Glastonbury

2024 - 6 - 26

Glastonbury 2024: Gates Open to Thousands of Music Lovers in a Splash of Festive Fun

Charlotte Church - Coldplay - Dua Lipa - Emily Eavis - Glastonbury Festival - Music - Music Festivals - Skingred - SZA

Find out why Glastonbury 2024 is the place to be for music enthusiasts. Gates are open, acts are lined up, and excitement is in the air!

Glastonbury Festival 2024 has kicked off with a bang as thousands of eager music lovers flood through the gates of the world-renowned event. Headliners like Dua Lipa, Coldplay, SZA, and Shania Twain promise unforgettable performances. Welsh talents such as Charlotte Church, Skindred, and Cara Hammond are also set to shine. DJ Bob the Blender wasted no time setting up in front of the iconic Pyramid Stage, setting the tone for a weekend of musical bliss. Organiser Emily Eavis, thrilled with the turnout, welcomed the crowd amidst soaring UK temperatures.

For the seasoned volunteers like 81-year-old Judy Cole and 84-year-old Graham, Glastonbury is a tradition that brings them sheer joy. Beyond the music, research suggests that attending Glastonbury can have life-changing impacts, uniting over 210,000 attendees in a unique experience. Back in 1970, after the passing of Jimi Hendrix, Michael Eavis transformed his dairy farm into the legendary Worthy Farm, marking the birth of the iconic festival.

And in a curious twist, a naked knitted Chris Martin doll has made its debut, courtesy of Sandra Witcombe's playful creation. This quirky addition adds a touch of whimsy to the festivities, echoing the spirit of fun and camaraderie that defines Glastonbury. So, if you ever questioned why Glastonbury is a must-visit, these stories of music, community, and creativity provide the answer.

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Glastonbury Festival 2024 gates open to music lovers (BBC News)

Thousands of ticket holders have begun filtering into the site for the world-famous festival.

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Glastonbury: Gates open to festival - but rain could be on the way (Sky News)

Headline acts this year include pop star Dua Lipa, British rock band Coldplay, and American singer-songwriter SZA, while Canadian country star Shania Twain ...

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Glastonbury 2024: The Welsh bands and artists and who to look out for (BBC News)

Charlotte Church, Skindred and Cara Hammond are among a long list of Welsh artists at Glastonbury 2024.

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First fans through Glastonbury gates praise festival as 'religious ... (Anglo Celt)

DJ Bob the Blender was already set up on a sofa in front of the Pyramid Stage before 9am on Wednesday morning.

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Glastonbury opens its gates as UK temperatures soar to 30C (The Guardian)

Organiser Emily Eavis says it is 'best moment of the year', as visitors are sprayed with water while they set up camp.

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Emily Eavis: Having two female Glastonbury headliners has been a ... (BreakingNews.ie)

The festival co-organiser opened the gates of Worthy Farm to thousands of excited revellers on Wednesday morning as a brass band played.

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Emily Eavis welcomes revellers as Glastonbury gates open ... (Westmeath Independent)

The first festival-goers have arrived at Worthy Farm in Somerset.

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Naked knitted Chris Martin doll at Glastonbury Festival (BBC News)

Sandra Witcombe made the doll "as a bit of fun" and hopes it will bring a smile to the singer's face.

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Couple in 80s thrilled to be Glastonbury volunteers (BBC News)

Judy Cole, 81, and Graham, who turns 84 at the festival, begun volunteering at the site in 1995.

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Why go to Glastonbury? Research suggests it could change your life (The Conversation UK)

Most of the 210,000 people who go to Glastonbury festival probably think of it as a glorious event filled with music, dancing and camaraderie.

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With 200000 Expected, Emily Eavis Opens The 54th Glastonbury ... (Forbes)

In the summer of 1970, a day after Jimi Hendrix died, Michael Eavis, then a dairy farmer in Pilton, Somerset, opened his aptly-named Worthy Farm to festival ...

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Glastonbury 2024 in pictures: Thousands arrive in sunny weather (BBC News)

Music lovers have spent the day lugging air mattresses, rucksacks, refreshments and more across the Glastonbury Festival site in the baking sunshine.

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Sugababes on Glastonbury: 'We were the first female pop band to ... (BBC News)

Then Sugababes turn up. The day one line-up of Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy had reclaimed the rights to their band name in 2019 - but thanks ...

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Glastonbury Festival: Accessible singing for the neurodiverse (BBC News)

The sessions will involve singing, bubble guns and stimulation props so all can participate. Member Elizabeth McGregor said: "We want to help people regulate, ...

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Glastonbury 2024: Your guide to the NI and Irish artists (BBC News)

Glastonbury Festival opened its gates on Wednesday. 200,000 people are descending on Worthy Farm for a weekend of music, comedy, poetry, dance and theatre. This ...

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Hopeful email led to Shrewsbury musician's Glastonbury gig (BBC News)

Jessie Reid will play a set on the acoustic stage at Glastonbury Festival on Saturday.

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Cambridge teacher who quit job to rap will perform at Glastonbury (BBC News)

A rapper who gave up teaching earlier this year to pursue music has said performing at Glastonbury Festival is proof she is living her dream.

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Glastonbury Festival opens with drone art show (BBC News)

The drones created a light display in the sky that depicted the some of Glastonbury's most iconic landmarks.

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Glastonbury Festival live: Fans fret over Euros 2024 update as 'hour ... (The Independent)

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