Fine festival weather on Friday at Worthy Farm

Some 112,000 fans attended the Somerset event - with headline acts including Oasis, Sir Paul McCartney and Muse.

Did Glastonbury veterans think the festival has kept its charm? How did festival-goers deal with the weather? Below is a selection of readers' comments and photographs.

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Photo by Laurie Griffiths

Loved all of it. For us, the best part is finding a band you've never heard. Ralph Myers & The Jack Herron band were the best band we've seen in year. They're gonna be massive. Thanks Glasto!!
Michael & Kerry, Liverpool

I've been to the festival 3 times now and it's certainly safe to say since 2002 and the introduction of the massive fence you get a much more chilled out festival (and more room). This year was one of the best for me. Muse, Oasis and James Brown definitely the highlights.But as long as I have my poncho and ice-cream I can handle anything the elements can throw at me. Roll on 2005!!
Tom Bath, Street(Nr glastonbury)

Quite simply the best festival anywhere, the fact that they managed to retain the true spirit while compromising on matters such as toilets, security and ticketing is very impressive. The mud was not too bad when you consider 150,000 people are walking on the grounds for 4 days! Highlights for me were James Brown, PJ Harvey, The Eno, Buck 65, Lamb's acoustic set, Amy Winehouse, Paul Mcartney and of course the incredible Orbital who managed to drawthe whole festival to the other stage with some of the best sound and light quality I have ever seen... will be back every year from now on tickets pending!
Yeshen Venema, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

What a weekend! McCartney silenced any critics, Elbow, Damien Rice and Ben Harper all put in storming sets and Michael Eavis said "Hello" to me! See you in 2005 Glasto!
Matt Roberts, Cardiff, Wales

My Highlight was the mud, because it brings everyone down to earth, people just laugh and get on with it, The She pee was another brilliant invention, it was so liberating!been many many times, best fest in the world, never done Woodstock though.
Sarah gentry, London

Some covered chill out spaces dotted about the place would have been appreciated. Apart from that not much complaints.
Julia Baker, London

As ever, Glastonbury was the most magical experience of the year. I just hope this feeling lasts forever. See all you festivalgoers at the Truck Festival in Steventon in July!!
Sal, Steventon, Oxon

Pauk McCartney defied the cynics with a brilliant performance. Is this man really 62 !?.... Those worried about renditions of the Frog Chorus or Mull of Kintyre now must realise that McCartney wrote some of the best tunes of the 20th Century.
Steve Maguire, Windsor

Just wanted to send love and sympathies to the Drummer from Muse (who absolutely rocked on Sunday). What proud last moments for your father, seeing his son making 60,000 people sing, smile and dance!!! Thanks for a mindblowing gig. And thanks all those who set up and sort out glasto. This year's was four of the best days of my life!
Robin Doyle, London

My first time and it was amazing. So much there, you could take away all the bands and you'd still have a great festival. My highlights - giving birth with hundreds of others in Jonathan Kay's Theatre of Now. Also, soon after a very heavy downpour, dancing to James Brown as the sun broke through the clouds. Beautiful. Plus all those happy moments that just seems to happen, bumping into friends, seeing a group who you know little about perform really well (Snow Patrol, Ordinary Boys). Hope I can get tickets for next year.
Jason Goy, Manchester, UK

I had a fantastic time at glastonbury, the mud just added to the fun! notable performances included sir paul & muse, and the wonderful snow patrol, and a happy memory would be attempting to wade through the mud after the surprisingly intoxicating cider from the legendary cider bus... also managed to find love in the mud, so thanks, Glastonbury!
Melissa, Surrey, UK

I've been many times in the past but not for nine years. The last time I went my tent was stolen and my car broken into - quite offputting. This year was very different with the high visibility police and security presence. I felt safe and there was a happy atmosphere. For me Scissor Sisters were fantastic the dance tent on saturday was the dogs nuts and Macca magical. My feet are still killing me from all the walking but the mud is gone. One to remember for sure.
Mandy, Romford, Essex

We have just washed off the last of the mud from between our toes (must take wellys next time!!) Oasis were as limp as a soggy biscuit, a shadow of their former selves. Sir Paul and Arthur Lee on the other hand were the highlights of the weekend, delivering enthusiastic and vibrant performances and actually seemed to respect and appreciate their fans. Long live the Cider Bus!!!!!!!
Lou-Lou and Ben, Liverpool

It's been my first Glasto....and I'm actually overwhelmed!!! It's so different to every festival that I had been before; it's not only music, that's the main thing and if you only go to see the gigs, you'd be missing so much!! So many things to do and see, the atmosphere is magical!!! I'm from Spain but I'll be returning to Glastonbury a lot of times, I just know it!!
Guillermo, Oldham, Manchester

