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Glastonbury Tor
The view from the top
The Tor is the hill that rises above the town, topped by the roofless St Michael's Tower. It can be seen for over twenty miles across the Somerset Levels, and on misty mornings it looks like an island. The hill has been a place of religious significance for well over a thousand years and is bound up with stories of King Arthur and the Isle of Avalon.
The climb is steep in places but short, and the reward is a full 360° view over the countryside. The Tor is cared for by the National Trust and is free to visit at any time. Sunrise and sunset are the popular times to go; you can see the Tor from our roof terrace, so you can judge the weather before you set out.
National Trust website for opening times and current admission prices.