As I may have mentioned before, my husband plays in a band part-time calledΒ Carnival Collective and over recent years he’s been lucky enough to play at Glastonbury.
Last year was the first year that I was able to go with him, as in previous years I was either pregnant or due to give birth. I wasn’t sure what to expect having only his viewpoint on the whole 4 day extravaganza that is Glasto, but I can honestly say that nothing prepares you for it, there’s just so much to see and do everywhere you turn, it’s almost overwhelming.
Last year I suffered mini-agonies trying to work out what to bring clothing wise (which is a whole other post!) but in terms of essential kit you’ll need, I thought it was worthwhile doing a list….see if your list compares!
Essential Camping Kit
- Tent – preferably a pop up version which doesn’t require major guy ropes which piss everyone around you off when they’re trying to make their way back to their tent in the dark
- Torch / torch on head – invaluable
- Blow up mattress – the self inflating ones are fine and save you having to blow them up
- Sleeping bag
- Camping stool / chair – essential if it’s muddy and you want a seat
- Toilet roll
- Baby Wipes – I took Cheeky Wipes last year but soaked them in mucky wipes tea tree lemon oil which meant that even after 4 days without a shower I still smelled great!
- Rucksack – for carrying from car / coach to the campsite
Optional Extras
- Depending on your budget you might want to bring along a small stove (even for doing coffee and tea). Packet noodles are so easy to cook up on one of these and they’ll save you a fortune if you can be bothered to carry it.
- Booze – again if you want to save yourself some dosh, bring in your own booze in a plastic container and then just buy mixers. Or bring a wheelbarrow and wheel in some beers!
Other essential kit
- Wellies. Because chances are at some stage it will rain and it gets very muddy very quickly.
- Poncho – as above., will double as a ground sheet for sitting on
- Paracetamol / Condoms / Tampons – you can buy them at Glasto but they’ll cost you a small fortune
- Suncream – if it is sunny you want to avoid the lobster look at all costs
- Hat & sunglasses
If I’ve missed anything, feel free to drop me a line…..