My first time at Glastonbury and it was the most fantastic weekend I have ever had! The mud did not put us off either we just made the best of it. Paul McCartney was amazing it was a great feeling watching a person who has done so much for music. Joss Stone was great along with The Levellers and Keane. We were very disappointed in The Black Eyed Peas, live performance was not the best and they were rather up themselves. But in whole the weekend was fantastic and we did not want in to end. Will definitely be going next year, can not wait.
Kate Freeman, Wincanton, Somerset

My first Glasto and possibly the best thing i've ever done in my life. The bands were superb, Groove Armada, Orbital and James Brown to name a few of the best for me. Throughout the whole performance of Groove Armada there was a young bloke stood next to us who was so overcome with emotion and the whole experience, tears were rolling down his cheeks. He nearly got me going too! Brilliant people, fantastic organisers and i'll be suffering from post-Glasto blues for some days to come. Roll on 2005.
Sharon, Sutton, Surrey

My first trip to Glastonbury, and one i will remember forever. All the acts were amazing exept Morrissey who kind of sounded like elevator music, which did make me walk of to the market where i found the Jazz Lounge and saw a very chilled out band with a pint and free choclate brownies! Muse were mindblowing, the best gig ive ever seen, they deserve all the credit people can throw at them.
Gareth, Bournemouth

Just got back. It was my first time. There is no way I can fit all my memories in but one of the best was sitting in stone circle with the sun rising and the rainbow over the love sign. Can't wait for next year. Sir Paul was unforgettable - he's still got it at his age!!!
Anthony Evans, Liverpool

A mixed bag for my 10th glastonbury festival. My only afterthought is that i'm convinced there are still people queuing for the cash machines in the Green Field
Andrew Cooper, London

Was a Glastonbury virgin until last weekend, 'twas fantastic. I was warned that it would be good, but never really belived that mud, rain and smelly portaloos could be so much fun! Everyone is so friendly and the music blew me away! See you all nest year!
Liz Day, Bournemouth

We took a mates tent and didn't know it wasn't waterproof. So Saturday morning we all woke up with puddles on our sleeping bags. We then went to the info points and got aload of black bin bags. Then in the rain we taped them to the tent to stop the leaks. Luckily it worked to our relief. This was our first time at Glastonbury but it was a great experience.
Andrew Hulbert, Marston, Oxford

I enjoyed the festival very much. Fantastic music and fantastic entertainment. However, sorry to sound like your mum, but there are certain organisational aspects that need fixing. The facilities, in particular the water standpipes and toilets, were appalling. I think the organizers (and everyone else) were very lucky that there wasn�t some sort mass infection given the ridiculously poor hygiene standards. Really there is no excuse given the amount of money that is received from festival goers. Also I�m sure that more be done about the mud. Ankle thick in most places and an accident waiting to happen with �happy� i.e. intoxicated festival goers and heavy backpacks.
Emma, Sheffield

Photo by Kirsten Mavric

Paul was brilliant. The atmosphere was amazing. Everybody of all ages enjoyed his set - except for Radio 1 it seems with its deluded sense of "superiority". R1 probably wouldn't exist if it hadn't been for The Beatles. Enjoying their music doesn't mean people don't also enjoy Muse - who were brilliant, or Keane and others.
Lizzie, Yorkshire

Suffered a few setbacks, first with the rain and mud, then my mate Mark broke his ankle on the saturday night, then a 6 hour queue to get out of the car-park. But what an amazing time. Spent a lot of time in the Caberet, Circus, Fields of Lost Vagueness and the Stone Circle and have met some totalyy amazing people. Everyone was exceptionally friendly and helpful (especially when i was lost after a few too many pear ciders) and above all the festival atmosphere has improved so much since the introduction of the superfence and the id verification. I don't know what system will be put in place for next years ticket allocation but i will do everything within my power to get a ticket (except but off of a tout or anyone entrepeneurs on ebay. This has been my 10th festival and i have to say it really was one of the best . And the English National Opera was the most incredible moving experience, truly inspired. There's so many comments from the previous contributors that I agree with! But the one that stands out is that Micheal Eavis should be made a knight of the realm. I could go on forever . Long live Glasto!!
Nick Page, Eltham, London

Second to none and absolutely everybody was up for a mad one in the mud. Highlights were Orbital's outstanding final performance (with stunning sound quality well done engineers), Supergrass playing a stormer with a double rainbow backdrop, Basement Jaxx expertly funkin up their tunes, the Black Eyed Peas getting everybody jumpin, and tim deluxe and the stanton warriors tearing up the dance tent and whatever happened to be on when i stumbled through the glade or the lock tavern in the early hours. Aside from the music the green fields area provided an oasis of calm and an idyllic hippy-esque vibe - perfect for passing out in the sunshine on sunday afternoon on some hay next to a big dinosaur made out of mud and wicker!.. roll on 2005.
Rob,

