Glastonbury Abbey
Overview
Glastonbury Abbey is a registered charity, tourism destination and scheduled monument in the heart of the town of Glastonbury, Somerset. It is open 364 days per year and features the ruins of the medieval abbey, an intact medieval kitchen, 36 acres of grounds, seasonal activities and special events. The abbey hosts a Medieval Fayre in April each year and live music events the Extravaganza and Night at the Abbey in August.
Contact details
Magdalene Street supply your card number with your Glastonbury Festival Access Provision Application. Somerset South West BA6 9EL United Kingdom
https://www.glastonburyabbey.com/information/accessibility.php
Access Card notes
If you require a carer or personal assistant to visit the abbey we offer a carer / PA ticket free of charge. This offer is made to make the abbey available and accessible to those who would not otherwise be able to visit. To attend an event with a carer or PA the details for the application process will be posted to the event page on our website.
Access guidance
- The abbey is a predominantly outdoor site and exposed to the vagaries of the British weather. There may be some queuing at the entrance but this is generally minimal. Throughout 2024 there is a temporary entrance in use which has a slope some users may find challenging but not impassable.
- The site is generally level and contains paths throughout. Access to the museum is via a low gradient slope. AN accessible toilet is provided. There are some slopes throughout the site which may be challenging to wheelchair users but these can be avoided.
- The site is 36 acres and predominantly outdoors. Be aware of the weather conditions for the day as shelter is minimal. The experience of the site begins as soon as you enter and the ruins are not far from either the main entrance or the temporary entrance.
- Toilet facilities are available but are some distance from the 2024 temporary entrance. There are public toilets just outside the walls of the abbey. For special events temporary toilets are brought in and several accessible toilets are located throughout the grounds.
- Dogs are welcome at Glastonbury Abbey and there are bins, water bowls and treats (if permitted by the owner)
- Essential carers or personal assistants receive free entry. For special events details are provided on the event listing.
- Booking accessible entry If you are a Member with access needs or if you have purchased advance entry tickets online, you can book level access to the abbey and grounds via the gate on Silver Street. The Silver Street gate is located approximately 300 metres from the temporary entrance. It is accessed via the High Street, through Hanover Square opposite St. John's church. Booking an Access Appointment To place an access booking, please phone 01458 522061 or email ticket.office@glastonburyabbey.com. Please state your specific access needs when booking. Bookings must be made 24 hours in advance of your visit. Please give a specific time for your arrival (within the abbey's opening hours of 10am-3:15pm). You will need to have a valid admission ticket or Membership for the date requested. When you arrive, a member of our ticket office team will meet you at the gate and welcome you to the abbey.