The Avalon Marshes a unique wetland landscape which is easily accessible by foot, bike and by car. Wildlife highlights include kingfishers, bitterns and egrets all can be found at Ham Wall, Shapwick Heath and Westhay Moor which is fully accessible throughout the year. Not forgetting the winter starling murmurations that will have you looking at the sky in amazement. The Avalon Marshes is a landscape of rich resources, not of coal and iron but of food, peat and water. These give the marshes their special character and have left a wonderful legacy of history and archaeology. The Avalon Marshes Centre is only 5 miles from Glastonbury and is very much worth a visit. (
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The Glastonbury Abbey is connected with legend to a degree that is in parallel by any abbey in England. Since Medieval times it has held legendary status as the earliest Christian foundation of Britain linked of Joseph of Arimathea and the burial place of King Arthur. The internationally renowned site attracts visitors for it historic ruins, heritage myths and legends as well for spiritual enrichment. Wander through the beautiful grounds - there's something for everyone from 36 acres of parkland to the chance to take a trip on the wild side along the Badger Boardwalk or marvel at the one of the Holy Thorns of the town.