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Glastonbury Exploration: Discover the Magic of Avalon Through a Tree-Guided Tour
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77 Ratings
Somerset
Embark on a magical tree-guided tour of Glastonbury, led by local musician Matt. Explore the stunning countryside, encounter ancient trees, and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Avalon.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Glastonbury - We’ll walk around the lanes and fields of Glastonbury, meeting the most prominent trees and taking in some spectacular views. There will be time to talk, to observe, and time to relax and enjoy the natural surrounds. The tour is accompanied by poetry recitals and a short performance of gentle folk music inspired by the land and the trees.
We can locate some of the major attractions on route to help you get your bearings in the town.
- White Spring Well & Temple - A short visit to the springs at the foot of Well house lane - We’ll stop here to take a drink of the healing waters, and to visit the White Spring, if it’s open. We’ll also locate the entrance to the Chalice well gardens, a recommended visitor attraction.
- Glastonbury Tor - A Tor climb can be included in the Tour - it is a great way to finish the walk and get the full Glastonbury experience. Matt will give you a guided tour of Avalon’s horizon in each direction, while we peer down upon the routes we have just traversed.
- Chalice Well - We’ll locate the entrance to the Chalice Well Gardens, we wont enter the gardens as this is something that visitors might want to explore in their own time.
What's Included
- Tree talks - Introductions to the prominent trees of Glastonbury
- Music - Performance of gentle folk music inspired by nature
- Professional Guide
- Tor Climb - A walk up Glastonbury Tor to finish the tour
- Holy Thorn - An introduction to Glastonbury’s unique Holy Thorn
- Poetry - Recitals of Seasonal poetry inspired by nature
Additional Information
Your local guide, Matt, will lead a gentle meandering walk around Glastonbury’s beautiful countryside, taking in spectacular views and enjoying places of outstanding natural beauty.
Your guide, Matt, a resident of Glastonbury for over 12 years, possesses keen knowledge of local trees, walking routes, and landscapes. He will talk at length about the trees while providing personal insights into the town and its surrounding countryside.
You will learn about local tourist attractions and activities, discover idyllic spots off the beaten track, and Matt will take you to meet some of the oldest and largest trees in the area.
The walk is accompanied by readings of seasonal nature poetry and a short acoustic performance of gentle folk music. A Tor climb can be included - a great way to finish the walk by peering down upon the routes we have just traversed.
This is an exciting opportunity to discover Avalon via the trees, guided by a local Glastonbury resident.
Location
St John the Baptist's Church
High Street
Walks start at 11am (this can be flexible to some extent), there is also an option to start at 2pm if you are not arriving until later in the day. We meet in a prominent spot, outside the St John's church on the High Street. You can't miss it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Maryjane
Jul 24, 2024
Poetry of the trees - Matt knows trees. He knows their souls. He sings to them softly and sweetly. The trees we saw are exquisite and ancient. I learned how to recognize the beech and appreciate the birch. He recommended I check out the yews in the Abbey.
Thank you, Matt!
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Catskillfamily
Jul 12, 2024
Connecting to the spirit of the land. - This was a lovely tour I took with my daughter. We got to Glastonbury after a hectic morning and Matt's tour was just what I needed to feel the calm and beauty of the place and settle in. A favorite part was sitting beneath Grandmother Lime and enjoying the poetry and song. Still thinking about that peaceful place. Thank you, Matt, for being patient on the hike up the Tor! The view was magnificent and Rhianna told me later it was one of her favorite parts of our trip. I would 100% recommend this and do it again! Thank you!
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Dan_c
Jun 25, 2024
The man knows his stuff - Matt proved to be exceptionally knowledgeable about trees in general, the specific trees on the tour, legends and folklore about the trees, the history of the Glastonbury area, etc. *And* you get music and poetry thrown in. It was the perfect capstone to my trip.
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M4180ywsallys
Jun 21, 2024
Tantalizing TOuR of the Trees! - Matt provides a unique experience of Glastonbury through the personal introduction to some of the beautiful Standing Ones that have stood guard over this magical land for decades & centuries. He weaves in fact, folklore, poetry & song & his love for the trees felt & palpably evident. The focus away from the Tor & the Chalice Wells is refreshing, too, as it serves as a reminder that there is so much more to Glastonbury than just these two beautiful places (as wonderful as they are!). This is a one-of-a-kind tour that any tree-lover would not want to miss! I only wish I had left enough time in my itinerary to return to the trees- especially Mother Linden- that he graciously introduced me to.
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Barbarasl7004lm
May 24, 2024
Guided by the trees - Simply lovely afternoon, informative, and relaxing, walking in the stunning countryside. Looking at trees completely differently now!
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Lisaml2023
May 8, 2024
Highly recommend! - I really enjoyed this tour! I learned so much about trees, history and the diverse spirituality of Glastonbury. Also great poetry and song!! Highly recommend
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Lisa_l
May 8, 2024
Highly recommend - I learned a lot about trees and enjoyed poetry and song! Such a great way to learn about some of the history and spirituality of Glastonbury. Highly recommend!
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Markfg5256zz
Apr 26, 2024
Mother Earth Grounding Experience - It was a pleasure walking and talking with Matt amongst the trees and fields surrounding Glastonbury. Matt gave us a wonderful insight with his local knowledge and showed us trees which quite frankly a Wow! factor. Matt has a very calming soul and shares his poetry & song with a real passion. A very memorable walk and we highly recommend Matt. Thank you 🙏
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Melanie
Apr 25, 2024
Loved it! - Matt is generous and very knowledgeable and patiently answered my many questions. A perfect way to take in lovely Glastonbury!
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Interestedtravelfan
Mar 17, 2024
Magical Tour - We weren't really sure what to expect. Matt was amazing. So knowledgeable about trees and nature. The tour runs very smoothly and is so enjoyable. Perfect combination of a walk in nature with lots of fascinating facts at the same time. The poetry and the song in front of a magnificent tree were also highlights of a wonderful experience. Don't hesitate to book this if visiting Glastonbury. Thanks Matt. Richard and Tracey
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