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Step into Glastonbury’s haunted past on a 45-minute self-guided walking tour through one of Britain’s most mystical towns.
Beginning at St. Dunstan’s car park, you’ll glimpse the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, said to echo with ghostly monks.
Explore the sacred landscape of the Tor, linked to Celtic Otherworld legends, and walk Dod Lane, once called Dead Man’s Lane.
Highlights include:
• The haunted George and Pilgrims Hotel
• The Holy Thorn tree blooming each Christmas, and chilling tales of executions, tragic suicides, and restless spirits.
• Ancient chapels to eerie crossroads and even a nightclub with flying objects
This spine-tingling journey blends history, folklore, and the supernatural—leaving you with a new perspective on Glastonbury’s otherworldly reputation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins in St. Dunstan's car park right by Glastonbury Abbey. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends at St Margaret's Chapel, Magdalene St, Glastonbury BA6 9EJ, United Kingdom.
Itinerary
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Glastonbury Abbey (Pass by)
As you walk catch a glimpse of the majestic ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, once the richest monastery in Saxon England, second only to Westminster by the end of the Middle Ages.
Admission ticket free -
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Dedicated to a saint named Benignus, pass by as you learn how tis church came to be, even after a grave mistake by the monks. Admission fee is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Catch a glimpse of this ancient structure as you walk by, a reminder of Glastonbury’s centuries as a thriving market town.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by this impressive, yet potentially haunted, building dating back to around 1475, and hear chilling stories of unexplained music and weird noises. Entry fee is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Standing on a Saxon site, pass by this historic 1100s church and find out why some still hear the screams of a church warden, John Bulleid. Admission is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Stroll along this quiet, unassuming street that, at first glance, may seem little more than a residential cut-through. But beneath its surface lies one of the oldest and most intriguing threads in the spiritual fabric of the town.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by and learn about secret tunnels from the Tor to the abbey, underground caves, dragons, and fairy courts. Some who ventured inside claim they were chased out by a presence. Entry is not included in this tour
Admission ticket free -
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Built in the 1340s and among the West Country’s finest, walk by this historic building, used for centuries, it became a museum in the 1970s, showcasing Somerset’s rural heritage. Admission is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A secret birth, a baby taken, an exorcism and a spirit that remains — Pass by and learn why most visitors speak of an overwhelming sadness upon entering, according to local lore. Entry is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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