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What Does Rose Ferguson Pack In Her Bag For Glasto?
Written by: Eleanor Hoath
Written on: June 14, 2025
Model, nutritionist and festival devotee Rose Ferguson shares her essentials for embracing the magic of festival season - without it costing your wellbeing.
Festivals like Glastonbury are loud, long and often exhausting but they're also joyful, transformative and at times, euphoric. That’s the duality Rose Ferguson loves and one she’s learnt to move through gracefully through her years of attending.
“Festivals are intense,” she says. “You’re up late, constantly moving, eating differently, and you don’t always have access to the things that make you feel balanced. But it’s also this incredible moment in time when you get to let go. That’s the beauty of it.”
As a nutritionist and longtime Glasto goer, Rose knows the trick isn’t about avoiding the madness - it’s about finding moments of calm inside it. This summer, Healf are entering the festival space with intentionNot as a spectacle - but as a quiet presence. A reminder that wellbeing doesn’t pause when the music starts.”
So, how does a model-slash-nutritionist prepare for one of the most legendary weekends on the calendar? Here’s how Rose does Glasto - the wellbeing way.
Pace yourself and plan for the energy dip
“The first thing I always remind myself is: you will feel exhausted at some point – and that’s ok. That’s part of the experience.” Rose goes into the weekend fully aware that it’ll leave her tired - but equally full of joy.
She’s learnt to pace her energy, starting slower on Thursday, leaning into the buzz of Friday and Saturday, and usually heading home on Sunday. “I hardly ever make it past the Sunday, I just know I’m tired and want to end on a high.”
A well-packed van is everything
Travelling in her ‘70s VW campervan, Rose doesn’t head off without a few key comforts. “I always take a nice blanket and some proper pyjamas – just little things that make me feel calm and help my sleep. These two things bring a bit of me, my bed, and my world to the weekend. They are cosy and feel so lovely at the end of a LONG day and night."
Skincare is non-negotiable, not just for the glow, but for grounding. “I like to feel half decent in the mornings, so I bring a gua sha to help me de-puff. It’s those small rituals that make a big difference.”
“I never go to Glasto without my essentials,” she says.
Ancient + Brave’s True Hydration, to keep energy levels steady and spirits lifted
Pure Synergy Green Powder, for its nutrient-dense hit of alkalising greens
IM8, the next-generation supplement designed to support recovery, immune health, and overall longevity, wrapped up in a single sachet
Healf’s Festival Kit, her secret weapon for staying grounded on the go
Alongside this, she packs smart snacks: nuts, seeds, a good-quality protein powder, and fruit. “You can usually find great food if you keep an eye out, but coming prepared gives you freedom. No one wants to queue when they're crashing!”
This year, Healf’s Festival Kit will be making its debut - a carefully curated edit of supplements and essentials to help festival-goers feel their best, without fuss. A little bag of balance, designed to meet you where you are - whether that’s dancing in a crowd or stretching out in your tent.
This year, she’s adding a portable Ninja blender into the mix, “so I can make a quick protein shake, you know what it’s like.” this is where the Ancient + Brave True Hydration will make the appearance.
Having said that, whilst Rose always packs her health hacks, there’s always room for tradition too. “Every year, without fail, there’s a late-night pit stop at the falafel van. It’s always the last thing open. It’s become a bit of a ritual.” This is wellbeing.
Rest where you can - and don’t rush back to real life
“Even if you’re loving every second, festivals drain your system. I always build in little moments to reset - a lie-down in the van during the day, some breathwork at night, whatever I can manage to make sure I can enjoy every moment of the nights.”
And once the weekend’s over? “I never book anything on the Monday. That’s sacred. I eat well, sleep deeply and just let my body recover.” It’s all part of the experience. “I always leave Glasto tired but so happy. You come away with the best memories and it’s totally worth it.”
Don’t obsess over being ‘healthy’ - just stay connected
“Wellbeing isn’t about rigid routines - especially at a festival,” Rose says. “It’s about feeling good in the moment. The electrolytes and protein shakes help - but so does dancing, laughing and making memories.”
She’s not afraid to go all in. “When you’re really present - not thinking about what you should be doing, that’s when the magic happens. Being healthy isn’t the priority. Being in it is.”
So as the music starts and the fields begin to fill, Healf arrives not with noise, but with presence. A nod to the ones who still want to feel good, even when the glitter comes out.
Because this summer, we’re the festival space with intention. Not as a spectacle but as a quiet presence. A reminder that wellbeing doesn’t pause when the music starts.
This article is for informational purposes only, even if and regardless of whether it features the advice of physicians and medical practitioners. This article is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice. The views expressed in this article are the views of the expert and do not necessarily represent the views of Healf
Eleanor Hoath is a Registered Nutritional Therapist (DipNT, mANP, mBANT) specialising in gut, skin and women’s health. She is the Editor of The Healf Source and founder of Well Nourished Nutrition Ltd.
Passionate about holistic wellbeing and balanced living, Eleanor combines evidence-based nutrition with a practical, approachable style to help people feel their best through content.
Based in London, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to nurture their health and understand the root cause of their symptoms from the inside out.
