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  1. On 3/27/2024 at 7:52 PM, Lisanextdoor said:

    I got loo crew today. I’ve volunteered with oxfam 3 times and was hoping to get a late space there. Quite interested to try a new type of work at the festival and grateful to be in. Has anyone done it before? How was it? Was thinking of hanging on for late oxfam space but reading the chat in here it’s probably best to take the actual offer rather than three more months of refreshing the oxfam page. 

    Just go for it.  Don't hang around . You will meet new people with a different attitude towards the festival.

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  2. 2 hours ago, Johnnyseven said:

    I haven't done it but a friend did Loo Crew for the first time last year whilst I did Oxfam for the first time. What he had to do seemed a lot more cushty than me. For example, he had to sign in to each shift at the Wateraid campsite whilst I had to be at my shift location at the start of my shift - so travel time to his shift location was included in his shift while mine wasn't and it can be a very long way to where your shift is. His team had a set route of loos to clean for his shift and once his team had done them they got to end for the day (he said they always finished early). I had to stay at my post for the whole shift and could only leave once the team replacing us had arrived - which wasn't always at the correct time! If I hadn't got a coach ticket this year I was planning to try for Wateraid, I did a 6 mile sponsored swim and raised a few hundred quid for them in September last year so I was hoping that would help my chances of getting a place.

    I personally would have thought so, as long as you put your application in early enough.

  3. 3 hours ago, Armourman said:

    For those who have done Avalon - what ID do you need? Would rather not take my passport as I will 100% lose it. Driving licence is quite old and picture now looks mothing like me since I'm a fat barsteward (pun intended) these days and worried they might not accept it

    If you are in any doubt, take your passport and put it at the earliest opportunity in a Lockup. 

  4. On 3/25/2024 at 7:00 PM, Neil said:

    if you think you need the medical tent,  set off early it might be on the opposite side of the site, and there might be a long wait to be seen  when you get there.

    in 30 glastonbury's I've only needed the medical tent a couple of times and I've been impressed with what they do. thanks people!

     

    The tent is way up the hill and there is always a queue when I pass by, Gets bigger as the fest goes on.

  5. 1 hour ago, ukmountie said:

    I’m in a similar position to @MrZigster. I’ve had the offer for Avalon/Calm. I’ve no problem with the shifts or being on my feet, but Bristol, and having to walk to the bus on Monday is killer.

    I’ve done coach before, but stayed at Sticklinch so no tent to carry. I can make that up by carrying less booze, but it’s still a lot of stuff.

    Against that is the risk of not going at all, which is a big one. Plus my friend and I were considering coach to increase our chances. So I obvs hadn’t ruled out Bristol or Walking with my kit.

     

    Ah well, a few more days to decide.

    I would endeavour to email them again.UkMountie

  6. 21 hours ago, MrZigster said:

    Have enjoyed the interesting debate regarding Reasonable Adjustments versus just being an older and/or unfit lazy git.

    It is with deep regret that with the deposit deadline looming I have just emailed Hannah to withdraw my Avalon spot because I have become the latter. I'm just not fit enough to carry the bare minimum necessary camping gear to and fro without a sack trolley these days, and you're not really meant to take them on the coach. Space is limited.

    That and the whole new (for me) getting to Bristol malarkey nightmare that I have whinged enough about already in this thread. Plus the additional moved goalpost this year of having to traipse across the whole site on the Monday to get to the return coaches.

    Decided I just can't risk the risk of not being able to manage it all and getting seriously stranded somehow. I'm fine standing for long periods so completing shifts is not an issue. It's just the getting there and back.

    Rather pissed off that this could all be solved if I could only drive myself to site rather than the ridiculousness having to drive past the site to catch a coach that then doubles back on my route. Green it is not. Would willingly pay going price or more for a parking pass.

    I totally get the reasoning. I'm sure most people would prefer to make their own way there and a couple of hundred(?) or so more cars would be a logistical nightmare. It is what it is.

    Will still be trying in the resale.

    @StoneCircleI honestly don't know how you still do it. Respect.

    Definitely a class system when it comes to volunteers. Avalon/ex Shelter aren't on site 'till the Tuesday. Personal transport allowed close to quiet campsite bourgeoisie you lot are. /s lol.

    I would try and email them anyhow even though you said you canceled , just to see what they would say, you might be surprised MrZigster.

