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The steward suggested she could stand on the other side of the railing and talk to me through it, the thought of which made us both feel very uncomfortable. While disabled people do sometimes need extra care, this can often be provided by a friend or family member. Nevertheless, I found myself sitting next to the railing in prime position to talk with my friend on the other side and receive a pint through the bars each time she made a trip into the thronging masses.
Each time she was away, I wondered about the festival experience people were having on the platform and how closely it matched that of the able-bodied revellers below us.
Sure, I could see the bands even though the platform was situated quite far back from the stage but were we enjoying the same atmosphere as others? Yet, drinking personal supplies of alcohol and worse! Moreover, the atmosphere was strangely subdued compared to the crowds below; except for a few pockets of headbanging resistance.
There I was surrounded by grizzled metal fans with viper tattoos and crazy biker thread. These guys evidently knew how to have a good time. A glance over my shoulder afforded me the sight of the V. P viewing platform for customers of a popular phone company. A towering behemoth compared to our area, it was surrounded by queues.
People were waiting to get on not because they had the accessibility needs but out of choice. Then it hit me. In considering the needs of disabled visitors, I got the impression that Download Festival focused solely on accessibility. In doing so, they had forgotten the very reason why we attend these events: to have fun. His primary concern was that I was looked after by a carer, not that I had a truly memorable time with a friend.
As such, I found the festival both fun and fully accessible but certainly different for me attending as a disabled person. Apart from the unfortunate physical segregation from my friend, I also felt psychologically isolated from the festival goers below. View Instalment Plan Options. Helping Download Festival goers carry their belongings and pitch their tents.
Answering questions about Download Festival performances and line-ups. Reporting any problems such as a build-up of litter or faulty facilities. Keeping an eye on the Download Festival campsites from the fire towers.
Helping out with various roles across the Download Festival site including pedestrian and vehicle gates, wristband exchanges, keeping an eye on facilities, monitoring stages and walkways. Apply to volunteer. Please note: Download Festival will contain acts unsuitable for children Parents may be asked to provide ID with proof of age if the child appears to be over 12 but holding a Child Ticket. Those aged 16 or over can attend alone.
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