Welcome to MoonFest Camp

We’ve decided to create this small blog to keep you up to date on all things MoonFest. So to start us off, here is our Ticket Buyers Info Pack, which is a kind of refined guide to the festival.

MoonFest 2008 – 29th to 31st August

The Arena site is situated at Storridge Farm, just off the West Wilts Trading Estate in Westbury and the Camping and Parking is situated at Southwick Farm, between the A361 and A350 in Southwick. (20min walk, free shuttle bus between sites available)

Car Park Site

Southwick Farm
Southwick
Trowbridge
Wilts
BA14 9RH.

The Arena Site

Storridge Farm
Storridge Road
Westbury
Wilts
BA13 4HY

The Festival is open from 10.00 am, Friday, 29th August until 12.00pm, Monday 1st September. Please do not come before 10.00 am on Friday.

Getting to MoonFest

· If you use Satnav, the postcode of the car park is BA14 9RH. When you get close to the site follow the car park signs and the directions of stewards.

By Bus

· There is a local bus route that stops near to both the camp site and the main site – the 264/265 between Warminster and Bath via Trowbridge, operated jointly by First Great Western and Wilts and Dorset

· National Express has destinations in Trowbridge, Warminster and Bath.

· Mega Bus stops at Bath Bus Station.

By Rail

· Westbury train station is only 0.8 miles from the Festival, and the short walk will be sign posted.

· Visit www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk or www.thetrainline.com

· Train services are explained by National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.

By Road

· Plan your journeys in advance – could save you hours. Remember – tiredness kills!

· Make sure you are OK to drive. Drug driving is not a safe trip. When did you last have a drink? Do not risk it! Wait until you are OK - you know it makes sense.

· Using unofficial car-parking threatens the future of the Festival.

· Absolutely no sleeping, camping or fires are allowed in the car parks.

· Don't park on verges or in gateways or private roads - you will be towed away by the Police, incurring expense and great inconvenience.

· Avoid leaving your car unlocked as you either load or unload, and leave nothing visible inside (even food and drink).

· Leave the glove compartment open and conspicuously empty. Don’t invite car crime.

· From London: M4 (J17) then A350 and A363.

· From the North East: A1 or M1, M25 to M4 then A350 and A363.

· From the Midlands: M5 to A39 and A361.

· From the North West: M6, M5 to A39 then A361.

· From Wales: M4 to A36 then A361

· From the West Country: A303 to A36 or A350

Campervans/Caravans

Caravans, trailer tents and campervans are only admitted to special field situated next to the car park and camp site.

Getting Ready

Everyone’s got their own idea of what to bring to MoonFest but, when packing, remember, less is best. Help us by only bringing essentials – and taking them all away with you when you leave. Gazebos take up other people’s camping space and usually get trashed – please don’t bring one.

· Don’t forget your ticket – you’ll need to show it at the gate to get in.

· Only bring what you can afford to lose. There is no way you can make a tent secure.

· Remember when packing that glass is not allowed on site

· You will have to carry all your stuff some distance - twice - so travel light.

· Bring warm & waterproof clothing, (ponchos are lightweight and a great way to keep dry) a pair of decent walking shoes/boots, plenty of dry socks to change into if your feet get wet, sun-cream, wet wipes and a torch to help you to manage the uneven tracks and avoid those tricky guy-ropes at night.

· There are many places to eat on site. Ditch the food & cooking equipment.

· There is no cash point on site, so bring your money with you. Use a money belt to keep it safe.

· Only bring the keys that you are likely to be using, in case they get lost.

· Tickets are non-refundable, so if you are concerned you may be unable to attend the Festival, you may wish to insure your ticket.

· Remember to bring your vital medications and keep them with you.

· Please don’t bring your own sound system - the Festival has music pretty well covered. The campsites are patrolled for rogue systems, which will be confiscated.

Getting In

· Be prepared to show your ticket for inspection at car park entrances or when catching the shuttle bus, BUT do not give your ticket to anyone, even if they look like stewards, until you reach the gate, where you will exchange your ticket for a wristband.

Children

· Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

· Children under 12 will be free to enter the festival

Making Camp

· Note where you camp in relation to a numbered Fire Point or other fixed point or mark your camp with a flag. It can be a nightmare to find your tent without a recognisable landmark.

· Say hello to your neighbors to build a community feeling and provide greater security. Look after each other and if someone is feeling ill, get help.

· Remember that tents are very vulnerable, even zipped up. Padlocks scream “I have something worth nicking in here”.

· Thieving gits will find it harder if you take some basic precautions. Postcode your valuables.

· Be inventive about hiding your money – spread it around. Some people put money and mobile phones in their wellies whilst walking around -just be careful if you get stuck in mud!

Light My Fire

· Candles are dangerous and useless in a field; use torches in and around tents.

· Bonfires are not allowed

· If you cook, do it outside.

· Always change camping gas outside tents – even if it is raining.

· When changing gas cylinders, ensure gas tap is in the ‘off’ position, otherwise the gas will ignite when the cylinder is pierced and you could get badly burned.

· Campsite wardens & security teams look out for fires, accidents and risky situations.

