FESTIVAL SERIES : Essentials Checklist

Heading off to a festival this summer?
Here is my essential checklist for all your festival needs to make the
weekend as easy and comfortable as possible. 

• ·         ID

Might sound obvious but you will need photo ID, its dosn't matter who you are, who you know or how old you think you look – just bring the ID. Its not worth the time or hassel to be questioned or refused from something

• ·         Ticket

Another obvious one but people always manage to forget the most basic of things. And it would be a real sickener to miss out because you forgot a piece of paper!

• ·         Money:

I think its easy yo for get as I never really tend to carry cash. Make sure you are prepared. You’ll need food, want drinks and emergency money. Oh did I mention of drinks?

• ·         Wellie-boots 

If its anywhere in Ireland, England or even parts of Europe you are almost guaranteed at least ONE SHOWER. And the ground will become soft as thousands of people trek over the grass. You might feel silly wearing them on the bus if its hot but I think they are a must. You will not regret bringing them!

• ·         Camping essentials

Tent, sleeping bag, foam mat, torch, masking/duct tape, bin bags.

• ·         Hygiene essentials
  
  Hand sanitizer, toilet paper, dry shampoo, deodorant, body-mist, hair/tooth brush MOUTH WASH, wet wipes!

• ·     Space blanket, , first aid kit, plasters just in case  First-aid tents are always busy and small things can be dealt with easily.

I hope this checklist is useful whether you're a first time festival goer,
or an annual addict!
And let me know if I forgot anything. Happy camping!  More of the festival series coming soon!

-Cliona