Glastonbury Festival Goers Left Out of Pocket After Yurt Company Folds

The Glastonbury Festival, a highly anticipated event in the music world, has been marred by the collapse of a luxury yurt company, leaving many festival-goers out of pocket. Yurtel, based in Corsham, Wiltshire, had been offering high-end accommodation and ticket packages to attendees, but has since entered liquidation, leaving customers with significant financial losses.

The Collapse of Yurtel

Yurtel’s packages, which ranged in price from £10,000 to £16,500, included deluxe bells and presidential suites with luxurious amenities. However, in an email to customers, the company announced that it would be ceasing trading due to insolvency and would be entering a formal liquidation process. As a result, all bookings made with Yurtel have been cancelled, and customers have been advised to seek alternative accommodation.

Impact on Festival-Goers

The collapse of Yurtel has left many festival-goers facing significant financial losses, with some having paid large sums of money for tickets and accommodation that will no longer be available. The Glastonbury Festival has stated that it has no involvement in Yurtel’s operations and therefore cannot take responsibility for the services and facilities offered by the company.

Response from Glastonbury Festival

The Glastonbury Festival has expressed disappointment for those affected by Yurtel’s collapse, but has emphasized that it has no records of bookings made through the company. The festival has advised customers who paid Yurtel for packages including Glastonbury 2025 tickets to pursue any potential claims through the liquidation process. The festival has also offered to help affected customers by providing information on alternative sources for tickets and accommodation.

What’s Next for Affected Customers

Customers who have been affected by Yurtel’s collapse are advised to contact the Glastonbury Festival directly to confirm their details and share their personal data and party information. The festival will then provide information on potential alternative sources for tickets and accommodation. The festival, which takes place from June 25th to 29th, features a lineup of high-profile artists, including Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, and the 1975.