Festival-goers are set to converge on Worthy Farm in Somerset this week, but motorists planning journeys through the region are advised to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions. Hundreds of thousands of attendees, staff, and performers are expected to descend upon Glastonbury, straining local road networks and major motorways such as the M5, A303, and A37.
Major arterial routes leading to the festival site will experience substantial increases in vehicle numbers during peak arrival days and departure periods. As an estimated 200,000 people make their way to Glastonbury, businesses relying on timely deliveries are being urged by the RAC to review schedules, consider alternative routes and factor in additional journey time for any operations passing through or near the affected areas of Somerset.
While the main festival site is the focal point, knock-on effects will be felt across a wider area as festival-goers travel from all corners of the UK. Main motorways and A-roads leading towards the South West are expected to see heavier volumes of traffic, impacting general commuting and long-distance travel for non-festival related journeys.
The warning issued by the RAC serves as a reminder of the seasonal challenge faced by transport and logistics sectors during major events like Glastonbury. As one of the world's largest greenfield music festivals, its logistical footprint requires careful consideration from all road users to ensure safety on the roads and minimise disruption.