Glasto Traditions

[maclauk]

Catching the Pyramids of Snafu at the Mandala stage, a cuppa in the Tiny Tea tent, doing a venue per day that I've never caught an act at before, finding food I've never had before....

Love the idea of tucking a last bifta into the tent before packing it.... bounty bonus when you finish pitching it next time...

[robicraig]

Whats with the 40 year olds? I was 40 two months after last years Glasto. Didn't act my bloody age tho & I intend to regress this year also!!

As for tradition there was a big gap between the twice i've been, ('95 being my first time but I can't remember much of that at all ) but one of many things I love about Glasto is the ability to have a fire at night with a wee glass (or two) of the vino rouge with the lovely Mrs.

P.S. What's the badge thing?

[Nelly]

Whats with the 40 year olds? I was 40 two months after last years Glasto. Didn't act my bloody age tho & I intend to regress this year also!!

As for tradition there was a big gap between the twice i've been, ('95 being my first time but I can't remember much of that at all ) but one of many things I love about Glasto is the ability to have a fire at night with a wee glass (or two) of the vino rouge with the lovely Mrs.

P.S. What's the badge thing?

Another 40 year old! I have never acted my age, I think I may join you in regressing. We complain about the 'youth of today' but I know I can be so naughty when I get over excited

[char40too]

Regressing........Yeah sound good! I know we're 40 but it's only a number Sooo....... bring on the beer!!

JUNE IS HERE!!!

[stinkywitch]

P.S. What's the badge thing?

I have made some badges for some of the forum users, I had to aquire them from work so supplies are a bit limited but when I have gone through my list I will say how many I have left. But you have to make the meet on thursday at 2pm west holts to get one!

[stinkywitch]

Ha just remembered I made mine my pic cos I was so chuffed at the response. Crazybird has made hers her twitter pic xx
Nelly's should be arriving in the post soon xx

[subtitlesonly]

did a Glasto shop this morning. Came back with lots of things I probably don't need, and wont use, but it's re-assuring anyway

[dimus]

did a Glasto shop this morning. Came back with lots of things I probably don't need, and wont use, but it's re-assuring anyway

Am doing a shop this weekend.

Also, I've 'procured' stuff like gaffa tape, marker pens etc. from work.

Have also got a 90kg capacity fishing trolley of the bay of E!!!! Will help with the slabs of beer, stove, and useless items.

[subtitlesonly]

I have a box of " very useful things" that goes to every Glasto with me, and is addded to throughout the year.The box and old drill case, clearly marked "VUT's" contains many bits and bobs acquired and added to over the years. It incldes things like paperclips, superglue, string, bits of rubber, plastic stuff, srews, bolts, wingnuts, twine, metal bits, washers etc etc etc. It is the cause of much p##s taking and amusement by my friends, but it has come to the rescue on many occassions , saving peoples, tents, chairs, bags, rucksacks, even an exhaust on one journey to glasto. Wouldn't go to Glasto without it

[Nelly]

How organised! Where are you camping? You could start a little business up there.

We ordered our wine/cider/wipes last night. Ooo my tummy just did a little flip!

[exstockwellgooner]

I have made some badges for some of the forum users, I had to aquire them from work so supplies are a bit limited but when I have gone through my list I will say how many I have left. But you have to make the meet on thursday at 2pm west holts to get one!

Stinky-have you done them all now???

[m1keanderson]

did a Glasto shop this morning. Came back with lots of things I probably don't need, and wont use, but it's re-assuring anyway

Yep, every year I think: right! raincoat, hoodie, 2 t-shirts, 2 pairs of jeans, enough socks / pants and a pair of wellies. that's all I need (plus tent, airbed and sleeping bag). So why do my rucksacks (notice the plural!) end up so full and heavy?

[stinkywitch]

Stinky-have you done them all now???

Not quite, I still need to go and get more letters, and I like to have a ikkle drinky while I do them so prob be this affy. Oh and the glittler needs to come out!

[Nelly]

Yep, every year I think: right! raincoat, hoodie, 2 t-shirts, 2 pairs of jeans, enough socks / pants and a pair of wellies. that's all I need (plus tent, airbed and sleeping bag). So why do my rucksacks (notice the plural!) end up so full and heavy?

Beer?

