The season is well upon us, the hulking behemoth of Glasto has passed, and now it seems every weekend from now until Bonfire night has some fest or another.

Having only ever done Reading (2005), the Cambridge Folk Festival (2006), and a day at V (whenever it was that Radiohead played), I don't consider myself an expert, and would like any tips you are willing to give.

Best snacks to take? Most essential camping item? Ways to travel light? Share your expertise, and put those Sunday newspaper magazine supplements ("OMG, classic green Hunters at Glasto = YES") to shame.