Crime and Security

The Festival is a magical place in a beautiful setting with fantastic music, amazing food and diverse social groups. 100,000 plus ticket holders in 900 acres of farmland. It is a time to relax and enjoy yourselves. HOWEVER, some people attending do not have this view – they will try to disrupt your enjoyment by committing crime – maybe against you or your friends if you give them a chance. Take the advice given and reduce this opportunity. A crime free Festival will ensure that there will be one next year. Take care and enjoy!

Please visit the Avon and Somerset Police website if you require any further advice or need reassurance on any personal safety or security issues you may have – they have put together a superb Glastonbury festival advice page.

GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL 2003 CRIME REDUCTION STRATEGY

• Free lock-up service on site open 24 hours a day.
  
• UV pens made available at Information Points and with Stewards for marking of property.
  
• CCTV is in operation both on and off site.
  
• Extra lighting along main thoroughfares and car parks has been put in place. Avoid dark areas, stay in groups.
  
• Stewards/Security are there to help and not hinder.
  
• Get to know your camping neighbours. Form a Neighbourhood Watch. Look out for one another.
  
• Lock and empty your vehicles, display “Thieves Don’t Bother” notice in windscreen.
  
• Read the programme, take the advice given, and be careful, then you will be able to have a fantastic Festival experience.
  
• The Perimeter Fence is the same as last year – if you haven’t got a ticket don’t turn up - you will NOT get in.
  
• Extra security officers have been provided this year, including one specifically for Pilton Village.
  

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