A Tour of Glastonbury, Guided by the Trees.
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.
Options
A Tour of Glastonbury, Guided by the Trees.
What's included in A Tour of Glastonbury, Guided by the Trees.
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
GlastonburyPass-by Only
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 & TemplePass-by Only
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 TorPass-by Only
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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.
End Points
- Alternatively we can end at one of Glastonbury's wells. All end point are within easy walking distance of the town centre.
- If you would like to climb the Tor, we can end the experience at the foot of the hill.
- The tour can take you back to the town centre or I can guide you towards local sites of interest such as the Tor or Chalice Well (Red Spring), and we can end the tour there. The tour can be adjusted to suit your requirements.
