Official Offsite Pre Erected Tents etc - On sale now

[StoneCircle]

Just seen a Tweet from GFL that they will be offering official off site camping in pre erected tents, yurts etc.

On sale from noon on Monday 14th January to ticket holders.

UPDATE: WENT ON SALE FROM SUNDAY 13 JANUARY

http://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/news/worthy-view-official-off-site-camping-announced-for-glastonbury-2013

Edited January 13, 2013 by StoneCircle

[izcuje]

I can't say I'm not tempted, seems a lot more affordable with multiple setups.

Is this the same spot where the 3rd party offsite camping was before?

[StoneCircle]

I can't say I'm not tempted, seems a lot more affordable with multiple setups.

Is this the same spot where the 3rd party offsite camping was before?

Edited January 11, 2013 by StoneCircle

[Mardy]

Looks good. I might have a think about it. Trouble is, it'll split our group up.

[Guest]

I'm not sure if I could face the walk up that hill every night, and every time I wanted or needed to get back to my tent....

[eoinca]

I'm not sure if I could face the walk up that hill every night, and every time I wanted or needed to get back to my tent....

[Mr_Grump]

Cant work out if you have to pay in full at the time of booking or a deposit with the final balance being paid with the balance for normal tickets.

Very tempted for 2 x 2 person yurts....looks really good.

[AnnaGrant]

That looks mighty attractive. Quite a bit cheaper than the tipis on site. We had a real scout tent the first time we went to Glastonbury.

[blue6field]

That walk is a killer! Especially after 5 day on it,

[Wickedfaerie]

I can understand the prices for the yurts and tipis and such-like, but the prices for the ordinary tents are ridiculous!

[Mr_Grump]

I can understand the prices for the yurts and tipis and such-like, but the prices for the ordinary tents are ridiculous!

[Mardy]

cheaper than any of the 3rd party tents

[bemerritt]

So originally I was planning on getting a tipi for my first visit (A requirement form my wife, since we will be on our honeymoon). But this seems like a much more reasonable way to go.

I have read that there is quite the hill to go up to get to this site. Would you say it would add about 10 minutes of walking up/down a big hill compared to where the other tipis are? We are a very active couple and would not mind saving 1k if it means a little more excercise.

Thanks!

[Morse Code]

Very interesting and certainly reasonable compared to other 3rd party options. I reckon it'll sell out in no time.

[coma girl]

Its not something I've ever considered for myself but that is bloody good value! I can see it being booked up very quickly on Monday.

[eoinca]

So originally I was planning on getting a tipi for my first visit (A requirement form my wife, since we will be on our honeymoon). But this seems like a much more reasonable way to go.

I have read that there is quite the hill to go up to get to this site. Would you say it would add about 10 minutes of walking up/down a big hill compared to where the other tipis are? We are a very active couple and would not mind saving 1k if it means a little more excercise.

Thanks!

[Brave Sir Robin]

Cheaper than the 3rd parties, but less facilities? No mention of showers or (cleaner) toilets? They are definitely part of the draw of Tangerine Fields etc

[BA4 4BY]

I bet Tangerine Fields are feeling a bit deflated at this news! Unfortunately (as far as this is concerned) I'm going on my own so it works out too expensive, but I would have gone for it otherwise.

[salvador wali]

I bet Tangerine Fields are feeling a bit deflated at this news! Unfortunately (as far as this is concerned) I'm going on my own so it works out too expensive, but I would have gone for it otherwise.

Edited January 11, 2013 by backtoblack

[The Dawg]

Having camped up there for the last 2 glastos, I have a few comments to make.

The first time we camped it was run by Myhab and, I think I am right in saying, that there was approx 1000 people up there. The tents were put in rows and you could book 'your spot' with your team name so that you were all together. We actually took our own tents and put them up as well, oops. You could also take home the tent and I still have a few in my garage lol. With this many people, and the set up, the vibe was good, coupled with the showers, very clean toilets and pampering area for the woman in your life, it was actually 'bob on'. The car was parked 2 mins from tent and was packed with beer and supplies.

Last time (2011) was quite a different experience. With the site over sold, and tents strewn around so you could put them up where you wanted, it actually reminded me of being on the site but obviously with the added extras. Don't get me wrong, I still enjoyed the festival and massive thanks to GFL for bailing us out. It would of been chaos if they hadn't.

Generally it's a good spot if you don't mind walking, up hill. It's bad, really bad, but it's only a short walk, just very steep. There's a cool place to sit and watch from afar and it's a great view. Food and drink is also available up there for a reasonable price. The drive in and out with the car is great. If you use your noggin you can avoid most of the traffic, having said that we were heading for the M5 so not sure what it is like for other directions. I suspect it is far easier in and out generally.

My big gripe with this 'off site camping' is dealing with the ticket situation everytime you go in and out of the site. Ridiculous, but probably no other way around it. You have to show your wristband and original ticket! with this, if you are going in (or out, I can't quite remember) you are also given a stub which you need to keep, and do not lose, at any cost, otherwise you are grilled, stretched on a rack and have you eyes poked with knitting needles, hot ones. A mate of mine lost his stub and was given loads of grief. Not a great to start or end your day/night.

Overall, if you need clean toilets and like a shower then I would say go for it. If you are like me (old bugger) and like a clean, safe camping environment with cheap beer close by, do it.

Top tip. If you are unfit I would suggest a little bit of training. Something like, walking on a treadmill at it's highest setting with wellies, silly hat and a rucksack full of cans.

For those that want 'a dig' about off site camping and "it's not Glastonbury" well, Glastonbury has changed anyway. My first was 1984. Peace.

[BA4 4BY]

Man (or woman?) up and get camped with the masses. is the place to be not on some hill with a lovely view but no soul

[salvador wali]

That's me told! it is then...........

[eoinca]

I bet Tangerine Fields are feeling a bit deflated at this news!

[BA4 4BY]

I doubt it, they already sold out before Christmas.

[Ommadawn]

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My big gripe with this 'off site camping' is dealing with the ticket situation everytime you go in and out of the site. Ridiculous, but probably no other way around it. You have to show your wristband and original ticket! with this, if you are going in (or out, I can't quite remember) you are also given a stub which you need to keep, and do not lose, at any cost, otherwise you are grilled, stretched on a rack and have you eyes poked with knitting needles, hot ones. A mate of mine lost his stub and was given loads of grief. Not a great to start or end your day/night.

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I think you'll find that's the same for everyone isn't it?

Edited January 12, 2013 by Ommadawn