Electric Picnic is no doubt one of the best weekends of the summer, let alone the year!
However, if you’re not in the mood to make that long trek from the red or yellow car park to find a small space to pitch your tent, then why not treat yourself to an upgrade?
With access to a private bar, a wellness area (which includes a sauna, hot tub and cold plunge) and holistic therapists, Stradbally Glamping might be just the thing you’re looking for!
Here’s everything you need to know about the luxury and exclusive Stradbally Glamping experience.
Where is Stradbally Glamping?
Stradbally Glamping is a luxurious, exclusive, high end glampsite located on the stunning grounds of Ballykilcavan farm and brewery in Kylebeg in Stradbally.
The premium glampsite includes pre-pitched tents, 2 and 4 person bell tents, and luxury suites, as well as plenty of other exclusive amenities you won’t find in any regular campsite.
How to I get to the Electric Picnic arena?
The scenic glampsite is just a 3-minute drive away from the Electric Picnic grounds. However, if you don’t fancy driving, Stradbally glamping offers a shuttle bus service to and from the festival coach drop-off point in Stradbally Town.
The shuttle bus will operate from 7pm on Thursday (27th of August) evening and from midday to 3am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (28th to the 31st of August).
The shuttle bus costs €25 per person for unlimited rides all across the weekend.
Are there any events on at the glampsite?
Yes, lots! Stradbally Glamping offers live music in a hidden private bar during the day, so you can enjoy a drink or two and some delicious food away from the hustle and bustle of the main arena.
Nestled in the restored 18th-century walled courtyard of Ballykilcavan House with an on-site state of the art brewery, it’s just the perfect place to recharge before you head for the festival to party the night away.
If you’re looking to unwind and connect with nature, then why not take a seat in the glampsite’s relaxing sauna or hot tub. If you fancy a more of a colder temperature, then the glampsite also provides a cold plunge tub.
Guided yoga classes and massage treatments from skilled massage therapists are also available and are the perfect way to start the day or wind down in the evening.
Are there any on-site amenities?
Are you fed up of struggling to manage with a dying phone and a dodgy power bank all weekend? Well, the Stradbally glampsite provides incredible phone charging stations, so you’re all charged up before you set off.
A luxurious Pamper Parlour is also available so you can get ready without the struggle of being hunched over a mini mirror in your tent! Equipped with mirrors and charging stations, hair dryers and straighteners, you’ll be able to get dressed up with zero hassle.
Charging stations will also be available at chill out areas, and Jolt Power Bank Rental services be providing power bank rental, so you can ensure you’re fully charged no matter where you are!
Glampers are also able to enjoy high-quality luxurious hot showers with no time restrictions as well as spotless toilet facilities.
Is there parking available?
The glampsite offers a carpark right next to the site. Not only does this mean you can grab essentials from your car with quick and easy access, but on the final day, you’ll be able to leave quickly and efficiently with no delays!
Is there early bird access?
There is indeed early access.
If you want to avoid the Friday rush, then a Thursday arrival is completely free in all purchased glamping packages.
You can arrive on Thursday evening and enjoy some drinks, grub and live music before anybody else, in your stunning, exclusive glampsite.
What a great way to make this weekend completely free of hassle!
Find out more about Stradbally Glamping, and book yourself a stay, here.
Words by Nikita Hall