So You Wanna Do Glastonbury in a Campervan? Here's What You Need to Know

🚐 First Off: Why a Campervan?

Simple: Comfort. Dry socks. Cold beers. Your own bed.
You’ll have a space that’s yours — to nap, cook, change outfits for the third time in a day, or just escape the madness for a bit. It’s camping… but smarter.

🎟️ You’ll Need More Than Just a Ticket

Here’s the catch a lot of first-timers don’t realize:

• You need a separate campervan pass. Yep, your regular Glasto ticket doesn’t cut it.

• These passes go fast — like Taylor Swift presale fast.

• When you book your ticket (usually in the resale or general sale), you’ll have the option to add on a campervan pass.

• They’re per vehicle, not per person, so if you’ve got mates piling in with you, one pass covers the whole crew.

Hot tip: No sneaky cars with tents — Glasto doesn’t allow it. You’ll be turned away.

📍 Choosing Your Campervan Field

Glastonbury has several campervan areas. Some things to consider:

• East fields: closer to some of the main action, but sell out faster.

• Bath & West Showground: has shuttle buses but is off-site.

• Quiet camping zones: great if you want sleep (but, like… you’re at Glasto).

⏰ You Can Arrive Earlier Than the Masses

Another van-life perk: early arrival.

• Campervanners can usually get in on Tuesday, before the big gates open Wednesday morning.

• That means zero stress fighting for space, and you can watch the tent city unfold from your comfy chair, cider in hand.

🔌 Don’t Expect Plug Sockets & Showers

This isn’t glamping. Most campervan fields don’t have electric hook-ups, so come self-sufficient:

• Bring a leisure battery or solar setup

• Load up on portable chargers

• Think reusable water containers, gas stoves, and LED lights

And yes, porta-loos are still your reality — but they’re usually a little cleaner in the campervan fields. Silver linings.

🎒 Pack Smart

You’re still at a festival. It’s muddy, loud, and chaotic (in the best way). Don’t forget:

• Wellies & waterproofs – Even in June, it will rain.

• Camp chairs – Essential for chilling outside your van.

• Portable BBQ or stove – Cook up bacon rolls like a boss.

• A killer playlist – Your van is the pre-game zone now.

🎶 Final Thoughts: Worth It?

1000% yes. Doing Glastonbury in a campervan is a total vibe.
You’ve got your own base, no soggy socks, and — let’s be honest — waking up in an actual bed with a cup of tea before heading to the Pyramid Stage? That’s living the dream.

Just don’t forget the pass, book early, and bring your festival spirit (and maybe a solar shower).

Ready to roll? Start prepping your van now — Glasto waits for no one.
And trust us: once you go campervan, you’ll never look back. 🚐💨