[KG56]

And for those of you coming for the first time, I envy you that moment!

I remember my first Glastonbury. We were camped in the East Campervan fields. It was about 4am and we had just walked the wall of death - I stopped to catch my breath, turned round and OH MY GOD (goosebumps even now) - I have NEVER seen such a wonderful sight in my life! It truly was a magical moment

Cuppa tea at the Tiny Tea Tent. Stonebaked pizza from 3 down from the tea tent, some therapy in the healing fields and a blanket from the market - not the old Joe Bananas blankets but a really nice (not cheap) blanket - different colour every time - I have a fine collection

Oh and given that Glasto ALWAYS falls on my mums bday and she's been looking after our 3 yr old whilst we're away - I like to go on a hunt for a pressy with a difference

[akicif]

paperclips, superglue, string, bits of rubber, plastic stuff, srews, bolts, wingnuts, twine, metal bits, washers etc etc etc. It is the cause of much p##s taking and amusement by my friends, but it has come to the rescue on many occassions , saving peoples, tents, chairs, bags, rucksacks, even an exhaust on one journey to glasto. Wouldn't go to Glasto without it

This is why my own packing list gets longer and longer....

Also: http://xkcd.com/909/

[m1keanderson]

Beer?

A mate takes that in, although I struggle to get through more than a can a day. Not sure why...

[robicraig]

I have made some badges for some of the forum users, I had to aquire them from work so supplies are a bit limited but when I have gone through my list I will say how many I have left. But you have to make the meet on thursday at 2pm west holts to get one!

Ah I see. Will keep an eye out for you all wearing them. If a strange Scottish guys shouts 'BADGE' at any of you, it'll be me

A mate takes that in, although I struggle to get through more than a can a day. Not sure why...

Love the smiley M1ke

[LynneH]

Another 40 year old here too! And no, I don't intend to act my age either!

[stinkywitch]

Stinky-have you done them all now???

Just finished them and put a pic on the who wants a badge thread......forgot Tort though so will be adding another very soon.

[Nelly]

Just finished them and put a pic on the who wants a badge thread......forgot Tort though so will be adding another very soon.

I think we all need to buy Stinky a cider for her efforts. Could be quite trollied by the end of the day eh Stinky?

[exstockwellgooner]

I think we all need to buy Stinky a cider for her efforts. Could be quite trollied by the end of the day eh Stinky?

Good shout Nelly-Stinky will be absolutely mashed:c lap:

[maclauk]

How could I forget visiting the Dragons and a walk though the tunnel...

[Minxycat]

Think will be my 2nd glasto so the only tradition i have is seeing Dreadzone. Also drinking every flavor the cider bus has to offer! X

[Minxycat]

please can i also have a badge. Been nervous to ask lol x x x

[stinkywitch]

please can i also have a badge. Been nervous to ask lol x x x

Of course you can hun, i have got a handful more left so will be doing a few more today.

[Minxycat]

yay thank you! Ill drag my 4 other friends with me hee hee. See everyone at the meet on thursday! X

[Fat Pat]

Not getting down this year until late Thursday afternoon as my daughter has her last A level in the morning get in and straight to Brothers bar for that first pint of pear cider, then get that feeling of come over me ##@' work lets do some living. can't wait!

[Hash4Cash]

Not getting down this year until late Thursday afternoon as my daughter has her last A level in the morning get in and straight to Brothers bar for that first pint of pear cider, then get that feeling of come over me ##@' work lets do some living. can't wait!

i hate to think what the ##@ means

[Fat Pat]

i hate to think what the ##@ means

it means fuck, but trying to keep it clean, sorry man not very good at this thing!

[Hash4Cash]

i thaught it might be 'bum', and with the poor spelling of 'cum', would make it very rude.

[Fat Pat]

[QUOTE=Hash4Cash;13290]i thaught it might be 'bum', and with the poor spelling of 'cum', would make it very rude.[/QUOTE

Interesting take on it but can see what you mean now. Best I double check things before I send, going to get myself in sorts of trouble.
Thanks, roll on next week.

[Lou's other half]

Best I double check things before I send, going to get myself in sorts of trouble.:

Double checking is over rated. I didn't get where I am today by double checking before getting myself in all sorts of trouble!

Perhaps I should have tried that...