Walks in Somerset: Exploring Glastonbury Tor
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- Опубликовано: 8 май 2018
- Glastonbury Tor is a hill near Glastonbury in the English county of Somerset, topped by the roofless St Michael's Tower, a Grade I listed building. The whole site is managed by the National Trust, and has been designated a scheduled monument.
Julia and I picked a windy morning to take a climb to the top.
Very many thanks to all our sponsors of this trip to Glastonbury, especially the following:
Nigel Sadler
Felicity Jones
David Tirsch
David White
Paul Hein
Cynthia Walder
Kevin Hall
Mark Sellwood
Mark Webb
Neil Hague
Margaret Walters
Pam Earnshaw
Graham Mc Mullen
Andy Ashfield
Jane Ainsley
Ann Osbourne
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Hello Richard and the lovely Julia,
I visited Glastonbury Tor on several occasions over the years.
It is a fascinating place that is very sacred.
And the history of the Tor goes way back into the mists of time.
What suprises me is the Tor you visited has been tampered with and greatly changed, presumably by local council intervention especially along the side of the route that you took to get to the top.
I remember there was a car park right under the Tor at s place close to the water mill garden, where one can drink the water that flows down from the Marlborough Hills and contains a source of Iron. Next to the garden was a bookshop. Where one could purchase all sorts of historical and mythological books etc and other paraphernalia that served to help educate people as to the sacred beauty of The Tor. It is not really the views, amazing as they are , but the sacredness of the Tor, and the landscape itself, which surrounds the Tor that is is the true revelation, especially to the initiated ones, this fact is clearly apparent. But to the majority of those who visit this site, the recognition and understanding of the hidden language of the Tor, and the landscape, is lost on those, who over the years, have polluted this sacred site through there lack of spiritual knowledge and respect for the sacredness of the land around them.
Genuine pilgrims to this ste will understand the hidden meanings found in the landscape. But sadly, if changes are constantly being made here, either through ignorant interventions of the site, or from erosion, caused by the many visitors to the area, and those who have set up camps over the years, and can be found to be a constant blight through their misguided ignorance, are ultimately doing more harm than good by their presence. Unfortunate though everyone who visits, has the right to discover the hidden truth surrounding the sacredness of this beautiful place, and come away from it, having their eyes opened, or theiir perceptions changed. But the for the majority of visitors they will not discover this revelation and will lack reverence, in the same way that places like this are also affected.
Nevertheless, the views can also be pleasant and euphoric. Whether there will ever be a day when Arthur, or Merlin, will rise again Cannot be said with any authority, but who knows... Perhaps it will be for such a time as this!!!
The energy of the Tor isn't the tower as grand as it is. The place to be to take in the true wonder of it all, is about 30 ft down the hill facing over the Seven towards the welsh mountains. To me it was life changing experience, I ask that people that visit this most amazing place, take time to relax and blend with the unique energy "like no other".
Loved that view. I had a beautiful clear day
I swear I dreamed of climbing up Glastonbury Tor when I was a child, when I did it as an adult, it brought back the memory.
England is so beautiful, I want to visit there someday! Greetings from Portugal
Glastonbury Tor is spectacular, and it is an epic hike to get up there. I cycled to it from Bristol and carried my bike up while wearing my cleated cycling shoes. I was not easy but worth it.
Thank you so much for the wonderful video. I enjoyed being with you both on the trip. I was at the Tor on 1998, and I still remember how loving and peaceful it felt. You two reminded me of it. So glad I found your site.
You are very kind - so pleased you enjoyed the video.
My brother lives in Glastonbury and whenever I visit, I will always walk up the Tor. You can see Wales from the top ... In fact, there is an information board which explains, in some detail, the view.
Gog & Magog - it's an excellent Wetherspoons pub in Plymouth ...
Nice video, makes we want to travel. I've been to Glastonbury many yesrs ago, but had no time to go up, hope I can do it sometime after covid. Great Britain is wonderful.
Loved that you share the whole climb with us.. i felt it. Thanks for sharing and this great video
In my 62 years,always living only a few miles from Glastonbury,I think I may have been up the Tor,twice.
