Music fans rejoice! The BBC, Glastonbury’s exclusive broadcast partner, today announced its unparalleled plans for a two-month-long celebration of the iconic festival, spanning across TV, BBC iPlayer, radio, and BBC Sounds throughout June and July. With an impressive roster of presenters and an unprecedented 90+ hours of live performances on iPlayer, the BBC aims to bring the magic of Worthy Farm directly to millions.
Lorna Clarke, BBC Director of Music, stated, "This year, we’re making it easier than ever for millions of music fans to access Glastonbury’s standout moments, whilst also giving them the freedom to explore the festival their way - Glastonbury is theirs and the BBC brings it to them."
The presenting team is a who's who of broadcasting talent, featuring familiar voices like Annie Macmanus, Clara Amfo, Craig Charles, Dermot O’Leary, Greg James, Jo Whiley, Lauren Laverne, Nick Grimshaw, and Zoe Ball, among many others. These presenters will guide audiences through the festival's biggest moments and hidden gems.
BBC iPlayer is set to be the ultimate Glastonbury hub, offering live streams from all five main stages – Pyramid, Other, West Holts, Woodsies, and The Park – allowing viewers to craft their own festival experience. For the first time, Pyramid Stage sets will be available in stunning Ultra High Definition and with British Sign Language. The Glastonbury Hits Channel is already live, providing 24/7 classic tracks, while the Glastonbury Channel returns during the festival weekend (June 27-29) for curated highlights and special guests. New for 2025 are "Glastonbury Recap" daily montages and "Glastonbury Highlights" compilations available for a full year.
Beyond the main festival, BBC Radio 6 Music will host "All Day Glastonbury" from June 25-30, dedicating its schedule to artists who have played or will play the festival. Radio 1's Greg James will broadcast his Breakfast Show live from Worthy Farm for the first time on June 27, while Radio 2’s Dermot O’Leary and Zoe Ball will also be live from the site. Even Radio 4's Woman's Hour will join the action with a special Glastonbury episode.
BBC Introducing will continue its vital role in showcasing emerging talent on its dedicated stage, featuring an exciting lineup of unsigned artists and unique events like a live Sidetracked podcast recording. This comprehensive coverage, building on the BBC's BAFTA-winning production of Glastonbury 2024, promises to be an unmissable event for music lovers everywhere.
