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Chalice Well

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One of the Most Revieweds in Somerset


Address

Chalice Well Trust, 85-89 Chilkwell St, Glastonbury BA6 8DD, United Kingdom

Website

www.chalicewell.org.uk

Contact

+44 1458 831154

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (2.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 4 pm

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  • 5/5 James W. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful. Words can not express the beautiful gardens and the spiritual feeling that comes from being here. From goosebumps on top of goosebumps, chills to warmth running through your body. The gardens are extremely well kept and everywhere is so clean and tidy. If you are in Glastonbury, do not hesitate to visit here. It's only a little walk outside of the town and one that is certainly worth it. Maybe a visit before or after the walk to the Tor. Also a great little shop as you are leaving which is also worth a stop to have a look around and buy gifts.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Caïna V. 7 months ago on Google • 626 reviews
    Absolutely lovely! Beautiful well kept gardens attached to a majestic Holy well. There are many holy wells across the south west and this is one of the very lovely ones. It costs £5 as an adult to get in if you’re not a local, and whilst I was against this, I realised they do landscaping and purity tests on the water, which you can drink and bottle for free. It tastes like iron. Please be respectful and mindful of others here, so please be calm and quiet 🙂
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mick S. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful little garden just off the main road. Garden has a natural spring at the top viewed from a well opening which runs down through the garden to the bottom. There are several water features /ponds.It’s set out as a healing and tranquility garden so loud talking,phonecalls etc are severely frowned upon.It was worth a look and a taste of the iron rich water from the lions head fountain, hopefully it’s a fountain of youth.If you need to go relax and sit for a while to align your chakras then this is the place.Across the road is the reservoir building which inside is dark with candles and has a pool full of naked singing ladies 😳 , I’m not sure if they are there full time.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krithiga B. 11 months ago on Google
    What an absolute Heaven for those that enjoy nature, meditation, and tranquillity!! It just feels you stepped into another world filled with peace and calm away from all the chaos and hustle of the world. Great place to unwind and get in touch with your higher self or unleash your creativity. I understand why writers, painters, and singers love to hang out here to find their muse. Just remember this place is not pet friendly.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob 2 years ago on Google
    Loved it here well worth a visit. Really enjoyed just sitting and soaking up the gardens, good vibes, very friendly people. We met and spoke to some amazing people here made some friends! We filled a bottle from the healing spring and dioped our feet into the healing pond. Nice shop as well had some jewelry and incense. Tickets allowed you to return same day. The walk to the Tor is right next doot as well.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nil R. 9 months ago on Google • 382 reviews
    I was recommended by a friend to visit it. It is a beautiful garden with a £5 entry fee that is worth the visit. There are little retreats around the garden for you to meditate, feel the energy and vibrations from this mistic place. Many people enter the little water pools and are there in meditation. The little pools water e freezing, not sure why. It a very quiet place and you will feel energised once you leave it. Take the map and follow the route by numbers. I loved it. Dogs not allowed due to many people looking for a peaceful moment and silence is required.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John S. 1 year ago on Google
    Is an open air self-contained garden with tranquil and peaceful surroundings. There are numerous cuddy hole style places were you can just sit, meditate or just relax. The Chalice well is towards the top end of the garden and runs right through the garden. With helpful and approachable staff. This tranquil and peaceful garden runs alongside the "white springs" Both the Challenge Well and White springs are natural springs within Glastembury
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kerry 1 year ago on Google
    Great day out first time here the grounds is lovely .Nice mini maze . It was summer solstice so quite busy .lucky we had free entry. There parking place 2 minutes away from it.though as small amount disabled parking. Drank from the fountain and dip my feet in the water. Really friendly plenty places to either talk or meditate. Nice mini shop plenty crystals tarot oracle cards other healing things and books. Met some new people there. Definitely will come again .bring a pack lunch enjoy the gardens . I pulled few cards and journed. Then chilled . 😌
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sailesh P. 2 years ago on Google
    Been here on two previous occasions, however, this time I was able to spend quite a bit of time at this beautiful place. Bonded with one of the trees there and was healed and filled with vitality by it. This actually enabled me to climb all the way up to the Tor...
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan B. 5 months ago on Google • 249 reviews
    A unique and peaceful garden setting looked after by people 'that care'. The red spring offers a beautiful stream running through the different magical garden sections that appear very ancient. There are lovely places for sitting, for meditation and contemplation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lee l. 4 months ago on Google • 176 reviews
    A wonderful place where you can find comfort in silence , surrounded by the lush landscape and amazing views. Thanks to the great care and loving hands of the people who maintain this haven.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beth O. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing gardens, the atmosphere is beautiful and walking between each section and admiring it for the nature and uniqueness was breathtaking. If you’re planning to go here, I’d recommend allocating a few hours to thoroughly enjoy it, maybe take food to sit and enjoy in the picnic field.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Henry C. 1 year ago on Google
    So peaceful and a place To go to remember and reflect on your life
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ankaret H. 8 months ago on Google • 218 reviews
    Inside very dark but lit by candles. The spring is flowing as it has for thousands of years. Very spiritual. Outside a beautiful water feature, and the spring that you can fill bottles from. Magical place! I have been coming here since the 1990s

