The much-anticipated Glastonbury Festival 2025 has officially kicked off at Worthy Farm, Pilton, welcoming around 200,000 music lovers ready for a weekend packed with top-tier performances and vibrant festivities. Headliners like Charli XCX, The 1975, Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, Biffy Clyro, and The Prodigy are set to grace multiple stages from June 27 to 29.
Despite excitement surrounding the lineup, many festivalgoers are expressing dismay over the price of beverages on-site. With tickets priced at £370, some feel the costs within the festival are further straining their budgets.
Data from Glastopedia confirms the presence of 91 bars across the festival grounds. These range from branded outlets like the Aperol Spritz bar to numerous traditional bars offering a variety of beers, ciders, and spirits.
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However, a photo circulating on social media has ignited debate. The image, shared by an attendee, reveals prices such as £6.95 for a pint of Brothers Pilsner and £3.50 for a half-pint. Similarly, a pint of Brothers Festival Cider matches that price, while Stonewall Inn IPA draught tops the list at £7.20 per pint.
Online reactions quickly poured in, with many fans labeling the prices as “absolutely disgusting” or accusing the festival of “robbing” attendees. Facebook comments highlighted comparisons to supermarket prices, with one remarking that a can of Brothers costs around £1.50 at Tesco.
Discussions extended to Reddit, where participants also criticized the pricing of non-alcoholic drinks; a user noted that paying £3 for half a pint of Coke was excessive, questioning if other stalls might offer better value.
Yet, some attendees view these prices as reasonable given the festival setting. On TikTok, comments ranged from “Ngl I would be happy with that” to “I’ve seen worse.” Another user noted that vendors pay significant fees to operate at the festival, and prices are comparable to an average pub.
For those looking to stretch their budget, the cheapest pint available from the main bar menu is Burrow Hill Cider, priced at £6.50 per pint. This cider, with a 6% alcohol content, costs about £1.91 per unit—more economical than the second cheapest, Brothers Festival Cider, at £2.72 per unit.
As the festival continues, fans will likely keep a close eye on spending while enjoying the diverse musical offerings and unique atmosphere that Glastonbury promises.