Glastonbury is an attractive Somerset town famous for its ancient and medieval history and for hosting one of the biggest music festivals in the world. But Glastonbury offers so much more to its residents, with its stunning countryside, bustling town centre and thriving local community.
Glastonbury is a place you can be proud to call home. If you’re thinking of making the move to Somerset, have a look at our new homes in Glastonbury across our new build developments in the local area.
An ancient historical site offering culture and tradition and strong links to the past
Pairs history and modern town living, featuring excellent amenities, a buzzing centre and a busy calendar of events
All three of Glastonbury’s primary schools are rated as “Outstanding” by Ofsted, whilst St Dunstan's School and Crispin School Academy secondary are rated as “Good”
Great transport links to the surrounding region, including Bristol and Bath
Glorious Somerset countryside, including Glastonbury Tor, Stonehenge, and the Somerset coast
WHY GLASTONBURY IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE
Glastonbury is synonymous with ancient history and myth. It’s home to a host of historical sites, including the spectacular Glastonbury Tor - it’s the alleged resting place of King Arthur, and has been a site of pilgrimage for thousands of years. A home in Glastonbury puts you in the heart of that history and culture, with attractions like Glastonbury Abbey and Chalice Well. Stonehenge is also close by.
Although Glastonbury is steeped in history, it isn’t a town stuck in the past. Glastonbury offers all the amenities you’d look for in a modern town, with a vibrant Market Place centre full of characterful shops, cafes, restaurants, and bars and pubs. There’s a weekly Glastonbury Country Market plus a large farmers’ market held once a month.
Whilst most famous for its yearly Glastonbury Festival (held in the countryside outside of the town), Glastonbury offers cultural attractions year-round. These include Glastonbury Carnival, Tor Fair, Samhain and Beltane celebrations, and the unique Glastonbury Faery Ball and Fairy Fayre. It’s a town where something’s always happening.
Glastonbury is a wonderful location for families with children, with plenty of activities and attractions for kids. When it comes to schools, all three of Glastonbury’s primary schools are rated as “Outstanding” by Ofsted, whilst Dovecote School is also rated as “Outstanding” and offers education and therapy for special students aged five to 18. St Dunstan's School is a secondary rated “Good” by Ofsted, whilst nearby Crispin School Academy is also rated “Good”.
Of course, a home in the heart of the Somerset countryside offers fantastic access to nature. Glastonbury itself is full of green spaces, whilst Mendip Hills, Quantock Hills, and Cranborne Chase Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are short journeys away, as is the impressive Somerset coast.
MAKING YOUR HOME IN GLASTONBURY
A new home in Glastonbury not only offers you all the benefits of living in a lively town in gorgeous Somerset countryside, but it also offers you excellent transport links. Glastonbury is less than a 30 mile drive from both Bristol and Bath, with bus options too, putting everything these two famous cities have to offer in easy reach, and making Glastonbury a great base from which to commute from.
National rail links are offered at Castle Cary railway station, giving access to Bristol and Reading, with connections to London Paddington and the rest of the UK. Both Bristol Airport and Exeter Airport are short journeys away and offer domestic and international flights.
Glastonbury is a desirable place to live, and if you’re thinking of moving there, see our selection of new homes in Glastonbury at our Wain Homes new build developments.
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