What an amazing weekend! This was my first glasto and definitely not the last. The spirit of the revellers was second to none and absolutely everybody was up for a mad one in the mud. Highlights were orbitals outstanding final performance (with stunning sound quality well done engineers), supergrass playing a stormer with a double rainbow backdrop, basement jazz expertly funkin up their tunes, the black eyed peas getting everybody jumpin, and tim deluxe and the stanton warriors tearing up the dance tent and whatever happened to be on when i stumbled through the glade or the lock tavern in the early hours. Aside from the music the green fields area provided an oasis of calm and an idyllic hippy-esque vibe - perfect for passing out in the sunshine on sunday afternoon on some hay next to a big dinosaur made out of mud and wicker!.. roll on 2005.
Rob R, London, UK

Ben Lees at the kids' field

Having spent the last 9 summers going to various festivals, I knew I would love my first experience of Glastonbury, but nothing prepared me for the totally overwhelming experience and the most amazing 4 days of my life. The music was incredible, especially the emotional performance from Lamb, Paul McCartney's amazing set and the brilliant Orbital, but there was so much more. It sounds so cliched, but Glastonbury has affected me in a much bigger way. It reminded me of all the things I used to be angry about, but have pushed aside. Amazing music, amazing people, incredible experience.
Liz Sands, Hartlepool

A bit miffed at all the bad press regarding the oasis performance, I have previously seen them at Wembley, Maine road and Knebworth and this one was up there with the best, their cover of the who's my generation was amazing! these people saying they were disapointing must of been listening to someone else?? Very strange...
Dave, England

Glastonbury festival - what a wonderful experience. Just get blown away with the enthusiasm and energy this festival creates - it really is unique. Thanks to everybody who made it so good.
Paul, Godalming

A great festival filled with great music and random happenings in the night! Managing to get down to the front row for Macca was well worth it, just like Sister Sledge said we were all 'Lost in Music' last weekend, oh and the mud!
Amy, London

First Glasto and will be back for more - Some people must be deaf because Oasis rocked. Highlight was the half hour acoustic set that Lamb performed - blown away. However, Glastonbury definitely doesn't need more people!
Leon, London

I've been going since the early Eighties, i think this was my 17th glastonbury. It certainly wasn't a vintage. With a few exceptions the bands didn't seeem to rise to the occation and the revellers didn't seem to be very revelly. I know the weather played a big part but the wash outs have been some of the best festitival years ever. I felt it was getting too busy again - it took ages to get from one field to the other. I'm sure the previous two years were far better.
Beardy Wierdy, London

I am not sure who anyone else was watching Friday night but for me I was having it large with Oasis. Not sure why everyone is having a go at them. The whole lure of Oasis is their attitude for them to come on and start telling lots of happy stories to the crowd would have been wrong attitude is what they are all about. Other highlights obviously the genius that is Paul McCartney. Supergrass were brilliant, every song a winner fantastic! Glastonbury once again you proove to me why you are the best weekend of the year every time!! Love you and see you next year come rain or shine.
Emma , Manchester, England

Wow. That was brilliant. I went to a stadium rock gig, a casino, a ska party, a circus, a comedy club, a psytrance rave, a lovely folk music tent, loads of great food places, an opera performance, a hippie commune, and had an absolute blast at them all! That Perry Cider is the best thing ever! Congratulations to all involved, it's a real feat of organisation. I can't imagine it would be a good thing if it got bigger, it's just about perfect now.
Ali, London

My first time at Glasto and I had a fantastic weekend! All the performances I saw were great, especially Muse and a lot of the bands in the New Tent. Thought Oasis were amazing, but I guess it was one of those 'You had to be there' things. The only disappointments were the rain and the footie! Heres hoping I can get a ticket again next year.
Ewan Gardner, Weymouth, UK

The festival rocked from start to finish. From Oasis hitting top form (to all the detractors, where you actually there, because everyone around me was loving it and singing there hearts and yes I did mean to paraphrase) to Supergrass playing as a double rainbow hit. The vibe was top notch, lets hope for a festival with total sunshiiiiiine next year!
Nate, London

Singing along to 'I saw her standing there' with Paul McCartney was a fantastic experience. I last saw him live when he was a Beatle after my friends and I queued all nights for tickets. The Glastonbury spirit was terrific - the best yet.
Eve Kerswill, Langport, Somerset

