If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.
Benjamin Franklin
Excitement is building for Glastonbury 2025, and if you are one of the lucky people who got a ticket this year, I’m sure your mind is focused on the fantastic lineup.
The Important Stuff
If you are using this article as a personal checklist, some things are non-negotiable. It’s all over before it’s begun if you don’t remember them.
- Tickets and entry passes
- ID, you will need this if you are under 25, but regardless of your age, it’s a good idea to have some ID on you.
- Bank card and cash
Festival Camping Essentials
Ensure you have somewhere comfortable to crash after a long day (and night) of dancing and singing along to your favourite artists.
- Tent (including extra tent pegs)
- Sleeping Bag
- Roll Matt or Air Bed
- Torches (don’t forget the batteries!)
- Portable Charger (at least one, two or more will have you well covered)
- Pillows (not essential, but desirable)
- Camping Chairs (again, not essential, but you will be grateful for it)
- Cooler (you can get away without one, but if the weather is hot, a cold drink is a must)
Festival Toiletries Essentials
Make sure you have everything you need to feel clean and fresh. Product minis are great, but a cheaper option is to decant your regular products into travel-size bottles. They are inexpensive from Primark and Superdrug.
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Deodrant
- Body Wipes (make sure they are biodegradable)
- SPF & Aftersun
- Small first aid kit
- Painkillers & regular medication
- Hairbrush/comb
- Dry shampoo
- Period products
- Face and body glitter (not essential, but not as fun without it)
- Moisturiser
Festival Clothing and Accessories Essentials
It will come as no surprise that you will need to be prepared for all weather. This list has you covered.
- Wellies! (Remember the mud of 1997!)
- Walking boots/shoes
- Sliders/flip-flops
- Comfortable clothing (choose items that are good for layering)
- Plenty of underwear and socks
- Cosy PJs
- Sunhat
- Sunglasses
- Raincoat/poncho
- Bumbag
- Backpack
- Hair ties/scrunchies
- Earplugs & eye mask
- Disposable Camera (great for when you want to collect memories, without filming and missing the gig!)
- Fancy dress (optional, or is it?)
Festival Food and Drink Essentials
While you indulge in food from the vendors, it's good to have a stash of snacks and drinks on hand. Be sure to include some healthy options so you maintain your energy levels.
- Cereal & Protein Bars
- Crips/nuts
- Oranges/tangerines/bananas (fruit that has its own container)
- Instant noodles & soup
- Refillable water bottle
- Reusable mug
- Alcohol (wine box, kegs & cans)
- Instant tea & Coffee
- Sweets (for when you need a quick pick-me-up)
All of this might seem like a lot of gear - and it is! It’s a good idea to keep to these essentials and not overpack. Remember, you will need to carry it all across a field.
