Drivers heading to Glastonbury Festival this week are being urged by the RAC to brace themselves for extensive traffic delays. With hundreds of thousands of revellers expected to descend upon Worthy Farm in Somerset, the motoring organisation has warned that journeys could take significantly longer than usual, especially during peak arrival times.
The main influx of attendees is anticipated on Wednesday, 26th June, with the RAC highlighting the period around lunchtime as particularly challenging. The rural location of the festival site, combined with a limited number of access roads, historically leads to severe congestion on local routes, including the A37 and A361.
The RAC is advising motorists to meticulously plan their routes and consider alternative travel times if possible. They also recommend that vehicles are thoroughly checked before setting off, ensuring tyres, oil, and coolant levels are adequate to minimise the risk of breakdowns, which can exacerbate traffic issues. Packing essential supplies such as water, snacks, and entertainment for potential long waits is also suggested.
To assist festival-goers, the RAC has confirmed it will be strategically positioning additional patrols in the vicinity of Worthy Farm throughout the week. These patrols will be on hand to provide roadside assistance and help keep traffic moving as smoothly as possible, responding to breakdowns that could otherwise cause significant disruption to the flow of vehicles.
Glastonbury Festival is one of the world's largest greenfield music and performing arts festivals, attracting over 200,000 people. Its immense popularity, coupled with its rural setting, consistently presents unique logistical challenges for transport infrastructure, making careful planning essential for all attendees travelling by road.