Glastonbury Festival

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The roads from the rail station and around the site are narrow and dark. Driving in the country is quite different from driving in an urban environment. In 2002 a pedestrian was knocked down near the Festival. Keep your speed down – that black bag lying at the side of the road may be someone asleep using the bag for warmth.

If you do decide to bring your car to Glastonbury Festival please be aware that a green levy ticket costing £5 is required to park your car.

There are two main entrances for cars, depending where you are coming from, but if you have a choice - approach from the A303 then A37 (Blue Route), where there is more parking space and less queueing. This year there is a new additional route added to the Blue Route, making it less likely to be jammed. If at all possible, avoid the peak time between noon and midnight on Thursday. To be really sorted plot your return journey in advance. Worst times to leave by car are Sunday evening and Monday between 9am and 4pm, when long delays can be enjoyed.

From London: M3 then A303 and A37.

From the North East: A1 or M1, M25 to M3 (Junction 12), then A303 and A37.

From the Midlands: Preferably M40 and A34 to A303 and A37.

From the North West: M6, M5 to A39 (Junction 23) then A361.

From Wales: M4, M5 to A39 (as above)

From the West Country: A37 or A361

Special Notes for People With Disabilities

People with mobility difficulties should follow the signs to Yellow Gate, off the A361, near the Red (Main) Gate. It will be assessed where best to place you in the dedicated parking area and stewarded camping area. It would help if you display an orange or blue disabled sticker. Be aware that the Festival site is a hilly farm with rough tracks, harder than most environments.

If you are disabled and coming in a campervan, or require more information about facilities available, please email [email protected], or write to Disabled Enquiries Glastonbury Festival Site Office, Pilton, Somerset, BA4 4BY

There is provision for people with disabilities: loos, camping and parking, and a viewing platform in the main arena. Loos are sited in places that are not accessible to the general public. The site is not particularly easy for anyone - being huge (900 acres) and hilly and occasionally rough terrain.

Drunk six pints? How long till you're safe to drive?

The Answer: 12 Hours

Don't drive under the influence of drink or drugs when leaving the festival. For more information visit www.brake.org.uk

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