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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle

The ultimate festival must-haves to pack, from beer to bumbags

The Independent

Festival season is here. And if you’re spending your summer dancing in a field this year – be that Reading, Lost Village, Houghton or Wilderness – the countdown really is on, so it’s time to get prepared.

If it’s your first time attending a festival, packing can feel a little overwhelming. But fear not because we’re here to help outline all of the essentials that deserve a spot in your backpack.

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