Festivals are a great way to spend a summer weekend. Good bands, good beer, good weather: what’s not to like? It is important, though, to keep safe. That’s why we’re going to use today to look at the various ways in which you can ensure that your weekend goes by without any kind of hitches.
Keep a mobile charger on you. The simple fact is that in 2017, it’s virtually impossible to get through the weekend without using your phone for something. (No, not Facebook. For goodness sake, give it a rest for the weekend!). In any busy festival, it’s almost guaranteed that at some point you’ll probably get separated from your friends. Invest in a mobile charger (i.e. one that’s powered by batteries rather than the mains) and stock up on a load of batteries. This way, you’ll be able to call your mates and meet up with each other every time you find yourself getting pushed to the other side of the crowd!
Don’t bring your valuables. Repeat after us: ‘I do not need to take my iPad to Glastonbury’. Most modern festivals are pretty friendly and, generally speaking, people try and look out for each other. However, it’s not a good idea to take a load of expensive gear with you. Cameras are fair enough, but leave the laptops, credit cards, tablets and the like at home. You simply don’t need them.