FrankieX Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 This is my ninth Glastonbury and, for the first time in a long while, I'm at a loss for what to do during my first day on the farm. My typical plan would be to get on the site nice and early (9-10am), pitch up and then saunter over to the various small stages with musical acts. So in 2019, for example, there was The Rum Shack, S.H.I.TV, The Rocket Lounge, Greenpeace Stage, Small World, Mandala, Toad Hall, Croissant Neuf Bandstand and the Bandstand with live musical acts on Wednesday. It was a very enjoyable way to ease myself into Glastonbury. This year, every one of these stages starts on the Thursday instead. So, what should I do instead? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyT Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Just now, FrankieX said: This is my ninth Glastonbury and, for the first time in a long while, I'm at a loss for what to do during my first day on the farm. My typical plan would be to get on the site nice and early (9-10am), pitch up and then saunter over to the various small stages with musical acts. So in 2019, for example, there was The Rum Shack, S.H.I.TV, The Rocket Lounge, Greenpeace Stage, Small World, Mandala, Toad Hall, Croissant Neuf Bandstand and the Bandstand with live musical acts on Wednesday. It was a very enjoyable way to ease myself into Glastonbury. This year, every one of these stages starts on the Thursday instead. So, what should I do instead? Unless something has drastically changed which we are unaware of licence wise I can’t see a reason all the stages you’ve mentioned won’t have Wednesday entertainment added before the festival. I agree though at the moment Wednesday is looking very sparse which is why I’m choosing to believe the above! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuwarr Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 We tend not to watch much of the programmed entertainment on the Wednesday normally. I always see it as a good time to do your big explore and get your bearings. The fireworks are a nice tradition if that's your thing? The green fields and craft stands should be underway too so worth a visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stopwn1981 Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 The money has clearly been cut, hence the lack of Wednesday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeppelin Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Wednesday is all about bars and exploration. Thursday too when you realise you can't get in anywhere 😂. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigpusher Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 1 minute ago, stopwn1981 said: The money has clearly been cut, hence the lack of Wednesday Yes I think the acts on Wednesday definitely look to be where the budget has gone from which is fair enough really. Wednesday is a good day to bimble around the site and meet people and look at the changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankieX Posted May 30, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 4 minutes ago, stopwn1981 said: The money has clearly been cut, hence the lack of Wednesday This was my thought. It might arguably be a mistake, since I would think that the stages would attract more people on a Wednesday and Thursday due to the lack of competition and therefore it could be wiser to close on Saturday and Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bike_Like_A_Mum Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Surely there will be more venues open on the Wednesday...anyone know? Is this normal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuwarr Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 I wonder if they're just trying to be as strict as possible regarding the license? I know they're not allowed to play music above a certain volume on the Wednesday (I think that's right?) but maybe they were still receiving complaints? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuie Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Wednesday acts mostly played for tickets, not money. So, I think it’s likely that the area ticket allocations have been reduced so these tickets can be sold to create revenue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fake Encore Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Don't they burn a giant wicker thing on Wednesday or Thursday or I could just be making that up completely ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kemosabe Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 10 minutes ago, stuie said: Wednesday acts mostly played for tickets, not money. So, I think it’s likely that the area ticket allocations have been reduced so these tickets can be sold to create revenue. I don't know Glastonbury's budget or financial situation obviously, so I can't really say anything with any certainty. But I think it feels like the wrong decision. I would much rather they charged everyone an extra tenner or whatever, and had an extra day of entertainment for people that want it. How many performers would they really need? A couple of hundred at most surely? Feels like once the genie is out the bottle it's hard to go back. I can't imagine them bringing back loads of free tickets for performers next year for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuie Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 2 minutes ago, kemosabe said: I don't know Glastonbury's budget or financial situation obviously, so I can't really say anything with any certainty. But I think it feels like the wrong decision. I would much rather they charged everyone an extra tenner or whatever, and had an extra day of entertainment for people that want it. How many performers would they really need? A couple of hundred at most surely? Feels like once the genie is out the bottle it's hard to go back. I can't imagine them bringing back loads of free tickets for performers next year for example. People already moaned about the jump in price from 2019 so I’m not sure there’s a right answer! It’s easy to forget that the festival proper is Friday to Sunday with a couple of extra days camping if you want it. There’s already basically an extra day of line up on Thursday, so I guess we’ll just have to amuse ourselves on Weds, until the fireworks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leyrulion Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Don't assume there's no Wednesday stuff until you get the programme on your way in. There were plenty of things in the programme but not online in 2019. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterz Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Wednesday won't be a problem. The bars will be open. The DJs will be DJ'ing. There will be plenty to do and see. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larraht Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 (edited) I feel like this is a bit mind blowing to me - I have been five times and never realised there was any music on the Wednesday? I have never seen anything on that day - everything started on the Thursday? I didn't go in 2019 mind. Every time we have been we pitch up, get some food.. Go to a couple bars, maybe take a walk to the woods/greenfields and then watch the fireworks. One year we went to deluxe diner and I thought it was great because they had a little band on! Anyway, guess I won't miss much this year! Edited May 30, 2022 by Larraht Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzared Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Don't think I've ever watched anything on the Wednesday... Normally walk the whole festival... Walk drink, bars, relax, walk, drink, bars, relax etc etc sit by bonfire , watch fireworks and go back to camp. I didn't realise their was much more else to do ... Which is fine for me 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mezhyp1 Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Always favoured the get pished and see what happens approach on the Wednesday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloorFiller Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Take psychedelics and wander the site is usually my go-to for the Wednesday and it’s not failed me yet. 11 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stopwn1981 Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 Sure I’ve been in the rum shack weds nights in the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJrock69 Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 (edited) yup psychedelics on Wendesday & Thursday is the plan 😛 Edited May 30, 2022 by JJrock69 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigpusher Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 2 minutes ago, stopwn1981 said: Sure I’ve been in the rum shack weds nights in the past Yes it definitely had a line up and it was known in advance because I went to see Grace Savage on the recommendation of someone on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DareToDibble Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 26 minutes ago, Mezhyp1 said: Always favoured the get pished and see what happens approach on the Wednesday Yeah this has served me alright in the past too. Although I tend to get too carried away and get back to my tent way too close to sunrise to be functioning Thursday morning. Must learn better self control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie_and_a_pint Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 47 minutes ago, Mezhyp1 said: Always favoured the get pished and see what happens approach on the Wednesday Gin For Breakfast And Carry On Wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spindles Posted May 30, 2022 Report Share Posted May 30, 2022 1 hour ago, Leyrulion said: Don't assume there's no Wednesday stuff until you get the programme on your way in. There were plenty of things in the programme but not online in 2019. Friends (including the uncle of one wet leg) play Mandala every year multiple times, they've only ever been on the website listing once despite playing every year for decades. I have every confidence there will still be stuff on the small stages Wednesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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