Festival season is well and truly upon us and with Island-based biggies like Bestival and Jack up the 80’s still to come it’s an exciting time on the Isle of Wight. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or first timer, it’s really important to have a list of the essentials to take with you. We’ve put together a few ‘Festival Survival Kits’ to make life easier for you and there’s one to suit all budgets and tastes. Be sure to do your own list of what you need as well but to get you started take a look below….
No money? No problem! Even if you’re new to festivals and need to buy all of the below it really doesn’t need to break the bank. The super-thrifty among you will absolutely love the range of camping equipment and clothing available on Wightbay! Very often these have had minimal use and can save you an absolute fortune compared to their full-price counterparts.
- Mobile Phone Charger (£9.99)
- Reusable water bottle
- Basic Tent (£30) – on Wightbay from £15!
- Sleeping bag (£13.99)
- Roll mat (£5.99)
- Basic Wellies (£10) – on Wightbay from £5
- Toilet Roll
- Sunscreen (at least factor 30 is best) (£5)
- Torch (£4)
- Hat (£5)
- Bags for rubbish/dirty clothes
This kit is perfect for you if you love a good festival but also like a little bit of luxury. If you like the finer things in life but are on a bit of a shoestring budget you’d be surprised at how many Islanders sell their high-end festival gear on Wightbay. Things like Hunter Wellies and tents sleeping large groups are often up for grabs as less than half the the retail price – so get stuck in!
- Mobile Phone Charger (£9.99)
- Reusable water bottle
- Wet wipes (£2)
- Mid-range tent (£50)
- Folding camping stool (£6)
- Highlander Echo 350 Sleeping Bag (£40)
- Vango Trek Mat (£19)
- Mid-range Wellies (£50 upwards)
- Toilet roll
- Sunscreen
- LED Head torch and light set (£8)
- Jack Wolfskin Supplex Mesh Hat (£25)
- Campinaz Camping Stove (£12.50)
- Bocideal Cooking Set (£10)
- Bags for rubbish and dirty clothes
Two-man tents and mud not your thing at all? If money is of no object then the ultimate glamping experience could be right up your street! Forget cold tins of baked beans and sleeping on the floor – this is stylish luxury camping at it’s finest! That said, if money is a bit too tight for the large expense of a bell tent there are plenty of companies on the Island who hire them out – which could prove to be a more economical option!
- 3 in 1 energy tube (£24)
- Camelbak Hydrobak Hydration Pack (£29)
- 5m Boutique Camping Bell Tent (£490)
- Inflatable ChestAIRfield Sofa (£250)
- Amazonas Placio Hammock (£119)
- Hammock Stand (£349)
- Quilted sleeping bag (£90)
- Hunter Wellies (£90 upwards)
- Embroidered floor cushions (£25.99 each)
- Boutique Camping hand painted Indian Bajot table (£39.00)
- Toilet roll
- Sunscreen
- LED Head torch and light set (£8)
- Jack Wolfskin Supplex Mesh Hat (£25)
- Portable Woodburning Stove Bell Tent Kit (£249)
- Bocideal Cooking Set (£10)
- 4 Person Wicker Picnic Basket (£50)
- Bags for rubbish and dirty clothes
What’s On: Upcoming Festivals on the Isle of Wight
Where? Garlic Festival Field, Newchurch
When? 8th & 9th August 2015
Tell me more! Celebrating the very best of the 80’s, this family friendly festival has been running for three years and also aims to raise awareness for Island charity Wight Crystal.
Where? Various venues in Ventnor
When? 11th – 16th August 2015
Tell me more! This arts festival showcases over 300 performers worldwide and follows the principles of the famous Edinburgh Fringe – with pop-up venues appearing all over Ventnor.
Where? Robin Hill, Downend
When? 10th-13th September 2015
Tell me more! With a line-up including Missy Elliott, Duran Duran and The Chemical Brothers, this year’s Bestival promises to be the best ever. This festival’s unique and creative on-site venues sets it apart from the rest.
Got old festival gear to sell? Now’s the perfect time – place an ad on Wightbay today and cash in, just in time for summer!
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