  7. On 3/25/2024 at 4:59 PM, StoneCircle said:

    I have used the Accessible Facilities since 2011, you will need to register with the Accessible Team to do this - further information on registering can be found here - https://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/information/access-information/

    New this year (proof of your disability is required) you also have to register with Nimbus and obtain either a Nimbus Card - £15 for 3 years or a Nimbus Glastonbury Pass which is free. further information can be found here - https://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/information/access-information/registering-to-use-the-accessible-facilities-onsite/ 

    ***The deadline for Access Applications is the 30th April 2024, however I would recommend people submitted these earlier to avoid missing out on facilities.

    And a reminder that the access facilities are not for people with temporary impairments such as broken bones, healing wounds or woman who are pregnant.

    Unfortunately, the Festival cannot offer closer parking, reserve camping or assistance getting on/ off and around the site to people with temporary impairments.

    Happy to answer any questions about the facilities offered, Spring Ground campsite or East Accessible Campervan Area as I have stayed in both. I have also volunteered in the Accessible Marquee with Oxfam Festival Stewards. 😊

     

    Thanks for Sharing Its grand that you are Posting on here. Proof of Disability!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  8. On 3/25/2024 at 7:28 PM, Paul ™ said:

    All going well, will be on the gates management team 

    Hiya We were all just wondering that have Never met that team description before on here. Can we be so bold as to ask what team may that be. How can we get on there. 

  9. 9 hours ago, Jay Pee said:

    Are you ok? It seems like it's turned into you ranting rather than a thread primarily containing useful information for volunteers.

    It's a bit tiresome mate. The weird ranting.

     

    How strange Volunteers  with disabilities has passed this person by. I !!!!!! I know its somewhat tiresome for some  people without out such things. Dare I ASK...............................................................

  10. 9 hours ago, Jay Pee said:

    Are you ok? It seems like it's turned into you ranting rather than a thread primarily containing useful information for volunteers.

    It's a bit tiresome mate. The weird ranting.

     

    Hiya My friend. Volunteers with disability's , whether,  physically to in their mind set are not tiresome .

  11. On 3/22/2024 at 3:59 AM, Paul ™ said:

    Please feel free to start your own thread if it's a topic you wish to discuss about Oxfams operations and complaints about them.

    This one is for sharing of opportunities for volunteering or highlighting work opportunities at this year's Glastonbury.

    The last few pages have derailed the whole flow of this topic. 

    People with disabilities are Beautiful people, no matter your flow. 

  12. 15 hours ago, stuie said:

    This is a post about volunteering in 2024. Sorry to hear about your experience but I’m not sure what the rants here are solving - it would be much more effective through the official channels. Aside from that, this thread and the ones from previous years have always been positive, polite and helpful so please let’s not let it decend into bickering. Thank you. 

    You keep posting on here that you that you keep getting lost,  Try 3 words. The App that should let you know where you are

  13. 15 hours ago, stuie said:

    This is a post about volunteering in 2024. Sorry to hear about your experience but I’m not sure what the rants here are solving - it would be much more effective through the official channels. Aside from that, this thread and the ones from previous years have always been positive, polite and helpful so please let’s not let it decend into bickering. Thank you. 

    Where did it all go Wrong then  !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  14. 1 minute ago, marathonsteve said:

    I don't regard having a discussion about those Absolutely Special people who have disabilities as a NEGATIVE issue    

    Move on where !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Tell US

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  15. 14 hours ago, stuie said:

    They already said they are not.

    Please can you move on now and not take over this thread with negativity.  Oxfam have clear contact details and a complaints procedure if anyone wants to raise their issues. 

    I don't regard having a discussion about those Absolutely Special people who have disabilities as a NEGATIVE issue    

  16. 17 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:

    Absolute Rubbish I camped beside someone at a Oxfam festival who said on their application form they can't stand heights . Where do you think they put her.

     

  17. 7 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:

    Absolute Rubbish I camped beside someone at a Oxfam festival who said on their application form they can't stand heights . Where do you think they put her.

     

  18. 14 hours ago, stuie said:

    They already said they are not.

    Please can you move on now and not take over this thread with negativity.  Oxfam have clear contact details and a complaints procedure if anyone wants to raise their issues. 

    Your an Oxfam Supervisor so you say What are their complaints procedure if you please

  19. 13 hours ago, stuie said:

    They already said they are not.

    Please can you move on now and not take over this thread with negativity.  Oxfam have clear contact details and a complaints procedure if anyone wants to raise their issues. 

    Absolute Rubbish I camped beside someone at a Oxfam festival who said on their application form they can't stand heights . Where do you think they put her.

  20. 15 minutes ago, marathonsteve said:

    Hiya Some of us were wondering if you are you a Supervisor for Oxfam

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    Being old/fat/lazy/hanging is not a disability. 

     

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