The Tor is also a labyrinth, but looks like not too many people walk it that way.
Cool beans. Thanks for watching.
To be near the Tor at night in summer, must be a special event for sure. The sky to yourself 360 degrees around, hopefully, starry and with a fool moon as well to top it off.
Great video. Have only been up there 3 times. Due for another visit soon. It’s a special place and like standing on top of the world and looking over the edge.
We certainly enjoyed it.
Well that certainly blew the cobwebs away! Very invigorating, with wonderful views and cuddly lambs to boot. Many thanks.
Cheers Nigel
I remember back in June 1993 after two years of hitch hiking around the country (exploring) I ended up in Glastonbury one day... my first night in Glastonbury was spent under an old grey wool army blanket on one of the stone benches inside of st michaels tower atop the tor....second night was spent somewhat illegally in the abbots kitchen in the abbey ruins garden...third night and for the next twelve years was spent on an animal sanctuary not far from Glastonbury... and all because I wanted to go to Glastonbury festival but never had the money to get in...so I ended up getting in free for 12 years.. 😎🤘😁👍
Wow! What a hike!!! Just made me out of breathe watching the 2 of you. I loved when Julia looked at you & said that your hair was blowing about! 😂😂😂 You 2 have the best sense of humor! Beautiful tower.
Thanks so much for watching our tour of Glastonbury - we did have fun!
@@RichardVobes Here's to a couple who know the benefits of keeping their feet on the ground and choosing to enjoy the better things in life...
The reason I ask is because we spent a happy week in 2011 at a charming B&B (now closed) off Wearyall Road and from there a footpath led directly onto the hill. Apart from giving extensive views of part of the town of Glastonbury and the famous Tor, it gave access to the remains of the 'holy' hawthorn tree, bedecked by many ribbons and suchlike. There was little of this tree left other than a circular guard rail and since then, I understand that even this was removed by the landowner in 2019.
I really enjoyed that, thanks so much for sharing
That was a beautifully filmed ascent Mr V. Earlier this month I visited the tor for the first time and found it a surprisingly tough climb (especially given the odd angle we approached it from, so we weren't on a proper path for much of the way) but nonetheless a magical and inspiring spot.
Fantastic view! Well worth the climb
I've not long been there either. Love Glastonbury.
Gratitude and Blessings.
we live about 20 minutes away, was up there last week with our 3 kids, do you know about the egg?? mystery shrouds this sacred place, nice video, new subscriber!
Been up there many times, but sadly no longer...stunning views, worth the lung-busting trek!!!!
It is a lovely ascent for sure and great exercise. :)
Great video, as they always are. Those lambs are almost as adorable as Julia!
Mark Webb So true!
Aww, shucks! Thanks!
I walked up there in the late 60s. Only a few miles from where I live. The Tower is called St. Michaels Tower.
I was at the top when the RAF were about to go to the Gulf. To look down on low flying Tornados was awesome.
Splendid view.
Cheers me dears!
Very cool tower.
I lived in that place in the year 2005, I love glatonbury!
So pleased you liked Glastonbury!
Excellent!
Thanks so much
Great work guys. Look how amasing Julia's hair is in the wind with all the colours.
Peter May I had hair like that once upon a time! :)
Thank you!
Thanks so much for the video :)
My pleasure!
great video
Yep....we did this about three months ago....as I stated before....I HATE heights.... it's all part of the Shamenic experience!! We also toured Cerne Abbas and a little-known gem.... Admiral Hood's monument which is situated on Windmill Hill.... look it up. About ten miles from Glastonbury Tor. Be careful though....it can get pretty muddy and hard to climb!! Well worth a Gander!! 💜
Well done you - it is lovely up there.
Wow! Great! 👍😀😍 😍😍
Wow, what a view. Well worth the climb Richard & Julia, Thank you. BTW was that a Druid at the gate?
I think it was a drunk, actually
I went there a few weeks ago! I live in Weston super mare so it's only 30 minutes from me!
Did you enjoy it?
Never been up the Tor when there was no wind and I've been up there hundreds of times....abode of Gyn ap Nudd.