· Should you discover a fire, raise the alarm, check out people nearby are OK, and tell your nearest campsite warden about the problem. Immediately!

· The legislation about not smoking inside in public places applies in tented venues on site - just as much as it does in your favourite club. You will help our fire stewards by keeping to the law!

5000’s a Crowd

· As people move between the stages, particularly in bad weather conditions, gridlock can occur. If a swelling crowd develops, avoid adding to it. Chill, sit down, relax, and wait for it to die down. Be patient!

Getting Around

· The Festival covers 2 sites. These are some distance apart, but still walkable within 15-20min along a foot path. If it is muddy, or you are carrying an injury, it will take longer. And that’s in daylight and sober. However, if your feeling tired there will be shuttle buses between the 2 sites.

· The Arena has 3 sections to it; the Main area which will be there to satisfy all of your musical needs with the MoonFest Main Stage and the Riff Stock Stage, the Family Chill Out area and the VIP area.

· Arrange to meet friends at the Meeting Point or a quiet place – it’s impossible to meet at one of the main stages. ‘Time’ becomes a vague concept at the Festival. Be prepared to wait.

Family Chill Out

· Once dancing your legs off to your Favourite tunes, relax in the Family Chill Out area. Perhaps a spot of shopping, a ride on our fun fair, or just a place to go away from the hustle and bustle.

VIP Area

· If you’re lucky enough to be a VIP this weekend, you can indulge in some cocktails, champagne and silver service in the 1920s themed diner in our VIP area. And maybe spot a celeb or two!

Eating Out

· Forget the camping stove, treat yourself and eat out. There will many places to dine, an eastern promise, with Indian curries and oriental Chinese; a hog roast and burgers for the more tradition, and for when the weather is a scorcher, cool down with an ice cream or two.

Getting in Touch

· Use your mobile phone to keep in touch with friends – and keep that phone safe. Think of the hassle you would have if you lost it, or it was stolen. Look after it.

Looking After Number One

The moment you enter the Festival site, you do not become an indestructible being, capable of anything. So look after yourself, don’t overdo it and, most importantly, look out for others.

· Without wanting to sound like your mum, please wash your hands regularly. There is more chance of catching an infection in a field than at home.

· The Festival takes place on uneven farmland, with stone tacks and metal track ways. Take care, especially at night – you can’t dance with a twisted ankle. Strong shoes for walking may not be fashionable, but are necessary – just as a torch is after dark.

· Please do not climb any trees on site – it’s dangerous and may damage the tree.

· Illegal drugs are no more legal on site, than off. There will be police on site. The Festival is not a good time to experiment with drugs. The crowds are likely to make any bad reaction much, much worse.

· Take a water bottle with you, especially when the sun is shining. You can fill it for free from tap points dotted around the Festival site. Don’t risk overheating and dehydration.

· Drunkenness is, at best, annoying and antisocial. Drug/alcohol cocktails can be lethal.

· Prolonged exposure to high volume noise can cause severe hearing damage.

· Serious sunstroke, sunburn or cancer can be caused by the sun on unprotected skin.

· You risk pregnancy and/or infection from unprotected sex.

· Bar staff will ask for proof of age whenever a customer appears to be under 18 – so if you think there is a chance you may be asked, best bring some photo ID. It’s down to you to prove you are over 18.

Antisocial and illegal behaviour will not be tolerated: ejection, possibly by the police, without return, will be the outcome.

Medical Centre

· There is a Medical Tent on site – Next to the security tent.

Sleeping at Moonfest

· There is plenty of space in the Moonfest Camp, however, if you prefer your home comforts there are a few hotels and B&Bs in Westbury, which we have listed below.

The Garden House Hotel

26, Edward St,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 3BD
Tel: 01373 859995

The Angel Hotel

3, Church St,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 3BY

Tel: 01373 822648

The Westbury Hotel

2, Market Place,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 3DQ
Tel: 01373 822500

Redwood Lodge

The Ham

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 4HF

Tel: 01373 823949

The Cedar Hotel

114, Warminster Rd,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 3PR
Tel: 01373 822753

Crossways Guest House

23, Station Rd,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 3JL

Tel: 01373 822379

Orchard Bed & Breakfast

7, Court Orchard,

Bratton,

Westbury,

Wiltshire

BA13 4RY
Tel: 01380 830841

The Small Print

Only food & alcohol for personal consumption can be brought into the site. Please don’t bring any glass bottles. They are dangerous and will be confiscated. Do not to bring anything that would cause unnecessary rubbish. You may be searched at the entrance for any items that may be used in an illegal or offensive manner - which will be confiscated. Persons suspected of carrying out illegal and/or offensive activities onsite may also be searched and face eviction. No portable laser equipment or pens are permitted. No animals (except registered guide dogs), sound systems, generators, kites or sky lanterns, Unauthorised fireworks, or wax flares, fires or burning of plastic will be allowed on site. Persons using fireworks will be ejected from site and materials confiscated. No Unauthorised tape recorders, professional film or video equipment are allowed onsite. Cameras for personal use are welcome. Ticket holders consent to the filming and sound recording of themselves as part of the audience.

Enough advice already - have a wild and unforgettable time.