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• Bristol Zoo Gardens
• Bristol's City Museum & Art Gallery
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• Cheddar Caves and Gorge
• Glastonbury Abbey
• Longleat
• Fashion Museum
• Old Sarum
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• Wilton House

Glastonbury Abbey

For centuries travellers and pilgrims have visited this sacred site, situated in the heart of the beautiful county of Somerset. Steeped in mystery and history, Glastonbury Abbey attracts visitors from across the globe, who come to marvel at these romantic ruins.

Traditionally the seat of Christianity in England; once visited by Joseph of Arimathea, his staff becoming the Holy Thorn tree that grows here and blossoms twice a year: and legendary burial place of King Arthur and his Queen Guinevere.

As well as the original Abbey buildings, the site has a wealth of other attractions. For instance our living History characters, from April to October.

These actors are able to offer a unique insight into the lives of those who lived and worked at the Abbey many centuries ago; usually they perform in the Abbots Kitchen where we are endeavouring to create an authentic medieval kitchen environment. Our Visitor Centre completes the experience with original exhibits and model of the Abbey on display.

Spend time walking through the wonderful grounds where you will find an orchard, an ornamental lily pond, a wildlife duck pond, herb garden, and an ever changing array of trees and wildflowers. Spring, summer and autumn have glorious displays of seasonal colour.

Visit www.glastonburyabbey.com for information on visiting: events, opening times and prices.