Festival veterans know the weather in the UK can turn in an instant – sunshine one moment, sideways rain the next. Glastonbury is a perfect example, with wet weather making an appearance at most editions over the years, from the torrential downpours of 2007 to the infamous mud-soaked mayhem of 1997.
Red Equipment understands that looking good at a festival is great – but staying comfortable and adventure-ready is even better. The B Corp company has put together their tips for festival-goers this summer.
Tips for festival attendees
- Waterproof everything: Everyone knows your coat and your main bag should be waterproof to keep you and your belongings dry. But if you’re thinking of bringing a smaller bag to keep your phone and other essentials in, why not get a waterproof crossbody bag so you don’t need to worry about water damage?
- Post-shower comforts: If you’re lucky enough to have showers at your festival, a lightweight change robe can make walking to the showers & changing afterwards much easier – as can a micro fibre towel that dries quicker than a normal bath towel. Bring travel size containers of your favourite shower gel and shampoo, or go for a convenient solid shampoo bar.
- Sitting pretty: With a lightweight folding sit mat or waterproof blanket, you’ll always have somewhere comfortable and dry to sit, even when you leave behind the comforts of your camp and venture out to the stages!
- Layer up: Like any other outdoors adventure, it’s best at a festival to wear lots of light layers so you can make sure you’re never too hot or too cold. A lightweight raincoat and a jumper gives you more options than a thicker waterproof and a t- shirt. If it gets cold in the evening, a light base layer underneath your top can help keep you a little warmer while you explore the festival grounds.
- Drinking water: Bring an insulated flask or water bottle to refill at the water stations – flasks are available with a built-in filter. Although festivals supply free tap water, bringing a supply of your own bottled water might put your mind at ease if you prefer.
Rachel French at Red Equipment comments:
“When it comes to gear like backpacks, sit mats and towels, if you go for something that’s been designed for real outdoor adventures, you can rest assured that it won’t let you down when the festival weather does. You don’t have to sacrifice style for technical performance or vice versa when it comes to your look either – today’s outdoor clothes & accessories are waterproof without being bulky, and have been designed to look great as part of your overall outfit.”
