Reading has a lot going for it – its location is ideal, the weather is normally reliable and it’s clearly got nicer toilets! But there’s just something about Leeds that is ever so slightly better.
What is difference between Reading and Leeds Festival?
The events take place simultaneously on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the August bank holiday weekend. The Reading Festival is held at Little John’s Farm on Richfield Avenue in central Reading, near Caversham Bridge. The Leeds event is held in Bramham Park, near Wetherby, the grounds of a historic house.
Is it worth going to Reading Festival?
Reading is one of the UK’s most popular festivals and one of the longest running festivals in the world. It’s fair to say that the festival provides music fans with amazing experiences year after year, and this year will mark 51 years of Reading.
What age is appropriate for Reading Festival?
We welcome all ages to the festival. However, there are entry restrictions for under 16s and we do advise not bringing young children. Anyone 15 and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18 years old at all times. Children under 13 years are admitted free.
Is Reading and Leeds the same line up?
While Reading and Leeds Festivals will have the same line up and will be taking place concurrently, the acts on stage will play at different times – after all, they can’t be in two places at once! For example, The 1975 will be playing on Friday, August 26 at Leeds Festival.
Is Leeds Festival child friendly?
On the day, children and families can enjoy what’s on the square including glitter tattoo artists, climbing wall, sport activities, arts and crafts, circus skills, sensory play and much more!
Do you need wellies at Reading Festival?
Tights and leggings are a great day to night warm up that you can easily carry around in your bag – so add those to your Reading festival checklist! What is this? Comfy wellies – it’s a festival, you need some wellies!
Is Leeds Fest worth?
Best festival ever, if you love rain wet and cold then you’ll love Leeds fest so always keep wellies and waterproof jacket on you. Toilets can be quite disgusting in the campsites but the experience is well worth it. A bit price for beer and food in the arena, so make sure you have plenty of cash.
Do celebrities go to Reading Festival?
PICTURES: Celebrities spotted at festival near Reading
Strictly Come Dancing stars Janette Manrara and her husband Aljaz Skorjanec also arrived at the event on Monday.
Is food expensive at Reading Festival?
So, expect to spend anywhere between £60 and £80 on food per day. You can bring down that cost by carrying as many allowed food items with you. For example, water bottles are not allowed on site but you can bring beer, soda, and wine. Any music festival is incomplete unless you pick a band or festival T-shirt.
Is there an alcohol limit at Reading Festival?
There is a limit of 24 cans and a 1 litre plastic bottle of spirit or wine per person. Any alcohol in glass bottles must be decanted into plastic bottles.
Can you shower at Reading Festival?
Showers. If you’re at the festival for the whole weekend and need a proper wash, there are showers dotted around the campsites in case you didn’t book the luxury camping.
Is there a curfew at Reading Festival?
Curfew times
One of the biggest differences between the two festivals is the curfew. The Leeds festival-goers laugh at the Reading lot whenever they hear there’s a curfew on what time the bands can play until each night.
How far apart are Reading and Leeds?
Distance between Leeds and Reading is 263 kilometers (163 miles). Driving distance from Leeds to Reading is 331 kilometers (206 miles).
Has Ed Sheeran played Reading Festival?
Bring Me The Horizon were joined by Ed Sheeran during their headline performance at Reading Festival last night, where they played Bad Habits together.
How old do you have to be to go to Leeds or Reading Festival?
On its website, Reading Festival says: “We welcome all ages to the festival. However, there are entry restrictions for under 16s and we do advise not bringing young children. “Anyone 15 and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18 years old at all times. Children under 13 years are admitted free.
Is it muddy at Leeds Festival?
Yes, it gets muddy! But still, other festivals I have been to make some attempt to make it safe to get around. Maybe I’m just getting too old for festivals?! Leeds definitely attracts a younger, don’t give a s**t sort of clientele!
Is there sniffer dogs at Leeds Festival?
We work very closely with West Yorkshire Police and members of the security services to ensure our security procedures are up to date and we are following best practice. We put a lot of time and effort on briefing and training and run emergency exercises. We also have a team of sniffer dogs working around the clock.
Can 14 year olds go to Leeds Festival?
Leeds Festival welcomes all ages. unaccompanied under 16s are allowed on site. children 12 and under in case they get lost or separated from their guardian, will be available from the wristband exchanges & welfare points. We do not accept any parental or supervisory duty of care or liability for any under 18s on site.
What should I take to Reading and Leeds?
Besides – if they run out of soap then a little bit of hand sanitiser isn’t likely to go amiss. There will be free sanitiser dotted about the event but you definitely don’t want to get caught short.
7. Hand Sanitiser
- Mini toiletries.
- Wellies.
- Head gear.
- Emergency clothes.
- Waterproofs.
- Torches.
- Plasters.
- Sun cream.
How do you survive Reading Festival?
Pop these things in your bag for a much more comfortable festival experience:
- Blister plasters.
- Sun cream.
- Baby wipes.
- Earplugs.
- Bottles of water.
- A flag – so you can see which tent is yours.
- Hand sanitiser.
- Tissues – easier to pack than toilet roll.