Princess Esther visits Glastonbury for Peace Garden Dedication

Glastonbury was delighted to welcome Her Imperial Highness Princess Esther Selassie Antohin of Ethiopia for a special visit centred on peace, community and the town's rich heritage.

New Operator for Tor Leisure

Somerset Council has confirmed the appointment of a new operator to manage five leisure facilities across East Somerset, including Glastonbury's Tor Leisure, ensuring continuity of services for residents, schools and community groups.

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Market Cross Works

Glastonbury’s historic Market Cross is currently surrounded by scaffolding as vital safety works are carried out to protect both the structure and the public.

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The Town Council joins CCIN

Glastonbury Town Council has taken an exciting and forward-looking step by applying to join the Co-operative Councils Innovation Network (CCIN), marking a renewed commitment to collaboration, innovation, and meaningful community engagement.

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Princess Esther Visits Glastonbury for Peace Garden Dedication

10 June, 2026

Glastonbury was delighted to welcome Her Imperial Highness Princess Esther Selassie Antohin of Ethiopia for a special visit centred on peace, community and the town's rich heritage.

New Leisure Operator Appointed for Tor Leisure

9 June, 2026

Beltane Newsletter

26 May, 2026

The latest Glastonbury Town Newsletter includes a review of the Beltane celebrations, a welcome to our new Mayor, Cllr Zoe Price, and a message from the outgoing Mayor. It also features important updates from local initiatives, a public consultation on renovations at Abbey Park, and details of our In Bloom bid for 2026. Further highlights include information about the new Youth Council, allotment availability, and a dedicated signposting page.

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From lush open spaces and thriving allotments, community grants and bustling Christmas Markets, to award-winning floral displays, and protecting our landscape; Glastonbury Town Council is dedicated to providing and supporting services that enrich our town for its residents, businesses, and visitors.

St. Dunstan’s House Community Health & Wellbeing Centre

Glastonbury’s warm and welcoming community health & wellbeing centre

Frost Fayre

The Glastonbury Frost Fayre is an extravaganza of seasonal magnificence when our community comes together to celebrate ‘Peace and Goodwill to All’

Glastonbury Charter Market

Weekly market held in the centre of Glastonbury with stalls selling fish, fruit, veg, bread, herbs and much more.

Glastonbury in Bloom

Witness the town come alive as we celebrate the spirit of Glastonbury in full bloom

Grants

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Glastonbury Town Deal

The Glastonbury Town Deal has secured £23.6 million investment for the town from the Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government, representing a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver the objectives outlined in the Town Investment Plan