Play the field classical concerts
Classical music concerts August 2009

The Local Area

There are many treasures waiting to be discovered locally. Details of some of the most popular are given below but for more information please visit the following websites:

www.visitsomerset.co.uk

www.visitbritain.co.uk

www.glastonburytic.co.uk


Glastonbury Abbey

Glastonbury Abbey

Glastonbury Abbey, founded in the seventh century, was a rich and powerful monastery. It became associated with the legends King Arthur in the 10th century, and later with the Holy Grail. The ruins and associated buildings are open today as a visitor attraction.


www.glastonburyabbey.com


Glastonbury Tor

Glastonbury Tor

One of Somerset’s most renowned landmarks, Glastonbury Tor is a hill located in the middle of a plain called the Summerland Meadows, part of the Somerset Levels, which features the roofless St. Michael's Tower. The site is managed by the National Trust and the summit offers fantastic 360 degree views.


www.glastonburytor.co.uk


Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge is a magnificent limestone gorge carved into the southern slopes of the Mendip hills above the village of Cheddar. It is the largest gorge in the UK. Cheddar Caves, inhabited by our ancestors up to 40,000 years ago are world famous for their spectacular stalactite and stalagmite decorations, whose beautiful colours are mirrored in pools of water.

www.cheddarcaves.co.uk


Wells Cathedral & Wells

Wells Cathedral

Wells in Somerset is an unspoilt market town of outstanding beauty, located in rolling countryside, at the foot of the Mendip Hills. Steeped in history, it is England's smallest city, and one of the most beautiful. Wells Cathedral is the first English-built and designed example in the Gothic style, dating back to 1180.

www.wellstourism.com


Longleat

Longleat

Longleat's unique mix of great attractions provides the perfect family day out; from the thrills of the safari park to the fascinating history of Longleat House there’s something for visitors of all ages to enjoy. More than a dozen other attractions include the famous Longleat hedge maze, pets corner, adventure castle and Blue Peter maze, the Longleat railway, safari boats and much more.

www.longleat.co.uk