Some of the best four days of my life! Loved the sun, loved the rain! Loved the company! Muse, I am Kloot, Goldfrapp, Chemical Bros, Sir Paul.. what can you say.. Seeing all that and more with 100,000 grinning new best mates! The security was a success.. let's keep the theiving scumbags out! See you next year!
robin doyle, London

A non-inspiring line up meant that I could explore other parts of the Glastonbury experience for a change, including numerous Square pies.
Simon, Crewkerne, Somerset

It was my 12th Glastonbury, having been every year since 1989 (except for 2002 when I gave birth). My experiences of it have changed over the years from being able to turn up on the gate and buy a ticket there and then (1990) to the ticket system this year. Taking my daughter now means a totally diffrent experience from the earlier years which consisted of cider, cider and more cider. The Kidz Field is excellent.
Janet Taylor, Hanwell,

What a great weekend! The Chemical Brothers were awesome! Sir Paul made the rain go away. And on Sunday night, Muse topped it all off in style. The rest of the weekend is just a blur to be honest, although I remember the 8 hour trip home yesterday all too well. Also just like to add that our thoughts are with you Dominic.
Rob, Manchester

It was my 1st time and I was dreading it. I actually had the time of my life, saw amazing bands and met loads of wicked people. Oasis were awsome despite what anyone says!!
Emma, Cardiff, Wales

First glasto for me, best thing was Tim Booth and is band in the new tent, closely followed by Keane making the sun come out. Oasis where the biggest disappointment, Liam was just not up for it, and the performance lacked the energy they use to have. Stable diet for the festival was square pies and pear cider!
Derek Green , Leyland

Photo by Laurie Griffiths

Our 18th Glastonbury and they just keep getting better. I reckon the best bands start playing after the main stages have closed for the night. Wandering round the Green fields we just went towards the best music we heard. Thanks to the Snakes, Pink Fraud and the excellent Lucky Four, and innumerable other bands whose names we didn�t catch (of course, they necessarily have names). I�ll never forget the blues jam we saw: drums, keyboard, trumpet, strangely lit up sax�. They called out for a bassist only to find they had no bass guitar so this fellow just starts singing (no mic) and the rest of the band sort of just join in. Completely impromptu, completely brilliant!
Richard, Ascot

Amazing. Fantastic. Tremendous. Superb. Mud? Did it rain? I don't know. I was too busy enjoying myself! Muse and Glen Tillbrook were fab, as were many, many others. Too many to mention. The crowd was wild! All in all a brilliant Glastonbury (again!) See y'all next year!!xx Ps, clean up after yourself, and don't wee in bushes! x
Becs, Swindon, Wiltshire

What an outstanding, memorable five nights I've just spent at Glastonbury. Superb organisation for such a huge and wonderfully diverse gathering. (rock'n')Roll on 2005.
Ren�, London

Already when entering Glastonbury premises I choked: the sea of tents everywhere, masses of people moving in all directions- some on stilts others on a vehicle made from recycled odds&sods- the bubbles, the music.. what a sight! It was just one humungous funfair! Excellent choice of music even though the mud did make it hard to get around. Nevertheless, I am extremely pleased to have attended Glasto for the first time and even if it takes another 24 hours to get the tickets next year, I know it's worth it!
Laura, Bristol UK

Did the BBC even go to Glastonbury this year? If they did, then the must have had someone else write their reviews. Oasis rocked - it wasn't stale old stuff, it was their best stuff which is what we want to hear. Paul McCartney, on the other hand was rubbish. After half an hour of dullness, it was time to clear off! Having said all that, Adam from London is right, Muse were utterly brilliant, they clearly know what showmanship is all about!
Steve Sutton, Leicester, UK

The best experience of my life. I dont think I'll ever be able to integrate with everyday society again.
Dave Bush, Bath

First time to glasto but my 6th festival- I will be back! Had to sum it up in a single sentence but i will try- a breath taking mass of entertainment, art, culture and hippy happiness- supreme! Morrisey, Basement Jaxx, Muse, The Killers and Oasis - insanely good! xx
Sarah Bowen, Aberystwyth, Wales

Oasis were amazing. Fair do's, not as lively as we have come to expect on stage, but if it gets everyone up singing along and getting involved, whats wrong? Also, anyone got any idea why bacon butties and water were extortionately priced? Have pigs gone out of fashion or something? But yeh, it was amazing. Macca, a fellow scouse, was on top form. Even pointed at me when I waved. Legend. and James Brown. Hot damn! That man can move for a bloke of 73. Muse were awesome - Bellamy owns that guitar. Just got to sleep now and come down from a 5 day musical high. Bring on 2005, I say.
Rogan, Ilchester, Somerset

