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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Glastonbury

6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Glastonbury, England

Updated May 24, 2024

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Glastonbury

Fascinating town where normal life interfaces with the occult.
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Glastonbury, England

'King Arthur's Tomb'

In the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey lies the alleged resting place of the legendary king.
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Glastonbury, England

The White Spring

A dark Victorian well house now plays host to mystical waters and pagan shrines.
Glastonbury Tor

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Glastonbury Tor

This hill and tower are steeped in legend, from King Arthur to the Holy Grail.
The tomb of Dion Fortune.

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Tomb of Dion Fortune

The final resting place of one of the most influential modern occultists.
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Chalice Well (The Red Spring)

An ancient well nestled at the foot of Glastonbury Tor, shrouded in Arthurian legend and revered for its purported healing waters.
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Wells Cathedral Clock

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