Early during this year’s Glastonbury Festival, volunteers and staff made a visible push to tackle nitrous oxide litter, collecting a striking haul of empty NOS canisters near the Crows Nest area. The collected canisters were neatly stacked into three piles of blue and yellow cylinders on the grass, with cleanup crew members visible nearby in high-visibility vests, actively gathering litter.
The scene sparked lively conversation on Reddit, where users noted:
- These are empty canisters scattered on the ground, not confiscated filled canisters, indicating persistent nitrous oxide use despite festival security.
- The constant sound of balloons releasing nitrous oxide annoyed some attendees.
- The cleanup effort and photo documentation received appreciation and some humor from commenters.
- Searches and litter removal operations appeared thorough, occurring even before the festival was fully underway.
This visual snapshot highlights how nitrous oxide remains a widespread presence at Glastonbury. The festival team’s early and ongoing cleanup efforts underscore a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and safety.
Glastonbury has a history of combatting nitrous oxide issues. In 2015, organizers notably banned its use in the King’s Meadow sacred space due to associated litter and health risks. This year’s cleanup efforts reaffirm how seriously the festival addresses the environmental and safety challenges posed by nitrous oxide canisters amid the celebration’s chaos.
For more background, see the official festival note on nitrous oxide bans and impact: Glastonbury’s Nitrous Oxide Policy
Source: r/glastonbury_festival