Festival Fun...

With the Degree done (scary times!), what better way to celebrate that and the Jubilee Weekend than to go to a music festival?! That's exactly what I did! For my first ever festival I thought I'd start off small and go to a relative unknown one. 'OsFest' in Oswestry is in its 3rd year and offers music and fun in a fairly rural location. Razorlight headlined with other supporting acts including Hard-Fi, One Night Only, Dappy, Stooshe, Delilah, Ed Drewett, plus lots of other talented unsigned bands. Despite the rain I had a wicked time. Here are some pictures in case you're interested...

One Night Only

Razorlight

Benjamin Francis Leftwich



                     

With the festival season well underway I thought I'd give you my guide to festivals. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a festival virgin have a read...

Cosmetics  


There are no showers at festivals so before you go stock up on face wipes, baby wipes, deodorant & dry shampoo! Only bring the minimum amount of makeup products - it saves on packing & less to replace if lost/stolen. A nice hairband/headscarf works wonders too, as they hide greasy hair. It's also best before you go to practice putting hair into a bun, as this helps for the inevitable greasy hair dilemma that will at some point arise. Sunglasses are also a must, whatever the weather. They help hide a multitude of sins, mainly hangovers and tired eyes. 


Clothing


Be sure to wear lots of layers. That way you can cover up or strip off when necessary. Weather at festivals can be unpredictable to say the least. Always pack a good quality waterproof and some wellies so you stay dry and mud free should the heavens open! A good pair of cut off denim shorts are good to take as they can be worn with tights if it's cold or with bare legs if it's warm. Hoodies and t-shirts are good to take as they are layer-able items. Don't forget the obligatory band t-shirt too!

Me keeping the rain at bay

Music


Pick a festival where you like the line up, not just because it's a 'trendy' one to go to. If you prefer to go to a smaller, lesser known one because that suits your musical taste, then go for it! When you like the line up the whole experience is much more enjoyable. Camping in the rain will be much more bearable if you get to see your favourite acts perform live.    


Food & Drink


Both food and drink are very expensive once inside the festival arena. The campsites usually allow food and drink to be brought in, but if you're careful you can usually sneak some alcohol in! My friend got very good at sneaking her hip-flask in filled with vodka ;) We decided to buy food beforehand and then buy something hot once a day from the food stalls. Things like crisps, cereal bars, rice cakes & oatcakes are good to buy because they stay fresh. Also, do check with the festival organisers whether they allow glass bottles in at all. To be on the safe side buy cans or decant spirits into plastic bottles beforehand to prevent security confiscating you're paid for goods!
    
      
Whatever festival you're going to this summer, enjoy & have a blast! x