Drinking from the Chalice Well in Glastonbury (Sacred Spring in England)

1. Can you drink Chalice Well water?
2. What is the story behind the Chalice Well and what does its red water symbolize?
3. Is Chalice Well National Trust?
4. Where is the white spring?
5. Is Chalice Well free?
6. Can you take dogs to Chalice Well?
7. What does the word Glastonbury mean?
8. Where in England is Glastonbury?
9. What is under Glastonbury Tor?
10. Is Glastonbury Abbey open?
11. Can dogs go in Glastonbury Abbey?
12. Are dogs allowed on Glastonbury Tor?

Can you drink Chalice Well water?

Visitors can still drink the water which is today believed to possess healing properties. ... The water flows through the garden and there is a small pool where you can paddle or bathe in the waters. Chalice Well is located just east of Glastonbury and is on the marked way from the town centre to Glastonbury Tor.

What is the story behind the Chalice Well and what does its red water symbolize?

Holy Grail

The red of the water is also said by some Christians to represent the rusty iron nails used at the Crucifixion. "It is said that beneath its waters Joseph of Arimathea hid the Chalice of the Last Supper and immediately the waters flowed red.

Is Chalice Well National Trust?

Visiting Chalice Well

The entrance the Chalice Well site is at the base of the Tor, just a few steps from the National Trust trail that leads up the side of the Tor to the medieval tower of St Michael.

Where is the white spring?

The beautifully sculpted gardens of the Chalice Well surround Glastonbury's most famous natural water source, the Red Spring, so called for the iron oxide it deposits in its basin. But just opposite this famous site, down a little lane at the foot of Glastonbury Tor, lies its counterpart: the White Spring.

Is Chalice Well free?

You can also collect some of this beautiful water to take home free of charge. Not much in the way of parking though. Always a pleasure to visit such a peaceful place! You cannot fault this amazing place of comtemplation.

Can you take dogs to Chalice Well?

The Chalice Well Gardens is nestled at the foot of the Glastonbury Tor. ... We invite you to enjoy the colorful displays of our beautiful landscaped Gardens. The Well is known as a place of sanctity, healing and peace and welcomes visitors of all paths. Assistance and guide dogs welcome.

What does the word Glastonbury mean?

(ˈɡlæstənbərɪ; -brɪ) n. (Placename) a town in SW England, in Somerset: remains of prehistoric lake villages; the reputed burial place of King Arthur; site of a ruined Benedictine abbey, probably the oldest in England; the Glastonbury Festival of music and other arts is held most summers in nearby Pilton.

Where in England is Glastonbury?

Glastonbury (/ˈɡlæstənb(ə)ri/) is a town and civil parish in Somerset, England, situated at a dry point on the low-lying Somerset Levels, 23 miles (37 km) south of Bristol. The town, which is in the Mendip district, had a population of 8,932 in the 2011 census.

What is under Glastonbury Tor?

In the morning, his staff had taken root and grown into a strange thorn bush, the sacred Glastonbury Thorn. Joseph is said to have buried the Holy Grail just below the Tor, where a spring, now known as Chalice Well, began to flow and the water was supposed to bring eternal youth to whoever would drink it.

Is Glastonbury Abbey open?

Glastonbury Abbey is within a Tier 2 area and will remain open for visitors and members. The opening days will remain Tuesday to Sunday and the opening times are 10am to 3pm with last entry at 2.15pm.

Can dogs go in Glastonbury Abbey?

A big plus point -Glastonbury Abbey is one of the most dog-friendly sites I have *ever* visited - dogs are allowed on leads throughout, even into the museum; there's a a regularly topped up dog bowl by the chapel, ample dog bins and even free poo-bags offered at reception.

Are dogs allowed on Glastonbury Tor?

Dogs welcome under close control at Glastonbury Tor, Burrow Mump and Collard Hill. Please be aware that stock may be grazing.