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
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
Simpsons Property Service
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
Cafe Galatea
Elaichi Tandoori
Gigi's
Who'd A Thought It Inn
School
Solicitor
Taxi
Chisletts TaxiJustaxis
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
Eye Tech Opticians
Bishopston Trading Company
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)
The Market House Inn (0.13 miles)
Haydn House (0.17 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
Belle-Vue (0.37 miles)
Travelodge Glastonbury (0.71 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Shambhala Healing Retreat (0.71 miles)
Shambhala Retreat on the Tor with magnificent views of the Vale of Avalon. This is a sacred site from Ancient Times, steeped in legend. The focus is a beautiful star of hundreds of clear crystal points that ... More | visit website
Wessex Hotel (1.57 miles)
We welcome you to the Wessex, a modern hotel that nestles in the heart of historic and beautiful Somerset, in the Ancient Kingdom of Wessex. We boast two AA star ... More
Double Gate (2.29 miles)
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