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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Roisin O'Connor

Glastonbury organiser takes action after overcrowding complaints

  • Glastonbury has sold "a few thousand" fewer tickets this year to reduce overcrowding, following complaints from the previous year.
  • The 2025 festival is sold out but will not use its full 210,000 capacity when it takes place at Worthy Farm in Somerset later this month.
  • More room has been created at the Other Stage and Shangri-La nightlife area to ease congestion.
  • Glastonbury staff did not believe the festival suffered from overcrowding last year, despite complaints from some fans.
  • Ticket-holders will be encouraged to use different routes, and the festival’s app planner will help predict busy areas.

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Emily Eavis reveals Glastonbury capacity cut to avoid overcrowding

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