Dancing in the rain and mud at a music festival is an experience everyone should have at some stage in their lives. We know it can be scary to think of spending a few days camping, but the thought of finding gluten-free food to sustain you for the time there can be even more daunting!

To make things a little easier, it is recommended that you eat outside of rush hour - before or after the queues form - because you'll be able to ask questions and get better service. Once there is a queue of people and the stalls are under pressure it is much more difficult to explain your needs.

Snacks to pack

• Gluten-free Cereal Bars*/Muffins/Crackers
• Fruit
• Nuts*
• Popcorn*
• Humous and carrot sticks
• Tinned tuna snack-packs
• Gluten-free Cereal (milk is usually available in the shop in the campsites)

As always, please check the Food List for suitable brands.

Please note: the stands listed are provided as a guide only and members should check thoroughly with the food stall to ensure the food is prepared with gluten-free ingredients and without cross-contamination.

Oxegen

Held in Punchestown Racecourse, Naas, Co. Kildare in early July each year, this is the biggest music festival in Europe with 80,000 people attending each year.

Those attending would be advised to bring a selection of gluten-free snacks with them as suitable food options can be limited.

At previous years Saba Thai and Jaipur have had stands, who usually offer gluten-free options on their menus.

Electric Picnic

The Music and Arts Festival is held over 3 days in Stradbally Estate, Co. Laois in early September each year. The food at Electric Picnic tends to be of a higher quality than your typical 'burger & chips' fare, but it would still be recommended to bring a supply of gluten-free snacks to keep you going.

In previous years there has been food provided by Diep Noodle and Gourmet Burger, who are usually good at providing gluten-free options. Members have also said they had good success with the Real Potato Chip (who only serve handcut chips) and Paella food stands.