Thousands of revellers armed with tents, wellies and beer are today making their way to Glastonbury, on the eve of the 2013 festival.
Now in its 43rd year, the festival boasts a line-up including The Rolling Stones, Primal Scream and Mumford and Sons.
Thousands set up camp yesterday after sleeping in their cars overnight, and many more are expected to arrive today.
As partygoers prepare for a weekend of sun (we hope) and sounds, we round-up the essential items you won't survive the festival without.
Remember - don't take anything you can't afford to lose. - Tent (lines/poles/groundsheet/pegs): obvious, but vital. And take note: a two-man tent is highly unlikely to fit comfortably two fully grown blokes and their festival essentials. - Sleeping mat/sleeping bag/duvet/pillow: you'll be grateful for a comfy spot come the end of the night. - Wellies or sturdy boots: remember how unpredictable the British weather can be! - Waterproof coat and over trousers: these might not scream 'festival chic', but you'll be glad of them if the heavens open. - Enough changes of clothes in case you get wet/muddy: which you will! - Socks: take more spare socks than you need. Wellies plus rain equal sweaty feet, and you'll want a fresh pair of socks to change into if they get wet. - Umbrella: great for when you're queuing for food stalls, but note: brollies are incredibly annoying for others around you when in a crowd watching a band! - Ear plugs/eye mask: without these, getting some shut eye could be near impossible. - Toilet roll and tissues: you can't have enough of these. Pack plenty of rolls and carry tissues with you at all times. Those toilets run out of loo roll fast! - Toiletries: think toothbrush/paste, tampons, contraceptives, dry shampoo, shaving items, lots of biodegradable wet wipes. Hand sanitizer is a must. - First aid kit and medication: Think paracetamol, hay fever tablets, plasters... - Sun cream: it might be wishful thinking, but the sun could make an appearance. Get sunburnt at Glastonbury and you'll a) be very uncomfortable and b) look plain ridiculous. - A small bag: to carry around some of your belongings each day. - A large reusable water bottle: to fill up from the free taps on site. - Radio: Tune in to WorthyFM 87.7 Fm - Torch/batteries/bulbs (plus spares): Finding your way back to your tent in darkness can be tricky! And watch out for those guy ropes! - Gaffa tape: Great for patching up any holes in your tent. - Mobile phone with spare battery and camera: Marked with your house number and postcode. - Personal I.D./driving licence/travel ticket/festival ticket: also obvious, but vital. - Money/cards: keep it with you, split it up into various amounts around your body. - Changes of underwear : come the third day of not showering, a fresh pair of knickers should make you feel surprisingly clean! - A warm sweater/hat/gloves: even if the sun has been shining all afternoon, you'll be chilly at night. - Blanket: for throwing down to sit, picnic and sunbathe on. - Bin bags: don't set off without plenty of these. They're great for dirty clothing and footwear, and to sit on if the ground is damp. - Snacks: Festival food can be pricey, so stock up on some staples to nibble on along the way - think imperishable foods like mini cereal boxes/cereal bars, biscuits, crisps, pop tarts and juice boxes. - Mints: morning breath is never nice. Morning breath at a festival - toxic! And what not to bring - Chinese lanterns: Michael Eavis has issued a reminder that these are banned. "If they were ever to land on a tent they could start a fire that would set off a domino effect, endangering lives," he said. - Gazebos
- Glass bottles
- Sound systems
- Fireworks
- Air horns
- Candles
