Because rockin’ outโs no good if you’re flat on your face from heatstroke ๐ตโ๐ซ
Location: Blackweir Fields, Bute Park, Cardiff
Dates: [Include relevant dates here โ e.g. June 27 โ July 9, 2025]
Line-up included: Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette, Slayer (YES, REALLY), Stevie Wonder and more! ๐ค
๐ฐ WATER POINTS โ WHERE TO REFILL IN BLACKWEIR FIELDS
Cardiff Council confirmed free water refill stations were available across the site โ but they werenโt exactly well signposted, were they mun? ๐ Hereโs where to find โem next time:
๐ฏ Main Water Points:
- Near the Food Court: Just behind the big burrito van and near the vegan curry stand ๐ฏ
- Stage Left (Facing the Stage): Look for the white tap trailer with blue signage.
- Accessible Viewing Area: Dedicated refill station near the entry path for those with access wristbands โฟ
- Toilets Hub (Back Field): One refill pipe attached to the outer toilet block (be patient, thereโs a queue!)
๐ TIP: Bring a collapsible bottle or hydration backpack. Security were fine with empty bottles under 1L. Anything over that and they might bin it. ๐ค
โ๏ธ STAY SAFE IN THE SUN (OR RAIN, ‘CAUSE WALES)
๐ก๏ธ HEATWAVE? DO THIS:
- Drink every hour, even if you donโt feel thirsty
- Grab electrolyte tabs at the merch or medical tent
- Wear a hat โ even a free one from AO like at Oasis Heaton Park ๐งข
- Know the signs of heatstroke: dizziness, confusion, headaches, nausea = get help fast
๐ง๏ธ RAINY DAY?
- Still drink water โ being wet doesnโt mean youโre hydrated ๐
- Keep bottles sealed and inside a bag โ you donโt want swamp juice in your mouth
โ What You CANโT Bring In:
- No metal or glass bottles โ theyโll be confiscated
- No alcohol (unless you smuggle it like a proโฆ but we didnโt tell you that ๐)
- No massive coolers โ this ainโt a family BBQ
- No refillable flasks over 1L โ unless medically approved
โ What You SHOULD Bring:
- Reusable bottle under 1L
- Suncream โ security ainโt taking that off you
- Cooling towel or mist spray bottle
- A proper attitude and your best shouting voice ๐ค
๐ฅ Final Tips
- If you feel faint, go to the medical tent immediately โ theyโve got the good stuff (hydration salts and shade!)
- Buddy system = legendary. Donโt let your mate wander off dehydrated.
- If the taps run dry, report it โ itโs your right to stay alive, butt! โ
๐ธ Tag us!
If you spotted a new water station or had to MacGyver your hydration like a soggy festival wizard, tag us on Insta or X ๐ @theriffreportuk with your pics! Bonus points for Oasis-style bucket hats at Slayer ๐คฏ
Cโmon Cardiff, letโs stay lush, not crushed.
Drink water. Rock harder. Survive Blackweir Live like a champ. ๐๐ง๐ด
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