I cant take all these spine tingling moments your forcing me to re-live! A huge massive thank you to Eavis, Orbital, Mccartney, James Brown and the sun rise (to name a few) for making this weekend one of the best ever. The only downside was sleeping through all but the last song of my top band of the weekend, Keane! Organisation was second to none and even the toilets did not cause me nightmares this year. Huge love to all that went, fingers crossed for next year...
Ben Andrews, Winchester

I was up at the stone circle last night, looking to join up with people, and my friends sang 'Hey Jude' so that we would find them..It was a perfect way to do so. I thought this year was fantastic- i went last year, but 2004 really had me appreciating the vibe. I thought Muse were fantastic although I wish they had talked to the audience a bit more..I also really enjoyed Belle and Sebastian and I thought Zero Seven were haunting, evocative and magical. Thankyou everyone- it's been a truly wonderful, mud mad weekend!! Glastonbury baby!
Roisin , Birmingham

Photo by Keith Talbot

Not my first Glastonbury, and I think it's improved since '02. So many things to see made clashes inevitable - but that's nice in a way, that there's so much on. The new drainage was tested, and worked brilliantly - only a gentle covering of mud. Think my highlight was Snow Patrol - never seen anyone so surprised at the support they got! A legendary festival yet again - huge thanks to Michael Eavis and everyone else who helped out (especially those who are probably still there clearing up now!)
Paul, Cambridge

First time to Glasto, well organised supurb line up and good variety of up and coming talent.
Mark, East Grinstead UK

this years festival was a year of love. You could only buy a max of two tickets per person so most of the people i met came as couples.In past years it has been crews of lads but each year the festival spirit prevails. see you there next year.
lee tebbs, boston lincolnshire

This year was my fifth visit to the festival, and it just keeps getting better. Spoilt for choice, as usual, I not only managed to see some quality bands, but also some great short films in the new marquee in the cinema field, the crazy goings-on in the circus field, some amazing performances in the cabaret tent, and had many great meals in the vast market areas. Now all I need is a highlights show on TV so I can see all the acts I missed!
Henry Burrows, Farnham, UK

Absolutelty amazing festival, despite the traditional weather Paul McCartney was brilliant, as were the Black Eyed Peas - managed to survive the crush and hold a spot 20 yards from the front of the stage and the atmosphere was electric - my voice is still raw! A great showing from Island bands The Bees and Paul Armfield and the Four Good Reasons - Go to Glastonbury next year, but don't miss out on the IOW Festival!
Jake, Isle of Wight

After the ticket chaos & despite being the only one from my group of 10 friends to get a ticket, Glastonbury once again proved to be the magical happening that even now (after being home 2 hours) I already miss. Rain? Mud? My spirit wasn't dampened once!
Dean Murray, London, England

Another great festival - please no more people next year, 112,000 is plenty. Muse provided Oasis and Macca a real masterclass in headlining. How does a band of three make so much noise? It says a lot that the sun came out when Muse came on, yet the rain came down for McCartney.
Tim Pyke, Ealing, UK

An awesome festival despite the silly weather, thought that did provide the funniest moment of my life to date when two of my drunken mates continually stacked it in Saturday's mud!!! Lostprophets seem to have gone without mention - they ruled and Glastonbury should look at one or two heavy bands more each year, as they really got the crowd going. Delays are an awesome new talent, and the Scissor Sisters novelty still hasn't worn off - they were amazing. Muse were the best live act I've ever seen and anyone who was there will agree. However, there was one travesty - only 40 minutes on the Other Stage at 2pm for Divine Comedy?? Neil Hannon is a genius and should have been over halfway up the bill on the Pyramid Stage. Otherwise, awesome weekend and a big thankyou to Mr. Eavis!
Grayzie, Tonbridge, Kent

Had an amazing Glasto 2004. I had thought the mud would dampen peeps' spirits but not a chance! My two fave acts of the weekend were Supergrass, who were par excellence and the born entertainer Jamie Cullum. I also digged Simple Kid, James Brown, the ENO, Scissor Scisters, The Von Bondies, Franz Ferdinand and Macca. Disappointing acts were Oasis and surprisingly Kings of Leon, who just didn't have the energy I was expecting. Saw many, many more acts but head is still reeling. I was sooo disappointed Jet did not play. Please, please Mr Eavis can you book them next year? As for the Green Fields, I just love 'em - particularly enjoyed chai in the Earthfest tent in Craft's Field (good chill out place). The creativity up in those fields is amazing and one can draw so much inspiration from them. Until next year. Peace. Jules
Julie Bell, Stockport, UK

