Would you like to be part of the team that makes Glas-Denbury happen?
We are a very friendly group of people from all walks of life who are all committed to providing our artists and guests with the best event we can possibly give them. Each member of the team is passionate about what they do and what they create and together we all have a great deal of fun doing it! It is hard work sometimes but one of the most rewarding things you can ever do is make people happy and that’s what we love doing. Below we have listed some of the roles we are looking to fill. If there is a role that you would prefer, then please let us know. We will do our best to find you a shift on that role although we cannot guarantee it. Please be assured that we try to fit everyone to roles there are suited too wherever possible as this makes the whole experience better for all! In return for your time we offer you access to the festival and a chance to become part of something very special indeed – please see below for more info.
Gate Stewards; The team on the gates are the first people that our guests usually meet. We therefore need friendly, smiley and confident people who will welcome them in and out. You may be taking tickets or issuing wristbands alongside security, you may be just checking wristbands in and out of a gate or you may be assisting traffic into the car park or camping field. You could be guiding traders in and out of the event in the days running up to the festival or ensuring the safe departure of the campers on the Sunday. We also need a team on the artist gate welcoming in artists, working with the artist liaison team.
Toilet Fairies;These wonderful toilet fairies entertain everyone and make our toilets a fun place to be! They keep a check on the toiletsand ensure they are left clean and of course have loo roll! They help people locate free toilets to keep queues to a minimum. We don’t expect you to get on your hands and knees scrubbing them but we have found that if there is a team always by the toilets then people will respect them more and they stay clean throughout the festival. Fancy rubber gloves and feather dusters provided! This is such an important role and one we really respect people taking on.
Camping Stewards; This team is on hand in the camping fields to ensure that our campers are happy and answer any queries they may have. They need to check the toilets there on a regular basis and could be checking wristbands in and out of the camping field. They will work closely with security to ensure all camping rules are being adhered to.
Waste Team; Throughout the festival we need people to be checking the site to ensure it is litter free and to alert event control should they find anything untoward or anything that needs dealing with. Litter bins need to be removed from site and taken backstage when they are full and sorted into recycling bins. We also need a team for post festival to sort the waste into the relevant recycling bins backstage after the festival. We are committed to recycling and work hard to keep a clean, waste free site. This is such an important role and one we really respect people taking on.
Stage Stewards;This team is located at each stage to ensure the exits to backstage are monitored and also to ensure the emergency exits are kept clear, no smoking is adhered to and generally to assist the public should they need help. Usually stewards work on their own in these positions. The benefit here is you get to watch the stage easily!
Crew Runners; The whole crew work enormously hard over the days of the festival and we need a team of runners to assist us. They could be responsible for gathering drinks for crew, running between stages or gates, sourcing food for crew etc. This is a position where you very much become part of the team backstage, learning how the festival is run and working closely with the main team.
Bar Team; We require experienced bar staff to work our busy bars. This role is most definitely one of the most fun to do. 18+ only.
Site Build; We need a team of people who are able to help build the site on the Thursday which could include installing or creating of décor, fencing, signage etc. It could also include welcoming in of traders to site and assisting them.
De Rig Team; We need a team of people to help us derig on site and clear everything away. This takes place heavily on the Sunday and also sometimes into Monday and Tuesday so any willing help much appreciated!
Please note the following;
*In return for a minimum 4-hour shift (can be split) whether it be before, during or after the festival, you will receive access to the event on one of the performance days. ie. If you work a 4-hour shift on the Friday daytime, you can choose access to the event on the Friday evening or the Saturday. If you work a 4-hour shift on the Friday daytime and also Saturday daytime, you will receive access on both the Friday night and Saturday etc. If you choose to be on the de rig team on the Sunday and also the Monday, then you will receive access to the festival both Friday and Saturday etc. Please contact us if you have any queries regarding this.
*Wewould love to meet you so may require you to attend briefings before the event to confirm your responsibilities and to meet the team.
*We do ask that you wear high–vis jackets (provided) for your safetywhen on duty.
*Please know that where possible we will always roster you at a time you request to enable you to enjoy the event/acts you have specified as wanting to see.
*We do expect that as a steward you will ensure that only ticket holders gain access to the festival. Anyone being found to help access onto the site will be immediately asked to leave.
*Are you good at communication? You may be asked to use a radio (provided) to pass on information to security, medical support or event control.
*We are really proud of our team and what we do at Glas-Denbury. As a member of this team you are of course representing Glas-Denbury and therefore we do require you to act responsibly and politely at all times – with a huge smile on you face!
*It goes without saying that it is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol whilst on duty or to smoke in front of the public whilst on duty. We operate a strict challenge 25 policy on site and anyone found drinking under the age of 18 will be asked to leave the site. We know how to party but at the right times!
*Once your role is confirmed please ensure that you are definitely able to fulfil it. As you can imagine it is disheartening being let down last minute if someone doesn’t turn up so please do let us know as early as possible if you are not able to come along.
*At the event itself you will be introduced to our wonderful team members who will look after you and will check you in and out of your shifts and answer any questions you may have.
*A camping area is provided for volunteers so if you wish you can stay on site on the night/s of the days you are receiving your pass/es for. Any additional tickets you require can be obtained at a discounted rate through the main office. Email for more info.
*We do not provide free food for volunteers but you will have access to tea and coffee and we will issue you with information advising which food traders on site give discount to crew members.
*We ask that all our stewards need to be committed and reliablebut mostimportantly welcoming and happy! We want you to love what you are doing. Glas-Denbury is a family friendly festival and we want to promote a great atmosphere for you working there and everyone attending. Come and find out why everyone loves Glas-Denbury!
Please fill out your details and experience as much as possible and indicate clearly when you are available. As much as possible, please also let us know what experience you may already have, whether that be working at events or at work or college etc. If you have any particular strengths (eg. Art, design, engineering, carpentry) please do let us know. In return for your help we are happy to give references.
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Have you helped with Glas-Denbury before? If so, please give details;
Please indicate the roles you are interested in or would prefer and why.
Please describe any relevant qualifications/experience you may have for this role (use additional pages if necessary)
Available dates (please circle the days you are available and put next to it the times you can be on site that day.
Thursday 6th July Friday 7th July
Saturday 8th July Sunday 9th July
Monday 10th July
Please circle which days you would like access to the festival in return for your shifts.
Friday 7th July Saturday 8th July
Please indicate here if there is a particular band/artist you would like to seeso we can endeavour to ensure your shift is at a different time.
Thank you for applying!One of the team will be in touch as soon as possible to confirm whether we can offer you a tole in the team at the festival! Any queries please email us on
Kind regards
Emma Twamley
Festival Director
@GlasdenburyFest
Glas_denbury
Please return the completed form to: Glas-Denbury ’17 The Lower House, West street, Denbury, Devon TQ126DP or email it to .