Beginning Willow sculpture workshop
Join us at Abbey House on Sunday 14 January 2024, from 9.30am to 3.30pm for a one day willow sculpture workshop aimed at beginners. This is an adult workshop.
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Please note that a temporary visitor entrance is in place from Thursday 9th November
Under 16s get free entry to the abbey all year round, so why not explore our 36 acres of grounds and 7th-century ruins with your family? Get stuck in with hands-on activities, take part in a seasonal trail or discover the abbey’s story with one of our costumed guides – there’s always something fun to do!
The short video shows you the pedestrian journey from Magdalene Street and into the abbey via the ticket office.
We are working on a project as part of the Glastonbury Town Deal to enhance the entrance to the abbey and create a brand-new piazza.
The piazza will offer a space to meet and enjoy small events, all while opening up the abbey entrance and making a better, more welcoming visitor experience.
Explore the medieval monastery and its archaeology, myths and legends with the new Glastonbury Abbey AR app – Glastonbury Stories.
The app – designed with teens and families in mind – will take users on a quest around the grounds of Glastonbury Abbey. Using their mobile devices to uncover portals to the past, intrepid pilgrims will hear conversations from the abbey’s medieval inhabitants, discover lost artefacts rendered in 3D, and at certain locations even glimpse some of the grand buildings that formerly existed onsite.
Download the app on-site or in advance from the App Store or Google Play Store.
Glastonbury Abbey is dog friendly – we even have treats!
Dogs on short leads are always welcome in the grounds of Glastonbury Abbey so do bring your furry friend along for a visit. A walk around the perimeter of our 36 acres is nearly a mile, but if you and your dog are feeling energetic, you might like to try a couple of longer treks from the Abbey: Climbing up Glastonbury Tor – approximately 3 miles round trip from the Abbey.
The Glastonbury Way – a way-marked route that circles around our ancient town and takes in the Tor, Wearyall Hill, St Bridies Mound, Paradise Lane, and the heart of the town. Approximately 7 miles, beginning from the Tourist Information Centre next to the Abbey.
Daily entry is just one of the rewards you receive as a Glastonbury Abbey Member. For less than £1 a week you can visit Glastonbury Abbey every day!
Choose a tier that rewards you with free event tickets, extra café or shop discount or prioritise your daily visits.
Purchasing and renewing online is £10 cheaper than in person.
A selection of expertly curated souvenirs and publications await in the Glastonbury Abbey online shop. New in 2024, Glastonbury Abbey cider and Meade available to be shipped direct to your door.
Join us at Abbey House on Sunday 14 January 2024, from 9.30am to 3.30pm for a one day willow sculpture workshop aimed at beginners. This is an adult workshop.
Night at the Abbey returns to Glastonbury Abbey on Saturday the 24th of August with a headline performance from Neville Staple from The Specials.
Glastonbury Abbey has made it through to the next stage of the Somerset Business Awards, having been shortlisted for the Best Use of Digital Technology category.
Nic talks to Penny Lamb and various visitors to Abbey House in this, the third episode of Talking Spirituality, season 3.
Tuesday 5th December marks International Volunteer Day, a chance to celebrate volunteers worldwide as well as our own volunteer team here at Glastonbury Abbey.
Last night, Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre received the Gold award for Tourism Event of the Year at the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards.
The headline act for the 28th annual Glastonbury Abbey Extravaganza has finally been revealed, with alt rock stars Keane set to take to the stage on Saturday 3rd August 2024.
This week, work commenced on stabilising and conserving the damaged corner and arch fragment of the Abbot’s Hall ruin.