  • 5/5 ana cristina g. 5 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    Beautiful and magical garden. Ideal to spend time there. I loved to walk through all the place and just sit and observe. Would love to go back soon
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Silvana A. 6 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    A wonderful oasis of peace and beauty, with a special, serene energy. Relaxing and enriching. A journey through time and space, with many exquisite discoveries and meditation spots. A place that takes you far from the mading crowd, to the very essence of being.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sindi 7 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Simply magical, you can easily connect with nature. On Halloween this place is much more special because you can light candles, sing, make wishes around the fire and you will see people with unusual clothes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Terri L. 1 year ago on Google
    Extremely peaceful and cathartic. Gorgeous flowers and water features. Truly remarkable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Iain W. 1 year ago on Google
    3/5 mainly due to the time of year we have visited. Spring or summer this could be a 4*. Nice and tranquil atmosphere im well maintained gardens with some nice water features. Would be nice to offer candle tea lights on entry as we had no idea this feature was there. Nice little gift shop too and prices not that bad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sara B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very peaceful place. Not sure I believe in all its claims of being spiritual. I did feel very calm and relaxed inside and when I came out. Loved being able to bath my feet in the designated pool and drink from the Lion's Head.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay W. 8 months ago on Google
    Such a calming peaceful place. Its a beautiful garden but more than that, it's a oasis of healing. A visit here removes you from the pace and drama of modern life and I would highly reccomend taking as much time here as you can spare. You'll probably never spend a more worthwhile fiver
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jennifer F. 8 months ago on Google • 70 reviews
    This is a reasonably priced open garden that's grown up around an ancient well. The actual main well area is designated as a quiet space with "turn your mobile to plane mode" signs, which seemed a bit extreme! There are lots of grassed areas and flowers with butterflies flitting around in the garden. It's very popular so not particularly tranquil! Overall, it was a great place to relax on a hot day and paddle in icy well water. There are plenty of benches to sit on, plus clean public toilets and an expensive gift shop. Please note there are quite a few steps from well area to well area. You can fill your own water containers from the spring water area there or a few yards away outside at the well house. Sadly, there is minimal car parking at the site, and it's a 20-30 minute uphill walk from the town centre to get there. Overall, I enjoyed visiting.

  • 5/5 Georgia Sian C. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a lovely refreshing time at the Chalice Well. A lovely place to relax, meditate and reflect. Many benches and places where you can reflect. Very quiet and peaceful. Lovely staff at the front booth and gift shop. Feel very soothed and refreshed.

  • 5/5 Victoria P. 1 year ago on Google
    It's been years since I was in Glastonbury and it has only got more beautiful over time - unlike me, sadly. But nonetheless, £21return (if you want to return same day) coach London to Glastonbury every day. Absolute bargain ❤️

  • 5/5 Bexsi 9 months ago on Google
    A must place to visit whilst in Glastonbury, a place to enjoy the gardens with mother Earth, meditate, unwind, relax, drink from the spring water and walk in the healing waters to rejuvenate thy body, peaceful and serene

  • 4/5 Carli S. 1 year ago on Google
    An oasis of calm away from the Crystals-R-Us and Kentucky Fried Tofu of Glastonbury Town. Oh wait! They have a crystal shop, too! Still, it's a beautiful garden with magickal blood, red waters, and a legend or two attached.

  • 5/5 Ian B. 1 year ago on Google
    A very peaceful garden where you can sit and reflect. It has toilets and a small gift shop but no where to purchase food or drink. There is a small meadow where you can take your own picnic

  • 5/5 The journalling P. 8 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    I have bought a second home to spend more time with in the wonderful community and the healing that comes from depending time at such a historic and unique site. I do find the parking to be very limiting as I am not very mobile but I haven’t got a badge. Also it would complete the experience for me if my dog was allowed in. Children are often louder and more disruptive than dogs. I love visiting tho and I always buy from the dedicated staff at the gift shop. Thank you for all you do to keep the challis running xxx

  • 5/5 Wayne Powell M. 1 year ago on Google
    Chalice Well is one of the most mystical magical places on planet earth. It’s sacred waterfall cave of white water pouring into the cave from an artesian. Well can transform your being and transcend the human experience!

  • 5/5 John M. 11 months ago on Google
    One word. MAGICAL!! From the beautiful flowers to the celtic symbols and the entrance to the underworld with protection symbols (vesica piscis). This is all at the centre of Avalon. You can also take or buy an empty bottle and fill it with the purest water around straight from the lions mouth. You can actually taste the magic in the water. So hard to explain but definitely a must to try. Can't recommend enough

  • 5/5 Laura D. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place what ever the weather. Peaceful and calming. The Wheel of the Year events are always a wonderful celebration and very inclusive.

  • 5/5 David L. 1 year ago on Google
    A beautiful, spiritual place steeped in history. The gardens themselves are a haven of tranquility. We visited three times during our short stay. Lovely gift shop with a variety of items to indulge the senses.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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