Find out all about the latest music festivals in the UK and what to watch out for when you go and pack your bags! Have fun!

1. It’s that time of year again, so get your face paints,
wellies, silly hats and novelty sunglasses out. It’s
time to get a little muddy, a little sweaty and a
little crazy as the UK festival season kicks into gear
for what should prove to be one of the best festival
seasons ever.

2. Reading and Leeds
• One for those who like to rough it in the mud, Reading and leads
offer some of the most current music up to date with everything
from metal, rock, indie, RnB, drum and bass, dance and rap. Well
loved by a younger audience who love to cut loose and get a little
crazy.
• Headliners: Green Day, Eminem, Biffy Clyro
V Festival
• One for the pop addicts here. All your favourite chart toppers up
close and live over a weekend that is set to be packed to the rafters
with avid pop fans looking to get a glimpse of their favourite stars.
Beyonce will no doubt be one of the best performances of the year .
• Headliners: Beyonce, Kings of Leon

3. Glastonbury
With over 1000 artists to choose from, this is arguably the most
history and most loved British festival. Drawing huge crowds and the
biggest names in music. This years Glastonbury will be one to
remember as, finally The Rolling Stones headline the festival with a
two and a half hour set.
Headliners: The Rolling Stones, The Arctic Monkeys, Mumford and
Sons
Latitude
Eclectic and extraordinary, Latitude has a bit of everything. Arts,
music, theatre and comedy, film, dance, fashion and food. This year
the legendary Bobby Womack performs as well as BBC Radio 6 having
their own stage.
Headliners: Bloc Party, Kraftwerk 3D, Foals

4. Bestival
• Arguably the best line up of the season with some of the hottest
acts of the year appearing alongside genuine legends, Bestival will
be something special this year. With the festival theme this year
being all things nautical, bring your pirate costume and your
swimming trunks and get ready to party.
• Headliners: Elton John, Snoop Dogg, Fatboy Slim
Beach Break Live
• The UK’s biggest student festival heads down to Newquay this year
for the biggest beach party this year. Beach Break Live is taking
over town, with gigs in local cafes, bars, venues and a main stage
out on the beach, it promises to be one of the best small festivals
of the year.
• Headliners: David Rodigan, Jake Bugg, Dub Pistols

5. Wilderness
• Probably the most beautiful festival this year, Wilderness is set to be
the most idyllic, cerebral and beautiful festival in the British Isles. Held
in the Oxfordshire countryside this is a feast for the senses with long
table banquets, feasts, Shakespearian theatre and a philosophical
discussion tent as well as a stellar line-up in terms of music. The
perfect chill out festival for families.
• Headliners: Empire Of The Sun, Noah And The Whale, Rodriguez
Festival Number 6
• Voted best new festival and best small festival last year, Festival
Number 6 boasts the most stylish festival site possible in the town of
Portmeirion. Explore the ocean, the mountains the forests and the
stunning city, and maybe take in some culture, music, film or theatre
while you’re at it.
• Headliners: My Bloody Valentine, Manic Street Preachers, Chic

6. Remember! You’re going to have to carry all
your bags and beer with you into the arena, so
it’s important to only take what you can carry.
You’ll need a big rucksack rather than a
suitcase, dragging a heavy case through the
mud isn’t much fun so get yourself a good
camping bag.
Itinerary
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Roll mat
• Wellies
• Comfortable Socks
• Beer
• Snacks such as chocolate bars and
fruit
• Waterproof clothes
Don’t Forget To Take These!
• Torch
• Toilet roll
• Wet wipes
• Hand sanitizer
• Sun cream
• Watch
• Hat

7. Make sure you’re ahead of the
crowd with some festival gadgets.
These things can make or break your
weekend, with them you’ll be more
organised and well prepared,
without them you could find
yourself a little lost.
• Pop up pint and wine glass
Want to put some class in your
campsite? The pop up pint and wine
glass are great for allowing you to
look rather refined as you treat you
self to a midday tipple. Fold it up and
pop it in your pocket and take your
plastic glass with you.
• Walkie Talkies
Lose your friend in the crowd? No
problem with these walkie talkies.
Give your self code names, over and
out , ten-four , see you in the dance
tent.
• Pebble Battery
There’s nothing worse than your phone going
dead at a festival. Keep your batteries charged
for the whole weekend with the Pebble Battery
portable charging device and make sure you
capture all those unforgettable festival moments
with your smartphone.

8. Festival fashion is all the rage now, whether
you’re going to glam up on your way to see
Beyonce or go scruffy for The Rolling Stones. It’s
important to look good and feel comfortable.
Remember that you’ll be bouncing round and
dancing for most of the day so you’ll need some
comfortable boots or wellies to dance the day
and night away.
You’ll also need to stay dry, if the heavens open
and you’re stuck in nothing but a t-shirt and
shorts then you’re going to feel pretty rotten.
Your tent might be a half an hour walk away
from your tent so keep that in mind.
Wacky headwear is always good for festivals,
stand out with a peacock headdress or just a
crazy hat!
Fancy dress is always a great idea, some
festivals pre set themes so check the website to
see if there are any organised festivities. If not,
set your own theme with your friends and get
dressed up.

9. Here’s a couple of secrets that the festival
organisers wont put in the brochure
Toilets – Be in for a bit of a shock. If you’re at a
festival with portaloos then they should get
cleaned once a day. But be prepared for
nothing more than a hole in the ground and a
wooden seat to perch on.
Booze – Do not take any glass into your
campsite, it will be confiscated. Take plastic
bottles of booze and cans of beer. Alcohol is not
allowed inside the main arena but it is possible
to sneak some in if you’re smart enough.
Cash Points – There will be cash points inside
the arena but they will charge you for making a
transaction
Festival Etiquette - It’s every man
and woman for themselves out
there, so if you want to get to the
front of the crowd and get a good
spot to see the band, get there
early and hold your ground.

10. • Food and Drink –With everything from
full English breakfasts, gourmet burgers
and noodle bars on offer at festivals,
there’s plenty to choose but don’t
expect it to be cheap.
• Buy a Guide – They might be expensive
but they’re well worth having. Get all
the stage times and make sure you
don’t miss a thing.
• Get Your Bearings – Take some time to
walk around the arena and your
campsite. You’ll need to know you’re
way around when you’re trying to find
your tent in the middle of the night.
You Will Get Lost – There’s no avoiding
it. You could be talking to a friend one
minute, turn around and they’ll be
gone the next. Avoid this by setting
out meeting points at each of the main
stages and organising your group
before you set off for the arena each
morning.

11. • The festival season has become an integral part of the British summertime, there’s
something for everyone on the calendar this year. So whether you want to dance
the night away to some of the most exciting DJ’s in the world, listen to some of the
biggest names in music on some of the biggest stages in the world or just sit back,
relax and enjoy some fine food, music theatre or comedy, it’s all out there waiting
for you