Photo by Laurie Griffiths

It only took me 3 hours to get from Surrey to Pedestrian Gate A. I haven't been to Glasto since 1995, and I felt those 9 years just drop off me in the first 10 minutes, as we searched (almost hopelessly) for somewhere to pitch our little tent. We arived at 8.30 on Friday evening, and it was obvious that things were well underway, and we had some catching up to do. The next two days were a blur of great music, talking about the weather and mud and marvelling at the green field and the secrets it holds. I was worried that my pink-tinged memories of glasto 93,94 and 95 would be dissolved by disappointment, but I left feeling that it was even better than I remembered. The place still holds my heart firmly and safely in the the palm of its hands...Just don't change a thing, and don't let more people in! 120 000 is plenty!
Jessica, Leathead UK

Amazing! I had one of the best times of my life. I can't wait for next time.
Laurie Griffiths, Halesowen

Fantastic! This was my first Glastonbury experience, and I'm sure as hell, not the last one either! Me and a few work mates drove down straight after work on Wednesday and got to the site at 11-11:30pm to be greeted with the breath taking surroundings. Lights, sounds and smells working you up into the festival mood. Ive now been reading up on the spiritual / mythical past of the area, and learned just what Glastonbury Tor is hiding! The whole weekend feels like one looong day, but a day that holds many many memories and experiences. See you next year folks!
Adam Coppin, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

This was my 3rd visit to the festival, and it was great. We stayed away from most of the big stars..there is so much more...the little Jamaican cafe on the hill...knocking out good food,good tunes...what a sound system, interesting cocktails,..don't expect the same one twice! a little shelter from mud and rain and the most beautiful view...oh the memories...I shook my booty for England..they even kept me from James Brown! Lovin it!
J, Bracknell, uk

Euphoria ... my first Glasto and I'm no spring chicken ... memorable ... the tipis, the love field and all that end, the ethos, the mud clad lads even their hair 'gelled' with it, the young man slithering about using crutches to support a 'gammy' leg, the young man who managed by some surprising acrobatics to keep my husband vertical when the mud got out of hand,but more surprising the girl with a pristine white coat on Sat pm ... how??? Then the music ... so much and then so much more. The best of all is the cameraderie, no mean spirits just friendly banter, wonderful.
Vera T, Evesham, Envland

Great time! Rain only put me off on the last day but never mind! Loved the Scissor Sisters performance and what i saw of Keane!
Lauren Vickery, Trowbridge, Wiltshire

I am a local, so had advantage of seeing glastonbury with the addition of warm showers and proper loos. What was every one saying about Oasis? Sure, their set was boring, but their music was (as normal) superb, Starkey was awesome on the drums, and Liam's tamberine balancing was cool. Does anyone really think they aren't trying to look bored? That's their image, it's what makes Oasis unique, that cool laid-back, "dont give a..." attitude. Other highlights were Badly drawn boy with his great new album, Macca obviously, Groove Armada and the libertines. Jamie Cullum and Joss Stone also worth the trip to the Jazz World. See you next year!
Rocky, Glastonbury,UK

Fantastic festival - I so enjoyed seeing blues legend Bonnie Raitt - she was sublime! Some security guards were far too heavy and jobsworths and need to be able to spot real danger from their imagined paranoia.
Kat, Glastonbury UK

Glastonbury is FINISHED! The site felt dead by three in the morning and the sound systems were all too quiet after midnight. There was far too much sponsorship and The Workers Beer Co felt like MacDonalds with the machines that pour out twelve pints of Bud at once. No-one was participating in anything other than the commerce. I felt like I was in The Prisoner . Buy buy baby, baby good buy....
Pete Johnson, London

Absloute blast; loved every minute! Rain can't spoil anything as splendid or charming if you ask me! Although, more toilets would be a bonus for next year (thats if im lucky enough to get tickets)!
Charlie, Manchester

Just got back from a fantastic Glastonbury weekend- the weather did not dampen spirits and splashing about in wellies was actually quite fun. As usual the theatre performances were fantastic and there were some great sets from the zutons, ordinary boys, cara dillon and black rebel motorcycle club. Sian from Kosheen is now my hero! Who needs the Pyramid Stage anyway? (well apart from for the lovely Pj Harvey!!)
Keira, Southampton

This was my tenth Glastonbury, the first being 1986. A lot has changed since then, not least the lack of 'products' for sale signs outside the tents lining the hill opposite the Pyramid stage. The atmosphere is still great however, although too many people spend their weekend shouting 'can't you see the flag/Christmas tree/stuffed sheep on a stick? We're right next to that. The security is really good now and everyone seems very mellow but more people would be too much. 1999 when so many people got over the fence, was awful, it took about an hour to walk a few hundred yards and queues everywhere made people irritable. No one wants to go back to the bad old days. Keep it as it is. It's not perfect but its almost there. PS. Morrissey - fantastic!
Liz, London, UK

