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Glastonbury is the greatest festival on earth — and after a fallow year, it’s back. Five days of music across dozens of stages on Worthy Farm in Somerset, with a scale and spirit no other festival matches: legendary headliners, the Pyramid Stage, all-night fields, and a city of culture built in the English countryside. This guide covers the 2027 dates, how to get there, where to stay, and how to plan the trip.
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When to go: the music calendar
- Glastonbury 2027 — the festival returns to Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset from June 23–27, 2027, after a scheduled 2026 fallow year (when the land rests). Confirm dates and the on-sale on the official Glastonbury site.
- Tickets — Glastonbury sells out in minutes and you must register (with a photo) in advance before the on-sale; tickets are non-transferable. Watch for ticket info from mid-2026 and the lineup in early 2027.
- The scale — dozens of stages and fields (Pyramid, Other, West Holts, Park, plus the late-night Shangri-La/Block9 areas) across genres. It’s a camping festival — come prepared for everything from sun to mud.
Getting there: flights to Bristol (BRS) or London
The nearest major airport is Bristol (BRS), about an hour from the festival; London (LHR/LGW/STN, code LON) opens up far more international routes, then it’s a train or coach west. The classic route is by train to Castle Cary station (on the London Paddington line), with festival shuttle buses onward to the gate. Set a price watch early — late June is peak UK travel.
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Where to stay (matched to your trip)
- On-site camping — the real Glastonbury: pitch your own tent in the fields, or upgrade to pre-pitched tents and glamping/”Worthy View” options. You stay in the experience from dawn to late.
- Glamping / boutique camps nearby — off-site luxury camps around Pilton offer real beds, showers and shuttle access for those who want comfort.
- Bath or Bristol hotels — base in a city (about an hour away) and commute in by car/coach if you’d rather not camp, though traffic on festival days is heavy.
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Getting around
Most people arrive by train to Castle Cary then the official shuttle, or by coach (National Express runs packages that include a ticket-buying advantage). Driving needs a car park pass and means long queues. On-site, everything is on foot — and the site is huge and hilly, so pack light and wear broken-in boots. The UK uses the pound sterling (GBP); the site is increasingly cashless.
Plan for British weather. It can be hot, wet, or both in one day — bring wellies, waterproofs, sun cream and a refillable bottle. Phone signal in the fields is patchy, so agree meet-up spots with your group.
Airport transfer
Landing at Bristol or London and want a smooth ride toward Somerset or your city hotel? Pre-book a private transfer.
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Stay connected: get an eSIM
Skip pricey roaming — a local data eSIM keeps maps, train times and the festival app working from the moment you land.
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Explore by car
Want to explore Bath, Bristol or the West Country around the festival? A rental helps for the wider trip — though for the festival itself, train-plus-shuttle beats driving.
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Getting to the festival
From London, take the train from Paddington to Castle Cary (about 1h45), then the dedicated festival shuttle bus to Worthy Farm. From Bristol, it’s roughly an hour by road. Official coach packages from cities around the UK are a reliable option and sometimes come with an earlier ticket window. Whatever you choose, book travel as soon as you have a ticket.
Sample budget — 5 days, festival (per person)
| Item | Budget | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|
| Flights (to BRS/LON, varies) | $90 | $320 |
| Festival ticket (5-day + camping) | $480 | $480 |
| Camping gear / glamping | $60 | $500 |
| Food + drinks | $180 | $360 |
| Train/coach, transfer, eSIM | $80 | $160 |
| Total | ~$890 | ~$1,820 |
The ticket price is fixed and the same for everyone — where you save or spend is on travel and whether you camp or glamp.
Money-saving tips
- Register early and be ready the instant tickets go on sale — they sell out in minutes, so have multiple people trying.
- Consider a coach package — it bundles travel and can come with an earlier ticket window.
- Camp rather than glamp and bring your own gear to keep costs down.
- Bring refillable bottles (free water points on-site) and some food to cut on-site spend.
- Travel hand-luggage light and fly into whichever of Bristol/London is cheaper.
Plan your Glastonbury trip
Register first, then line up flights into Bristol or London and your train/coach the moment you have a ticket — everything around Glastonbury books up fast.
Frequently asked questions
When is Glastonbury 2027?
Glastonbury 2027 runs June 23–27, 2027 at Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset, returning after the 2026 fallow year. Confirm dates and the ticket on-sale on the official Glastonbury site.
How do I get tickets?
You must register in advance (with a photo) before the on-sale, then buy the moment tickets drop — they sell out within minutes and are non-transferable. Ticket info is expected from mid-2026.
How do I get to Glastonbury?
Fly into Bristol (BRS) or London, then take the train to Castle Cary and the festival shuttle, or use an official coach package. Driving requires a car park pass.
Do I have to camp?
Most people camp on-site (from your own tent to glamping). Alternatively, stay in Bath or Bristol and commute in, or book an off-site glamping camp near Pilton.