Love Not Riots

Festival goers attending this year’s Reading and its sister festival at Leeds have united in a bid to end the disruption that has blighted the events in recent years.

Vandalism on the final night of the festivals, including the burning of tents, exploding of gas canisters and attacks on stalls and toilets blocks, has caused disruption to the enjoyment of thousands.

After seeing acts of disruption for themselves, Kent friends Zena Gardner and Amy Last decided to take a stand.

“I realised some sort of campaign could work, with the right organization, backing and promotion” said 27-year-old Zena.

She added: “We are not trying to be the fun police, or take anything away from the festival atmosphere, we just want people to have their fun without risking the safety, well-being and enjoyment of those around them”.

Love Not Riots