Photo by Andy Lepki

Never been to Glasto before but absolutely loved it. Unquestionable highlight was Macca, for which I was right at the front! What a legend! I can understand everyone's disappointment with Oasis - where was Hindu Times or something off The Maserplan? - but having never seen them before I really enjoyed nevertheless. Other highlights were very heartfelt and charming performances from Snow Patrol and Longview, just about every DJ who played in The Glade, and the very entertaining Scissor Sisters. Hats off to Michael Eavis and all the crews for organising such a brilliant experience. A very well-run event in all respects. Only low points were the football and the mud!
Matt, Lingfield, Surrey

My first time, but no way the last! What is all the fuss about the loos? I was advised to wear a skirt, take tissues and relax, which worked fine!
AS, Dorset

Two words - "James Brown".What a legend! I have been every year since I was about 4, but his performance beats them all - Worthy Farm is not worthy! Paul McCartney was fantastic and the Black Eyed Peas played their best ever live set. The whole atmosphere was once again full of different happy and friendly people. Once again, it been another great success and crime at an all time low! I would comment that it needs more policing in the surrounding areas and I think the free tickets should extend their free zone a lot further!!Glastonbury Forever!
Tim C, Bristol UK

Spent most of my time in Biff's Glade and found it fantastic. Top organisation, top atmosphere, top security, top artists except Oasis' stupid attitude toward admiring fans - real lack of respect if you ask me. The rest of the show well made up for it. Fab.
Fapworx, Exeter

THANK YOU ! This was the most amazing experience of my life. Every one from the start to finish was just so nice and I can not express enough how amazing this was ! Thank you so much, Keep the ID checks in place
Craig, Australia

When we thought we had scored the winning goal. Heartbreaking but an electric atmosphere Garry C - watching Portugal v England on Thursday

Another great Glasto - highlights for me included Basement Jaxx, Goldfrapp, Damien Rice, Belle and Sebastian, Franz Ferdinand and the wonderful stand-up DJ stylings of Cassetteboy, simply hilarious - but Michael please please please stop doubling the acts up as much as you did this year! do we really need taima three times? The quality of the dance tent was also pretty poor, with the exceptions of Mylo, Dave Clark and Scissor Sisters, and Disco Saturday, with the Soultrain DJs four times (count 'em) was like a trip down your worst local nightclub. I had a great time regardless, but damn it I want there to be so many great clashes that my head will explode!
Matthew, Edinburgh

Organisers be praised - with all the rain could have been a lot worse. Mud came and went quickly, but almost everyone wore a smile all weekend. Highlights were Michael Franti & Spearhead on the Jazz World Stage on friday (upbeat, unrivalled), Hope of the States on saturday (fascinating, yet it felt like you were intruding at times), James Brown (mostly for his awesome band - JB paced himself) and circus, theatre and cabaret tents (frequently exhilarating, thoroughly entertaining). Where else can you see such diverse entertainment?
Mike S, Southampton, Hants

Morning Laughter Workshop - Sunday morning at the Healing Field Christa Harris, Minehead

A vintage Glasters. I'm glad I didn't waste my time on Oasis - give it a rest, we're all sick of your attitude. The Chemical Brothers were far better entertainment. Other bands with true class shone through - Supergrass played a blinder; Badly Drawn Boy needed longer as did Gomez; Goldfrapp just steamed into, through, and out of their set with visible enthusiasm (unlike Mozzer, who should've appreciated the crowd more). The Scissor Sisters were energetic and looked like they were really enjoying themselves (the crowd were). Farewell to old friends Orbital. Their set was a selective pick of the highlights with all the old favourites. A sad night in a way, but an exit made in fitting style. Other good -un's, The Killers, Franz Ferdinand and Keane who all took to outdoor performing well - it was plain to see that they had rehearsed thoroughly. Zero 7 were astounding, the undisputed festival highlight - why weren't they on a bigger stage, say the Jazz World Stage? Well done to the production crews - the lighting had impact and the sound was the clearest I've heard.
Jon, Hertford, UK

Photo by Gemma Gor of Manchester

I went to the first Glastonbury fest in 1970 when I was 17 and also attended the festival at Shepton Mallet. I remember the latter very well. Pink Floyd, Johnny Winter, Fairport Convention, The Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, Country Joe and the Fish and Led Zeppelin - I was asleep for most of the 3 hours they played. Aaargh! As I went to it dressed in a light cotton dress and it rained constantly, I caught a serious cold and remember the very kind landlady of a pub we stopped at on our way home lighting a fire for us and plying me with brandy. The last time I went to Glastonbury in 1985 I was with a band and so stayed in a hotel but it was still raining constatntly. All the other girlfriends of the band were given these free tokens for 'Rock Star food' apart from me, and went down with food poisoning a week later.
Susanna, Suffolk UK

