Glastonbury Guide
Health and safety
Health Stuff
You can help prevent stomach illnesses and bugs by practising some basic hygiene; washing your hands after visiting the loos, and before eating or preparing food.
They'll be medical staff at various places on the site if you need medical attention. Don't try to make your way off site to hospital - this may result in very long and possibly dangerous delays in getting treatment.
Keep the number for NHS direct handy too, just in case. The number is 0845 4647.
It's also a good idea to bring some over-the-counter remedies for headache, toothache, minor cuts, burns, bruises or sunburn.
Remember to bring any regular medications you might need too. Festival Medical Services (FMS) can look after your medication if it needs to be kept in the fridge. If you do forget anything tell FMS as they can usually get further supplies.
In 2005 there was 1 first aid post and two pharmacies, plus are two 24-hour medical centres on site, staffed by doctors, nurses and paramedics. We're expecting there will be the same if not more this year.
There's also a variety of alternative therapies on offer in the Green Fields.
Don't forget your earplugs
The Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) advise on taking a pair of reusable earplugs to protect your hearing.
The charity also says to stand away from loud speakers, and to take regular breaks from the music to give your ears a rest, in order to protect against potential hearing damage.
Emergency, emergency
You should report any incidents to the festival staff who are all over the site - they have radios or backup and can contact the police if necessary.
You should only dial 999 from a mobile phone as a last resort, as this may not be the most effective means of getting help on the Festival site.
There's a police compound on site, and Glastonbury Festival organisers advise you to report all crime.
Stolen property should also be reported to the on-site lost property office.
Glastonbury Casualties
Regarding drugs, the law still applies to Glastonbury festival just like the rest of the country! Excess drinking and drug taking can have real impact on your health and emotional wellbeing whilst at the festival.
The added effects of being in such a big unfamiliar place can get to be a bit too much combined with any extra influences. If you do suffer under the influence of drugs or drink, Glastonbury Festival stewards are trained in Emergency First Aid and are fully informed about the welfare and drugs advisory facilities.
Read the festival's policy on drugs here.
The Somerset Police Force care
This year, the police at Somerset have come up with a campaign website which is dedicated to you, the festival goer, to have the best time, whilst giving you lots of tips on staying safe, and crime-free
Find out more at their Glastonbury website
