following year.
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On 4/2/2024 at 8:07 PM, Lisanextdoor said:
Thanks for taking the time to reply Steve. I’ve done oxfam the last three festivals after zero luck in ticket sales. Have hardly missed a festival since 2010 but seems that getting a ticket just doesn’t happen for us anymore. I spoke to friends who’ve done water aid and I reckon I can handle it. I’m not that squeamish. I love the fact that shifts start in the field so you don’t have the risk of waking for an hour like you can with oxfam. I’m not on the night shifts at SE corner so all my shifts are done by midnight. My friend got Avalon this year but I wasn’t lucky in the drawer but reading these forums all the different volunteering options have pros and cons. And all better than missing out and watching on the tv.
Go for it
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On 4/2/2024 at 8:29 PM, ibilly99 said:
Veteran recycler here now on my 9th year doing the sheds after festival. Big shout out to Water Aid and the loo cleaners - they always do a brilliant job and I never forget to thank them and try to clean up anyway after I have finished if necessary. I think Water Aid have taken on a lot a more few years back I had finished in the Other Stage and was thanking a lady who was cleaning, and she didn't understand a word I was gibbering. Brexit has finished all of that now, sadly, so it's only home-grown cleaners now. The loos in my humble opinion have never been better - Michaels' infrastructure project with the Mark IV long drops with their 20000 gallons capacity means most don't need emptying at all until after the festival bar the main areas. Thankfully the pilot with the roof has gone as well as it just kept the pong even more concentrated around the drops. They seem to be cleaned after each use by the Water Aid workers who take their job seriously and doping an amazing job. Same with the sinks and soaps as well. It's rare and welcome we see very few hired expensive plastic loos any more. In house infrastructure works - if only the Tories had taken the same approach to ours.
Excellent account. Loo cleaners are the best people at Glastonbury in my very humble view
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5 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:
There is lots of room
On 3/30/2024 at 9:24 PM, marathonsteve said:Just go for it. A Once in a life time Experience.
Go for it
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On 3/30/2024 at 9:25 PM, marathonsteve said:
We go to the Hill to watch the Customers come in Absolutely Beautiful
There is lots of room
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5 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:
Water Aid Volunteers do a Absolute Brilliant Job
Why would you buy a ticket when you can Volunteer
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1 hour ago, ibilly99 said:
Veteran recycler here now on my 9th year doing the sheds after festival. Big shout out to Water Aid and the loo cleaners - they always do a brilliant job and I never forget to thank them and try to clean up anyway after I have finished if necessary. I think Water Aid have taken on a lot a more few years back I had finished in the Other Stage and was thanking a lady who was cleaning, and she didn't understand a word I was gibbering. Brexit has finished all of that now, sadly, so it's only home-grown cleaners now. The loos in my humble opinion have never been better - Michaels' infrastructure project with the Mark IV long drops with their 20000 gallons capacity means most don't need emptying at all until after the festival bar the main areas. Thankfully the pilot with the roof has gone as well as it just kept the pong even more concentrated around the drops. They seem to be cleaned after each use by the Water Aid workers who take their job seriously and doping an amazing job. Same with the sinks and soaps as well. It's rare and welcome we see very few hired expensive plastic loos any more. In house infrastructure works - if only the Tories had taken the same approach to ours.
Water Aid Volunteers do a Absolute Brilliant Job
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22 hours ago, Neil said:
glasto is great keep going until you've clocked up 30 festivals. 🙂
My daughter and her friends will pay their balance
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4 minutes ago, Gaz_88 said:
STOP. We know you have a beef with Oxfam but this is now pathetic
5 minutes ago, Gaz_88 said:STOP. We know you have a beef with Oxfam but this is now pathetic
. I used to recruit Home care workers from many different countries to work here in the UK. That s not legal .
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On 2/29/2024 at 10:12 AM, gooner1990 said:
Not music related I know but sad to hear this....always enjoyed their shows. 😞
Dave Myers: The Hairy Bikers star, who had cancer, dies at 66 - BBC News
Guttered
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13 minutes ago, Ayrshire Chris said:
Yes, great night of viewing on bbc4. Music that really connected with the fans.
Very True
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Just now, marathonsteve said:
Hiya We are most interested in where you have got that from . I used to recruit Home care workers from many different countries to work here in the UK. That s not legal .
Show us all where this is allowed.
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11 hours ago, Festival Sounds Podcast said:
Yes it is. It’s required due to right to work legislation and in this case, to prove that you are a British citizen. This can be done with either a current or expired passport.
Mate, it’s been said before, you are bringing odd vibes to this thread that has been a source of help for a lot of people.
Hiya We are most interested in where you have got that from . I used to recruit Home care workers from many different countries to work here in the UK. That s not legal .
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35 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:
I am sincerely sorry that having a discussion about volunteers / customers with disabilities have upset you and are giving you an odd vibe. My absolute apologies to you.
mate
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Your health and safety at this festival and others are your main concern . I would buy my own drinks.
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Just now, marathonsteve said:
sounds Good
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1 hour ago, broken monkey said:
The group I found are via Facebook and are a lovely bunch. Apparently were banned from being mentioned on here so I don’t want to break any rules by linking. Camped in Oxlyers which was a new experience for me.
Happy to share any info or answer questions.
Also back up with @Scrumpthat the Wednesday meetup was great fun and well worth attending finally.
sounds Good
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I am sussing out how much I can get as a discount on a crate of beer. Is it just me. !!!!!!
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10 hours ago, Festival Sounds Podcast said:
Yes it is. It’s required due to right to work legislation and in this case, to prove that you are a British citizen. This can be done with either a current or expired passport.
Mate, it’s been said before, you are bringing odd vibes to this thread that has been a source of help for a lot of people.
I am sincerely sorry that having a discussion about volunteers / customers with disabilities have upset you and are giving you an odd vibe. My absolute apologies to you.
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On 7/6/2023 at 7:59 PM, John from Birmingham Al said:
I have wanted to go to Glastonbury for many years. However I have no friends or family interested in making the trip. I would like any suggestions to help me plan and make the trek successfully and safely. Are there any groups available for newbies to tag along? Thanks
Volunteer
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2 hours ago, Mich1268 said:
I haven't been to the hill at sun down for a good few years. I am going with some 1st timers and think they should see it. Is Wednesday really rammed? Is Thursday any better?
We go to the Hill to watch the Customers come in Absolutely Beautiful
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What would you make sure to do at your last Glastonbury?
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Yes its Old friends you want to see.