Fantastic video - looks great from up the top! Looks like a real slog to get up there though!
My old scout master would have moaned about the steps and called them a ‘grannification’!!
MrGreatplum Grannification! Love it. I think they are really there to prevent wear and tare on the slope rather than make it easier.
Richard Vobes - oh they are, I’m sure - that was another of his gripes - the ‘LDPWA’ or the Lake District Path widening Association! 😆
I went there 2 weeks ago and yes it is a hard slog to get up that hill! I didn't have a spiritual experience but I was completely out of breath in need of a sit down.
High up or what? I thought I caught a glimpse of Sherpa Ten Sing!
There is a ruined Abbey in Glastonbury , if you walk down one of the side walls which is grassy, you get a very odd experience that you are floating as you walk., the grass is firm , very weird experience
Did u miss the fountain at the base? Blessed water. I'm certain there's a street from the city side that goes straight in minus the lambs and extra hike.
Cheers. I'm an American bloke that first visited the Tor with a group and my history professor in uni way back in 1999. Since then, I've been to the festival half a dozen times as a volunteer/etc and stayed in the Tor Down b&b many a time. I miss Somerset so much.
Hi! Great video, where is the best place to park?
I think it depends from which direction you approach it.
oh my god its so beautifuuuuuuuuL!!!!!!!! i want to screaaaaaaammmm haha
Scream away!
Did you ever visit Wearyall Hill ?
Can you see them, Clarice...?
There used to be a bus that took you there from the car park
There still is... It only runs in Summer... From the Town Hall...
Up high or what? I thought I caught a glimpse of Sherpa Ten Sing!
You have good eye sight! :)
In medieval times people would often build wooden staircases on the outside, maybe it was the case with this one!
Yes, maybe they did it with this one.
WOW INDEED!!
If I will tour there With parents ... How much dollar I Shall must spend ???
Please reply ❤️
As much or as little as you like.
They say walking downhill is more difficult than going up. Did you find that?
Not really - but I am used to hills - different muscle groups I guess.
Yes I did! That's because I didn't want to leave but for the chill of the wind!
Aside from that though, going down the steeper side would indeed be mentally harder than going up the same side I would think.
@@RichardVobes Keep those pins toned,Rich.Climbing hills will do that..
The camera missed the entrance to the lift. I hope you found it later. The views from the top of the tower were spectacular. 3 Sep 2023. See you have been banned by YT. I have 5 more years to discover why. ONWARD!
I slept in the tor .windyest camp out ever
Ha! I am not surprised. It was blowing a gale when we were there! What fun!
History of Gog and Magog:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oaks_of_Albion
See today's video! :)
I've lived in Glastonbury a long time... The Tor is a distraction to keep tourists away from the interesting things...
Just think of the poor people that had to carry the stones up there.
Yes, what an effort!
The tower is what remains of a church.
The tower was built before the hill came about, so the carrying of stone wasn't so much a task.
The Giant Mole ??? lol
Must be careful not to bang into each other
Just messing Richard …I love what you and Julia do I I live in Glastonbury it was fun seeing you there
Just waiting till Merlin appears infront of someone xD
Massive difference in Julia now and then. She is More attractive then to be honest .
Lovely
❤🤍
Music
Explain?
@@RichardVobes The Glastonbury Music Festival has just started at Glastonbury. 5 days
Thanks for that - the one word you said before, 'music', didn't really mean anything on its own, so i am thankful you explained yourself more fully.
@@RichardVobes ok. Morning. At Stonehenge( nearby) people celebrate The Summer Solstice.4.30am
@@RichardVobes I wouldn't say "fully". I'm still somewhat confused as to why the sharing of such information was initially thought to be adequate enough using only one word.
That my international friends is basic British banter. Gets better with alcohol. Don't try it Americans, you don't have it in you.
They are Tibetan prayer flags. No offense, but the ancients would not be pleased with this. I'm just saying that as this was an ancient Christian church and before that a pagan place. It's not Buddhist holy ground. But like I said, no offense to Buddhists.
I don't know what you mean. Please explain. Thank you.