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Glastonbury Abbey
A short walk from the front door
Few abbeys in England carry as much legend as Glastonbury. It has long been claimed as the earliest Christian foundation in Britain, associated with Joseph of Arimathea, and in 1191 the monks announced that they had found the graves of King Arthur and Guinevere in the grounds. The abbey grew into one of the richest in the country before it was dissolved in 1539.
Today the ruins stand in 36 acres of parkland, with the Lady Chapel, the abbot's kitchen and the site of Arthur's tomb all marked out. It is a peaceful place for a wander and it is only a couple of minutes on foot from 8 Owls, so it is an easy first stop when you arrive.
Glastonbury Abbey website for opening times and current admission prices.