The low point of silly weather was soon lifted with such fantastic acts on. Sir Paul was stunning - what an amazing set. Supergrass really captured a vibe with their set. Why they are not bigger than Oasis I'll never know - every song a winner. British Sea Power, Rapture and Goldfrapp - all crowd winners! Thank you Neil Hannon/Divine Comedy - you made my festival moment with your QOTSA cover! Field of Lost Vagueness - fab place to hang out! Two real downers - the lack of crowd control at the football. How hard is it to rope off some areas for people to sit in with security at either ends of the paths that creates? My partner was crushed quite seriously and could have been really hurt. In fact the security on the whole was a bit lame. ...and putting The Killers on in the dance tent. Do the organisers listen to current music? Booking such a big, essential to see, band in the small new bands tent was just silly - especially given the weather. Still our tent was near that stage so at least I got to hear them! That aside - roll on 2005! I'll be there if I can handle staying up all night to get tickets again!
The Admiral, Wembley

Photo by Linda Newton

Wow, what a weekend! My first Glastonbury, and it has lived up to its reputation as the world's best festival. Basement Jaxx ripped out an awesome set on Saturday night, Sister Sledge were just fantastic on the Pyramid stage, Scissor Sisters (not once but twice !) delighted their fans, and I am off now to buy a Supergrass cd, they just rocked. Organisers did a great job (although, Mr Eavis, please please please some more cash machines, especially if you tell us not to bring much cash!!!). This has been the highlight of my music life, and worth every mile travelled to get there. I'll definitely be back in 05 if i can.
Happy Man, Perth, Western Australia

Too many people this year. Mean Fiddler promotions want 30,000 more at 2005, but it's too packed already.
Mandy Miller, Twickenham, UK

The amount of people using mobile phones, holding one arm up in the air saying 'I'm over by the mixing desk, can you see me now?' made me laugh!
Phil Peake, Abergele

Why is Michael Eavis not yet Sir Michael Eavis? I can't think of anyone more deserving, and I didn't even get a ticket this year!
Dave, Exeter, UK

Some people must have been at a different festival to me, because Oasis were great.
Stew, Bristol

Your write up about Sir Paul's Saturday night performance reflected a cynical opinion of how Glastonbury felt about a night with a great Beatle! I was at the heart of hundreds of people who loved every minute of Macca's personal and exhilarating performance. It transcended generations and tastes and everyone I spoke to along the way, felt it was the best thing about this year. My voice was hoarse and the vibe we left with was magical. Tom clearly didn't hear the renditions of Hey Jude'sung through into the morning of Sunday. Boring it was not. Memorable? Definitely- in legendary Glasto style.
Malthi Kodikara, London

Photo by Lesley Davies of Yeovil

Awesome 5 days of music and partying, the atmosphere was great even after the rain. Watching the sun rise whilst sitting near the stone circle and then looking up and seeing a rainbow over the Love sign is something I won't forget. Roll on next year!
Matt Tomlinson, Nottingham

I didn't get to go, but watched the last night on TV- Muse were awesome, and showed Oasis what headlining is all about. Pleasantly surprised by Macca too, and like many others found Supergrass and Morrissey excellent. It looked like a good weekend and I'm hoping to go next year.
Adam, London

Glastonbury - another amazing year. The mud was horrendous and just added to the atmosphere. It was great seeing people in the Lost Vagueness field walking around wearing wellies with their ball gowns and DJs. Fantastic!! Only in Glastonbury!! Highlights for me were Muse, who rocked, the Chemical Brothers were amazing as ever, Damien Rice did a greatly appreciated version of 'Creep' by RH, and the Lost Prophets were hilarious. The 'Wine Bar' was fantastic playing old classic hits like Queen, Clash etc with 200 passers-by stopping to join in the party. The wonderful thing about Glasters is that you never know what you will stumble on, and that, to me, adds to its uniqueness. Hope to get tickets again next year.
Claire, Cardiff, Wales

Glastonbury was amazing as ever. Highlights were The Rapture, Jamie Cullum and the Scissor Sisters (two of whom we met in the audience on the Sunday) Hope I can get a ticket next year :)
Patrick McGahon, Cambridge

Liam Gallagher looked like he'd had a load of dental work done. His voice was really strange, too. I used to teach singing, and I reckon he's had a few lessons to try ease off on the rasping quality that may sound rock and roll - but must have knackered his vocal chords over the years. Unfortunately then end result is that he now sounds a bit like John Major on speed.
Martin, Stockport