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Supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery FundWelcome to Glastonbury Abbey, in Somerset

Visitor Attraction, Scheduled Ancient Monument and Church

    Glastonbury Abbey
  • Romantic ruins and peaceful parkland - Once the greatest and richest Abbey in England. Now awe-inspiring ruins set in 36 acres of parkland, ponds, orchard and wildlife areas. Visit and be moved by its tragic history.
  • Legendary burial place of King Arthur - It was here in 1191 that King Arthur and his Queen Guinevere were discovered by the monks.
  • 2000 years of Christian History and Mystery - Traditionally the earliest Christian sanctuary in Britain. Did Joseph of Arimathea bring Jesus here? Sense the prayerfulness where people have worshipped for 2000 years
  • History Revealed! Hear tales of the past from our costumed guides - From March to October hear tales of Abbey life, the monks that were here and even of King Arthur's court!
  • A place for all seasons! - Snowdrops and crocus in Winter; Daffodils and Bluebells in Spring; Wildflowers and Native grasses in Summer and Autumn colour on our hundreds of trees.
  • Enjoy a light lunch, refreshment or cream tea in our outdoor summer cafe (open early May until late September), then look for a souvenir in our excellent gift shop.

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Upcoming Events

  • Summer Activities for Families 2008
  • Are you going to Glastonbury Festival ?
  • Glastonbury Abbey Cider !....Has just won first prize, as the Best Medium Cider at the Royal Bath and West Show in May 2008
  • Glastonbury Abbey Musical Extravaganza
  • St. Patricks Chapel Development
  • USA...can you help ?
 
  • Sunday, 1st June
    to Sunday, 31st August

    'The Oddest Little Gentleman' - Centenary Exhibition in the Museum daily.
  • Wednesday, 9th July
    John Dalton - Harpist
  • Saturday, 12th July
    Nelson Recorder Trio in the Abbots Kitchen at 2.30pm