Glastonbury is a modern-day pilgrimage. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people migrate to the site near Stone Henge to pay homage to saccharine pop and the joy of being in a massive crowd.
However, it’s not all fun and dancing. Events like Glastonbury in the UK also have a dark side and every year, many people get hurt.
That’s where this post can help. We look at some classic do’s and don’ts when attending festivals like these so you can keep yourself safe.
Do Stay Healthy
First on your list of priorities should be to stay healthy. Make sure you take plenty of decent food and water with you, along with sunscreen to protect your skin against being outdoors the whole time.
If you want to wear a facemask, you can. These can protect you against all the viruses and bacterial infections in the crowd.
Do Pace Yourself
Another thing you’ll want to do is pace yourself. While it might be tempting to drink from morning until night, that might actually adversely affect your enjoyment of the event. You’ll be too inebriated and nauseous to really know what’s happening around you.
Do Look After Each Other
If you’re going to a place like Glastonbury in a group, make sure you all take care of each other. Looking after one another can help you avoid criminal activity. It also provides you with people who can vouch for you if someone else accuses you of doing something, forcing you to go to a criminal solicitor. The more witnesses you can have around you, the stronger your case will be.
Do Pack Light
Taking multiple suitcases with you to a place like Glastonbury is probably a bad idea. The risk of theft from tents is high. And while there are lockers, they are expensive.
Most people take a small bag or satchel with them to accompany them on proceedings. Usually, this is enough space for spare underwear, a change of clothes and your phone charger. If you decide to take a laptop, leave it in a protected area. Don’t assume people won’t steal it because they will.
Don’t Travel If You Feel Unwell
At the same time, avoid travelling to Glastonbury if you don’t feel like a 100% version of yourself. Going to a festival when sick can leave you feeling even worse and prevent you from recovering at night (because of the noise and lack of sleep).
Don’t Overdo The Alcohol
Also, be careful with how much alcohol you take into your system throughout the event. A few drinks at the weekend might not seem like much, but if you are constantly heading to the bar, it can all add up.
Don’t Ignore Safety Advice
Finally, if you decide to go to an event like Glastonbury, don’t ignore safety advice. Follow the instructions of the event organisers at all times to avoid things like overcrowding, packing, and crushing.
If you follow these dos and don’ts, you should discover that your festival experience is much better. So why not try them today?
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