Coachella is in full swing, and Instagram is laden with images of artist performances and stylish outfit shots.

With summer on its way, it won't be long until the British festival season begins. If you want to attend one of the events, but you're worried about money, you'll be relieved to know there are some tips and tricks to help you do it on a budget.

We've compiled a list of helpful money-saving hacks to ensure you can still have fun in the sun, without an overdraft usage fee in sight.

1. Pay using instalment plans

Festivals such as Boomtown, Latitude and Reading and Leeds offer payment plans, so you don't have to pay for your ticket in one go.

You can spread the cost across a number of months so you're not left short of money.

It's a great alternative for those who don't have the money to pay for their ticket upfront.

2. Volunteer

Offer to be a volunteer to get into music festivals for free.

Website festivalvolunteer.co.uk, is teaming up with Bestival this year and you can register to be a volunteer, see here . Registration will open on Monday, April 23 at 11am and will run until Thursday, May 31.

This year the Bestival line up includes London Grammar, Plan B, The Cuban Brothers and more.

3. Take your own food

Forgo the overpriced burgers and chips and take your own food. It's a cost-effective way to ensure you're being more sensible with your money.

Plus you can avoid on all those long queues at the food vendors.

4. Find the cheapest way to travel

Travel by coach as opposed to train, as the tickets are significantly cheaper - even if it takes longer to reach your destination.

Alternatively, see if anyone else you know is also heading to the same festival and ask them if you can carpool. This travel plan will also make it easier for you to take your luggage with you.

If you can only travel via train, book your tickets in advance to get a better price. Look at websites like thetrainline.com for cheap tickets.

5. Buy clothes online

Instead of heading down to the high street, for those cowboy boots you've been lusting after, see if there's a cheaper alternative online.

Online retailers such as Boohoo, Miss Guided and Pretty Little Thing are generally cheaper than the likes of Topshop and River Island.

For example, a pair of studded ankle boots at Boohoo will set you back £22, compared to a similar version at Office which come with an £80 price tag.

6. Say no to merchandise

Official merchandise is pricey, with a T-shirt alone generally costing around £20.

As cool as it might be to get a Tee with the face of your favourite band on it, you're likely to find a cheaper alternative on eBay or Amazon. Plus, you'll be wearing something different to everyone else, bonus!

7. Don't waste money on an expensive tent

Gelert Quickpitch 3DLX Pop Up Tent, £29 Sports Direct

You could spend hundreds on the latest camping gear but it isn't necessary and the chances of it getting damaged amongst the sea of other festival-goers is highly likely.

Keep a close eye out for deals online, as well as the likes of Sports Direct, where you can currently buy a pop up tent for £29.

8. Know the booze rules

Most festivals have restrictions on how much alcohol you can take inside with you. Check, double check, and check again.

If you bring too much with you, you run the risk of it being confiscated - it's literally just money down the drain.

9. Don't buy a programme

Festival programmes are a nice keepsake but they tend to be really overpriced. Alternatively, download the festival app on your phone to find out what the set list is and use its map to get around while you're there.

10. Set a daily budget

Plan how much you want to spend at the festival in advance. Set an allowance for each day, that way you know how much you can afford to spend before you even get there.

It's a handy way of ensuring you don't run out of money.

11. Get insurance

Make sure your phone and/or camera is insured before you go. This way if you lose these items you will be covered.

Check if your home insurance policy will cover this. If you are on a mobile phone contract, you can take out insurance with your network or find cheaper alternative via gocompare.com