Glastonbury Festival 2025 is upon us.
It’s arguably the UK’s most famous music festival, with devotees who return year after year. Bands dream of landing a prestigious Glastonbury slot, capable of launching careers into the musical stratosphere or cementing an artist’s place as a cultural legend.
You may know your Other Stage from Shangri-La, best sunrise spot above the Healing Fields or fastest short cut from West Holts to the Pyramid, but what about the music? What about the history?
Whether you are a lucky ticket holder or dedicated to coverage on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds all weekend, let’s whet your appetite and test your knowledge of Glastonbury Festival in days gone by.
The BBC's coverage of Glastonbury Festival on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds can all be found here.
This article was published in June 2025
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