Neighbourhood Plan - Have your say

The Glastonbury Neighbourhood Plan sets out a community-led vision for how the town should grow and develop between now and 2040. The consultation period runs from Monday 22 June to Sunday 5 August 2026. Read the policies and have your say.

Planning Excellence Award for St Dunstan's House

Glastonbury Town Council is delighted to celebrate the recognition of the Glastonbury Abbey Yard and St Dunstan's House Community Health & Wellbeing Centre project, which has won the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) South West Award for Planning Excellence in the Best Project and Best in Region categories.

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A new chapter in the care of Glastonbury Cemetery

Glastonbury Town Council is pleased to announce a renewed programme of specialist maintenance and management for Glastonbury Cemetery, following a review by the Staffing Committee.

Princess Esther visits Glastonbury for Peace Garden Dedication

Glastonbury was delighted to welcome Her Imperial Highness Princess Esther Selassie Antohin of Ethiopia for a special visit centred on peace, community and the town's rich heritage.

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Our Council

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the neighbourhood plan

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Planning Excellence Award for St Dunstan’s House and Glastonbury Abbey Yard

2 July, 2026

Glastonbury Co-operative Fair Celebrates ‘This Beautiful Idea’

24 June, 2026

Community groups, organisations, businesses and residents gathered at Glastonbury Town Hall on Monday evening for the town’s first Co-operative Fair, held as part of Co-operatives Fortnight, promoted by Co-operatives UK. This year's theme was 'co-operate and we can change the world'. And the event was launched by a specially commissioned poem by Tony Walsh - 'This Beautiful Idea' - a tribute to the Rochdale Pioneers.

A New Chapter in the Care of Glastonbury Cemetery

15 June, 2026

Glastonbury Town Council is pleased to announce a renewed programme of specialist maintenance and management for Glastonbury Cemetery, following a review by the Staffing Committee. The Council has received comments, concerns, complaints, and even compliments regarding the length of the grass in some areas of the cemetery, and we would like to update residents on the steps being taken to improve standards across the site.

Weddings & Events

Transform your special moments into unforgettable memories at our iconic venues. Explore options for weddings, events, and venue hire tailored to your vision.

The services we offer

From lush open spaces and thriving allotments, community grants and bustling Christmas Markets, to award-winning floral displays, and protecting our landscape; Glastonbury Town Council is dedicated to providing and supporting services that enrich our town for its residents, businesses, and visitors.

St. Dunstan’s House Community Health & Wellbeing Centre

Glastonbury’s warm and welcoming community health & wellbeing centre

Frost Fayre

The Glastonbury Frost Fayre is an extravaganza of seasonal magnificence when our community comes together to celebrate ‘Peace and Goodwill to All’

Glastonbury Cemetery

The Cemetery is a beautiful and peaceful resting place, set on St Edmunds Hill alongside the Wells Road, within five minutes walk from the town centre.

Glastonbury Charter Market

Weekly market held in the centre of Glastonbury with stalls selling fish, fruit, veg, bread, herbs and much more.

Glastonbury in Bloom

Witness the town come alive as we celebrate the spirit of Glastonbury in full bloom

Grants

Supporting local projects and initiatives, our grants empower the community to thrive

Glastonbury Town Deal

The Glastonbury Town Deal has secured £23.6 million investment for the town from the Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government, representing a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver the objectives outlined in the Town Investment Plan