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The gates to Glastonbury 2023 have now opened, with Michael and Emily Eavis officially launching the start of this year’s festival.
Thousands of music fans will flood the fields of Worthy Farm, Somerset, and set up camp for the next five nights, to see headliners Arctic Monkeys, Guns N’ Roses and Elton John, along with hundreds of other artists.
The weather for this year’s festival is predicted to be a mixture of sun and rain, after a month’s worth of rain fell in the UK last weekend.
Forecasters say higher temperatures of 27C could be reached later in the week, but the first few days are currently expected to be grey, with some rain and highs of 23C.
Live coverage of Glastonbury Festival 2023 will be aired by the BBC across TV, BBC Radio, Sounds and iPlayer. This year, the broadcaster has also launched a brand new channel, Pyramid Stage – Signed, which will feature British Sign Language performances of every show on the main stage.
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Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 09:20
Arctic Monkeys call off Dublin show days before Glastonbury prompting cancellation fears
Arctic Monkeys have cancelled a gig days before Glastonbury, prompting fears they’ll pull out of the festival.
The Sheffield quartet, led by Alex Turner, are midway through a world tour and, after three days at London’s Emirates Stadium, were set to play Marlay Park in Dublin on Tuesday (20 June).
However, a statement released via the band’s official social media accounts on Monday (19 June) revealed that the band have been forced to cancel the show as Turner is suffering from acute laryngitis.
“We are extremely sorry to announce the cancellation of Arctic Monkeys’ show at Marlay Park in Dublin tomorrow,” it read.
“Alex is suffering from acute laryngitis, and following medical advice, has been ordered to rest.”
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 09:15
Glastonbury has abandoned its roots, and it desperately needs them back
Somewhere along the line, the festival traded lawless anarchy for stockbrokers speed-dialling their dealers from luxury yurts. But Glastonbury veteran Mark Beaumont thinks the event doesn’t need to sacrifice its counter-cultural history to embrace relevance and modernity.
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 09:00
Missing Glastonbury? Here’s how to have a festival feast at home
From burgers to bao buns to booze, these recipes from the head chefs at Gousto will ensure you don’t miss out on the festival fun this weekend.
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 08:45
Everything you need to know about Elton John’s first Glastonbury show and last ever UK gig
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 08:30
Photos of the gates opening, from Emily Eavis to excited fans
Here are some of the first images to come from the site as it opened this morning…
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Crowds queue as Glasto opens
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This fan hasn’t held back on packing
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Ellie Harrison21 June 2023 08:30
Glastonbury cancels screening of Jeremy Corbyn film booked ‘in good faith’
Glastonbury Festival has said that it stands “against all forms of discrimination” after cancelling a screening of a film about former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Titled Oh, Jeremy Corbyn: The Big Lie and produced by Platform Films, the film was due to be shown at the arts festival’s Pilton Palais cinema on Sunday (25 June).
The film aims to challenge accusations of antisemitism made against Corbyn throughout his political career, claiming to “explore a dark and murky story of political deceit and outrageous antisemitic smears”.
It is narrated by left-wing Jewish comedian Alexei Sayle, and features contributions from writer Jackie Walker and filmmaker Ken Loach.
However, after the Board of Deputies of British Jews (BDBJ) expressed “deep concern” over the film, Glastonbury announced on Monday (19 June) that Oh, Jeremy Corbyn would no longer be screened at the event.
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 08:15
‘Let’s do this!’ says Emily Eavis
Emily Eavis – the co-organiser of Glastonbury, and the youngest daughter of the festival’s founder Michael – has shared a post through the GlastoLive Twitter page, announcing that the site is official open…
Ellie Harrison21 June 2023 08:10
The gates have opened – let the Glastonbury fun begin!
Michael and Emily Eavis, the organisers of Glastonbury, have officially opened the gates at Worthy Farm for the festival’s 2023 edition.
Check out this video of the keenest of music fans who camped out overnight to get a good spot in the queue…
Campers descend on Worthy Farm as Glastonbury gates open
Music fans have started to descend on Worthy Farm for this year’s Glastonbury. The iconic festival runs from Wednesday 21 June to Sunday 25 June, with Arctic Monkeys, Guns N’ Roses and Elton John set to headline the Pyramid Stage on Friday, Saturday and Sunday respectively. Some revellers made the decision to arrive early, with footage showing hundreds of tents already set up on campsites. Drivers have been told to allow extra time if making the journey to Glastonbury, and traffic is expected to reach its peak on Wednesday.
Ellie Harrison21 June 2023 08:03
What’s the weather looking like for Glastonbury 2023?
Glastonbury revellers are no doubt hoping the weather holds out for this year’s festival, after a month’s worth of rain fell in the UK last weekend.
You can find the latest forecast here:
Peony Hirwani21 June 2023 08:00