The Area

The Glastonbury area has been a place of myth and magic from our Pagan pre-history to Arthurian mysticism and New Age legends. It’s also been a historic centre of Christianity, home to one of England’s most powerful abbeys. Read more about the town and the varied and fascinating attractions nearby, below.

Glastonbury

Glastonbury has a unique and diverse culture, artistic, esoteric as well a typical English market town atmosphere.

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Further Information

Glastonbury Abbey

Traditionally the seat of Christianity in England, Glastonbury Abbey attracts visitors from across the globe who come to marvel at these romantic ruins.

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http://www.glastonburyabbey.com/

Glastonbury Moors and Wildlife

There is really no other landscape in Britain like the low-lying moors around the Glastonbury area - properly known as the Somerset Levels.

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Further Information

Clarks Village

Clarks Village outlet offers over 90 stores, restaurants and cafes, plus plenty to entertain the whole family.

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http://www.clarksvillage.co.uk/

Chalice Well

Glastonbury's Chalice Well is one of the oldest continuously used holy wells in Britain.

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http://www.chalicewell.org.uk/

Bristol

Bustling city with great shops, a vibrant nightlife and plenty for families to do – including its award-winning zoo.

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http://www.visitbristol.co.uk/

Longleat

A real family day out, the house and grounds are superb, there's plenty for kids to do – and of course the lions!

Image © Philip Halling

http://www.longleat.co.uk/

Stourhead

Beautiful 18th-century landscape garden and Palladian mansion.

Image © Greg Montani

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stourhead

Bath

World Heritage city and one of Britain's true treasures. Architecture, art, history and modern city living combined.

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http://www.visitbath.co.uk/

Glastonbury Town Council

Glastonbury Town Hall hosts a number of bustling markets and craft fairs throughout the year.

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http://www.glastonbury.gov.uk/

Tourist Information Centre

Glastonbury & Street Tourist Information Centre for accommodation bookings, tickets to local attractions including discounted tickets.

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http://www.glastonburytic.co.uk/