any tips for this newbie?

[Heewon Moon]

hi, actually i've never been to any music festivals before and so this one will be my first experience

also since i live in the opposite side of the world from uk, it's quite difficult to collect some information about GF

(even worse, i've never been uk before ! )

so i have no idea where to start. it'll be wonderful if you help me out.

ANY tips come up on your mind would be fantastically grateful.

and i hope you generously understand me if my english sounds a little bit awkward.

[TheNewUnion]

This is a very good place to start

http://www.glastoearth.com/the-faq

[Heewon Moon]

This is a very good place to start

http://www.glastoearth.com/the-faq

oh great.!!! i appreciate it. it's very informative !

[Franky]

Maybe plan to see 2 bands a day that you really want to see and then just go with the flow. It's too big to see everything so just drift with what takes your fancy each day.

You will enjoy it

[Chimps in Balaclavas]

Be prepared for the sun, rain & a lot of walking & you'll be fine.

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

hi, actually i've never been to any music festivals before and so this one will be my first experience

also since i live in the opposite side of the world from uk, it's quite difficult to collect some information about GF

(even worse, i've never been uk before ! )

so i have no idea where to start. it'll be wonderful if you help me out.

ANY tips come up on your mind would be fantastically grateful.

and i hope you generously understand me if my english sounds a little bit awkward.

Use the lock ups to store your valuables. Other than that just follow your nose and have a good walk around the whole site.

[TheNewUnion]

+1 for the lock ups. Peace of mind for a small donation. Cannot recommend highly enough.

[fatyeti24]

right, i'm curious..

first festival, first glasto and first time in the uk... what made you take this decision, and where are you coming from?

welcome, by the way. i hope you have a great time!

[Fake Encore]

piss in a bottle in your tent, will save you hours of pain on a morning.

walk round once sober to get bairings, locate yourself in line with the railway track.

pack wellies regardless of forecast.

stay up late, all the wierdo's come out

[morph100]

Better to be tipsy all day than hammered for a few hours

[BlackHole2006]

Don't over do it on the seeing bands front. Pick about 5-6 of bands that you absolutely couldn't miss for anything and spend the rest of the time wandering. Otherwise you'll be rushing about like a lunatic and worrying about missing sets rather than taking in the sights and sounds and chilling out.

[Crystal Waters]

Yes you need to plan to make sure you don't miss the bands you really want to see but don't over-plan so you end up rushing around.

The festival is massive ..... you need something comfortable on your feet for walking. Be prepared for all weathers (though it's going to be sunny this year )

Store your valuables in the lock ups - I'm guessing you'll have your passport etc with you.

[Wrigley The Troll]

1. never find yourself without a drink in your hand

2. if someone falls over, YOU PICK THEM UP!!

3. get fucked

[Livers]

Wellies, sun cream and hat are a good start. After that don't just plonk yourself next to the main stage to justify the ticket price Glastonbury is much much more than that.

Arrive early and pop into Glastonbury, we have a fringe festival that runs from the weekend before so make it a holiday. Most of all have fun.

[H.M.V]

Choose your arm for your wristband wisely. In other words use the one you don't use for your arse.

[ian the worm]

Choose your arm for your wristband wisely. In other words use the one you don't use for your arse.

Disagree.

Learn to wipe you arse without dragging anything up your wrist.

You could start now!

45 Days => 120 wipes.

[H.M.V]

Disagree.

Learn to wipe you arse without dragging anything up your wrist.

You could start now!

45 Days => 120 wipes.

Lol! But what about the dangly flappy bits?

[Migraine]

Lol! But what about the dangly flappy bits?

Sounds like you need to eat more roughage

[fatyeti24]

Lol! But what about the dangly flappy bits?

What an image. I'm banking that.

[H.M.V]

What an image. I'm banking that.

Erm you're welcome? Anyway, ye know what I mean but I'll certainly take the roughage advice.

[ian the worm]

I don't wipe them.

I do. But not when having I'm having a poo.

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

hi, actually i've never been to any music festivals before and so this one will be my first experience

also since i live in the opposite side of the world from uk, it's quite difficult to collect some information about GF

(even worse, i've never been uk before ! )

Wow, that's some trajectory. I suspect you'll not need drugs because you'll be all over the place with that lot anyway. Have a fab festival. That goes out to all.

[swede]

My biggest tip is don't treat glastonbury like other festivals where you think to get your money's worth by having to see shit loads of bands every day. I know we all love seeing live music but Glastonbury is so much more so explore as much as you can, it's hard work at times getting around the site but it is so worth it, Glastonbury is one of the most amazing places in the world so get stuck in, the best times there are things you just stumble into by accident

[musky]

Use the lock ups to store your valuables. Other than that just follow your nose and have a good walk around the whole site.

Another +1 for using the lock ups. Although the chances of being a victim of theft are low I am reminded of the American who had a poor time of it a few years ago. Take the usual precautions you would when traveling and use the lock ups for any important items.

Other than that just explore, investigate and enjoy!

[Dora]

Prepare yourself for the smell of the long drops by keeping a poo in a tub and smelling it on a daily basis.

Don't expect any other festival in the world to be anywhere near as good