Glastonbury is probably the most famous place in Somerset. It is famous for its history and mystery but possibly more so for the Glastonbury Festival. This huge annual music and culture festival actually takes place several miles away in Pilton. Glastonbury was built on a group of hills that rise from the Somerset Levels. In the times before the levels were drained Glastonbury was often an island and is still known as the Isle of Avalon. Glastonbury is shrouded in mystery and legend. A popular story is that the mythical King Arthur held court on the Isle of Avalon and is buried there along with his wife, Guinevere. The church also once held court in Glastonbury at the Abbey. The Abbey is now in ruins but in 1086, when the Domesday Book was commissioned, Glastonbury Abbey was the richest monastery in the country. The most famous landmark in Glastonbury, and one that can be seen from miles around, is the Glastonbury Tor. This is a tear-shaped hill with a roofless church tower on its summit. Amazingly, St Michael's Church was ruined by an earthquake in 1275. The town has a busy high street with many good pubs and plenty of small hotels, Inns and guest houses.
Attraction
Chalice Well
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Story
Glastonbury Tor
Glastonbury Tribunal
Meare Fish House
Peat Moors Centre
Somerset Rural Life Museum
Budget
Travelodge Glastonbury *book online*
Camping
Caravan Park
Classes
Club
Dentist
Abbey Dental Health Centre
Glastonbury Dental Access Centre
Doctor
Glastonbury Health Centre
Glastonbury Surgery
Estate Agent
Cooper & Tanner
Goad Peter
Palmer Snell
Farmers Market
Inn
Market
Glastonbury Country Market
Glastonbury Farmers Market
Performing Arts
Glastonbury Male Voice Choir
Shangri-la Taxis
Pub and Bar
Globe Inn
King Arthur
King William Inn
Market House Inn
Tor
Who'd A Thought It Inn
Ye Queens Head
Restaurant
Apple Tree
Cafe Galatea
Elaichi Tandoori
Gigi's
Who'd A Thought It Inn
School
Solicitor
Taxi
C J W Taxis
Chisletts Taxi
Justaxis
M & J Taxi's
Shangri-la Taxis
Vet
Sports Clubs
Glastonbury CC (Cricket)
Glastonbury Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Crystal Man
Avalon Books
The Speaking Tree
Glastonbury Flower Shop
Sheepskin Products
The Willows Garden Centre
Sweet Acre Nursery
Tor Pet Supplies
Heritage Fine Foods
The Truckle of Cheese
The Wholefood Store
Bishopston Trading Company
Bridie’s Healthy Living Centre and Organic Food Co-op
Charm
B&Q
Worn
Padma (Glastonbury)Ltd
Antiques
Activities
Mendip CC(Cycling)
Places to Stay near Glastonbury
George & Pilgrims (0.04 miles)
The George & Pilgrim Hotel is situated in the beautiful town of Glastonbury. Founded in the early 15th century, the hotel has welcomed people for over 500 years. The oldest purpose built Inn within the Southwest, ... More | visit website
Daisy Centres Retreat (0.05 miles)
Heaphys (0.09 miles)
The Market House Inn (0.13 miles)
Haydn House (0.17 miles)
Glastonbury White House (0.18 miles)
Chindit House (0.20 miles)
Magdalene House (0.24 miles)
Stay in our spacious family run period home, which is Grade II listed and once formed part of the St. Louis Convent which has many historical connections ... More | visit website
No 1 Park Terrace Bed and Breakfast (0.27 miles)
There is car parking available onsite. We also provide wireless internet access ... More | visit website
Apple Tree Guest House (0.34 miles)
Welcome to AppleTree House Bed and Breakfast. We have tried to make our B&B the one we would want to stay in. So it is warm, comfortable and friendly with lots of little touches that ... More | visit website
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