Location: Glastonbury
Top Things to do in Glastonbury
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Glastonbury, England
Generally a quiet place graced with lovely terrain for strolling, Glastonbury is very busy in the summer because of its music festival. Best known for contemporary music, the festival has attracted almost 200,000 people in recent years (whereas Glastonbury's full-time population is only 9,000 or so). There are a number of historical monuments to see in the area, including Glastonbury Lake Village, Glastonbury Abbey and the Somerset Rural Life Museum. We can't say that the weather is always good, but on a sunny day you can't go wrong!
Restaurants in Glastonbury
1. St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By Scorp73 - Lee-on-the-Solent, United Kingdom
This tiny little church is tucked away and yet it is so welcoming. Beautiful gardens and the ambience of the place is so calm and peaceful. The little cottages were interesting to see to. A beautiful sanctuary well worth a visit.
2. Facets of Avalon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
A wonderful mother and daughter working studio, displaying wire jewellery which is made on site, by Rachel Reilly and Multi Media Mosaics by Jan Billings . Commissions welcome
Reviewed By Belenore
I have never seen jewellery like this before. Rachel Reilly has developped her own technique of knitting enamelled copper wire turning it into incredible pieces of jewellery / pieces of art ... and even lamp shades. I could not resist and bought a pair of "ear wings".
3. Wyrdraven
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Wyrdraven. Formerly Shieldmaiden is a #1, award winning, physical UK store dedicated solely to Viking products and reproductions from the Viking era. Catering for reenactors, LARP, tourism and followers of Asatru and the Germanic faiths. We aim to cater for all those interested in the Viking age. From shields and axes and jewellery to clothing. We also stock the largest variety of UK and European bottled meads in the south-west of England.
Reviewed By craigcY6444ND - Poole, United Kingdom
excellent shop, friendly staff, great drinking horns and other viking related items! Sensible approach to the covid situation.
4. Glastonbury Tor
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4.5 based on 2,712 reviews
Reviewed By kareno542 - Madeley, United Kingdom
Always wanted to walk the Tor and it didn’t disappoint amazing views when you get to the top Would recommend the Tor bus in town because there isn’t any parking for this attraction
5. White Spring Well & Temple
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4.5 based on 352 reviews
Cavernous and set apart, in blackness or candle lit, mysterious it remains. A wonderful contrast to the sunlit gardens of Chalice Well of the Red Spring. The interior consists of three domed vaults 16ft high, with beautiful bowed floors - like the hull of a boat moored at the portal to the Otherworld. With it's constant temperature, and the sound of the perpetually flowing water, it is a unique and sacred space. Please be aware that people often bathe naked here, and we have a no photography policy. Many groups, pilgrims, and local people - from a wide diversity of backgrounds and traditions - have come to appreciate the blessings of this sacred space. So do come and enjoy the White Spring during our normal opening hours or at our regular ceremonies and meditations. We gather together to celebrate the turning of the seasons and at the full moon. Private visits and ceremonies, including baptisms and ceremonial bathing may be possible by arrangement. In keeping with the sense of sacred at the White Spring there is no charge or expectation of donation, neither is anyone paid. People often make a contribution to the White Spring for the upkeep costs and to keep access free for all. Please consider making a financial contribution if you are able to, all contributions are welcomed, but never expected.
Reviewed By 477cinzias
If you're looking for magic and wonder here it is. An extraordinarily evocative place on sacred land. Great for meditations or simply sit in quietude and sip in the atmosphere. Pure healing waters for drinking and bathing.
6. Church of St Mary
7. Glastonbury Goddess Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By R5224NCamyb
You can just sit in the quiet or pray or chat to the priestess who are so lovely and welcoming. I was smudged and discovered my Deity there. I cannot say enough good things about this place
8. Ham Wall Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By DexterOGrady - Inverness, United Kingdom
Excellent reserve. Good sightings of march harriers and great egrets. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Starling murmuration was awesome. Note: £3 payment for car parking on card NOT phone or coins - suits me.
9. Avalon Marshes Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
The Avalon Marshes Centre sits at the heart of Somerset’s Avalon Marshes. The centre has visitor information, café, craft shop, replica historic buildings, classroom, meeting room, car park and toilets. The centre lies at the heart of the areas nature reserves.
10. Pilgrim Reception in the Glastonbury Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Glastonbury draws people from all over the world. The Pilgrim Reception Team, within the Glastonbury Information Centre, offers support, information and inspiration to all visitors. Glastonbury has a wealth of experiences, history, myths and legends and this one-stop venue enables you to discover more about this fascinating small town in Somerset, assisting you to make the most of your visit.
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