Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury

Name: Glastonbury Tor
Address: off Wellhouse Lane, Glastonbury, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1278 751874

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Glastonbury Tor is an iconic hill near the town of Glastonbury in Somerset, England, steeped in history and legend. Known for its enigmatic silhouette crowned by the roofless St. Michael's Tower, the Tor is a magnetic destination for tourists, history enthusiasts, and spiritual seekers alike.

Rising to an elevation of 158 meters (518 feet), the Tor offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire, and Wales. The site has been associated with the mystical Isle of Avalon, and it’s a key feature in local folklore and Arthurian legends. Some believe it to be the final resting place of King Arthur, while others connect it with the Holy Grail.

The climb to the top of the Tor is via a stepped path, which, while steep in places, rewards the visitor with its sweeping vistas and a sense of tranquility. The hill itself is a natural formation of hard Middle Jurassic rocks, which have resisted the erosion that has worn away the surrounding landscape.

The Tor is open to the public year-round and is particularly popular at dawn, sunset, and during traditional pagan festivals. It is managed by the National Trust and does not require an entrance fee, making it an accessible and worthwhile addition to any travel itinerary in the region. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and visitors should be prepared for the unpredictable English weather by bringing appropriate attire.

Alternative names: Elevation: 436 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°8'41"N, 2°41'56"W

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off Wellhouse LaneGlastonbury United Kingdom

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+44 1278 751874

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Glastonbury Tor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury Thorn, Tor Leisure Ground, Chalice Well.

0.7 miW
Ruined remains of a legendary abbey
Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury
19 min walk • Glastonbury Abbey, the venerable ruins nestled in the heart of Glastonbury, England, stands as a testament to the country’s rich monastic history. Once one of the most powerful and prestigious monasteries in England, the Abbey’s origins are shrouded in legend...
0.8 miW
Tree
Glastonbury Thorn, Glastonbury
21 min walk • The Glastonbury thorn is a form of common hawthorn, Crataegus monogyna 'Biflora', found in and around Glastonbury, Somerset, England. Unlike ordinary hawthorn trees, it flowers twice a year, the first time in winter and the second time in spring. The trees in the Glastonbury area have been propagated by grafting since ancient times.
1.1 miW
Sport complex, Sport, Sport venue
Tor Leisure Ground, Glastonbury
27 min walk • Tor Leisure Ground, previously known as Morlands Athletic Ground until 1986, is a former first-class cricket ground located in Glastonbury, Somerset.
~1860 ftW
Historical place
Chalice Well, Glastonbury
9 min walk • The Chalice Well, also known as the Red Spring, is a well situated near the summit of Chalice Hill, a small hill next to Glastonbury Tor in Glastonbury, Somerset, England.
0.8 miW
Church
St Johns, Glastonbury
21 min walk • Described as "one of the most ambitious parish churches in Somerset", the present Church of St John the Baptist in Glastonbury, Somerset, England, dates from the 15th century and has been designated as a Grade I listed building.
0.9 miW
Memorial
Glastonbury Market Cross, Glastonbury
22 min walk • Glastonbury Market Cross is a market cross in Glastonbury, Somerset, England. Erected in 1846, it was designed by the English architect Benjamin Ferrey and has been a Grade II listed structure since 1950.
0.8 miW
Memorial
Hospital of St Mary Magdalene, Glastonbury
22 min walk • The Hospital of St Mary Magdalene in Glastonbury, Somerset, England was built around 1310 by Glastonbury Abbey. It is a Grade II* listed building, and part has been scheduled as an ancient monument.
0.9 miW
Church
Church of St Benedict, Glastonbury
24 min walk • The Anglican Church of St Benedict at Glastonbury within the English county of Somerset was built as a Norman chapel in the 11th century with substantial additions in the 15th and 19th centuries. It is a Grade I listed building.
0.8 miW
Museum
Abbot's Kitchen, Glastonbury
20 min walk • The Abbot's Kitchen is a mediaeval octagonal building that served as the kitchen at Glastonbury Abbey in Glastonbury, Somerset, England. It is a Grade I listed building. The abbot's kitchen has been described as "one of the best preserved medieval kitchens in Europe".
0.7 miW
Museum
Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury
19 min walk • The Somerset Rural Life Museum is situated in Glastonbury, Somerset, UK. It is a museum of the social and agricultural history of Somerset, housed in buildings surrounding a 14th-century barn once belonging to Glastonbury Abbey.
0.5 miW
Museum, Archaeological museum
The Tribunal, Glastonbury
13 min walk • The Tribunal in Glastonbury, Somerset, England, was built in the 15th century as a merchant's house. It has been designated as a Grade I listed building. The history of the building is not well documented, although the majority of the present stone house was constructed in the 15th century on the site of a 12th-century wooden building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Glastonbury Tor?

Nearby attractions include Chalice Well, Glastonbury (9 min walk), The Tribunal, Glastonbury (13 min walk), Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury (19 min walk), Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury (19 min walk).