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to Glastonbury Abbey, in Somerset
Visitor Attraction, Scheduled Ancient Monument and Church
- 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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- Glastonbury Abbey Art Group
- St. Patricks Chapel Development
- America - can you help?
- Glastonbury Abbey Excavation Archive Pilot Project
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- Sunday, 31st August
to Sunday, 7th September
Medieval Pottery Demonstration with Eddie Daughton, daily 10.30am until 5.00pm - Sunday, 7th September
'Music for the Mysteries'. Concert by a Danish emsemble at the Abbots Kitchen at 2.45pm - Monday, 8th September
to Sunday, 14th September
Avalon Embroiderers Guild - 'Holiday' Craft Demonstration and Exhibition
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