Glastonbury Tor
Where Avalon meets the mortal world. King Arthur, faeries, ley lines, and UFOs converge at this ancient hill. One of Britain's most powerful mystical sites.
Glastonbury Tor rises dramatically from the Somerset Levels, a cone-shaped hill crowned by a medieval church tower. For centuries, it has been associated with King Arthur, the Holy Grail, ley lines, UFOs, and doorways to other worlds. It may be Britain’s most mystical location.
The Location
According to historical sources:
- A prominent tor (rocky hill) rising 518 feet above sea level
- Terraces spiral around the hill (possibly ancient ritual processional paths)
- Crowned by St. Michael’s Tower (remnant of a medieval church destroyed by earthquake)
- Visible for miles across the Somerset Levels
Arthurian Legend
Glastonbury has deep connections to King Arthur:
- Some identify the tor as Avalon, where Arthur was taken after his final battle
- Monks at Glastonbury Abbey claimed to discover Arthur and Guinevere’s grave in 1191
- The tor is associated with the Isle of Glass, a Celtic otherworld
- The Holy Grail was allegedly brought here by Joseph of Arimathea
The Faerie Connection
Celtic tradition associates the tor with the Faerie realm:
- An entrance to Annwn, the Celtic underworld
- The seat of Gwyn ap Nudd, King of the Faeries
- On certain nights, the faeries emerge to dance on the slopes
- Those who venture inside the tor may never return—or return changed
Ley Lines
Glastonbury Tor sits at the intersection of alleged ley lines:
- The St. Michael Line runs from Cornwall to Norfolk, passing through the tor
- Multiple energy lines are said to converge here
- Dowsers report strong energy readings
- The terraces may align with astronomical or energetic features
Modern Phenomena
Contemporary visitors report:
- UFO sightings around the tor
- Orbs and strange lights
- Feelings of energy or vibration
- Time distortions
- Visions and altered states
- Equipment malfunctions
The Egg Stone
A stone at the tor’s base, the “Egg Stone,” is associated with:
- Healing properties
- Strange vibrations
- Energy release
- Ritual significance
Famous Experiences
Many notable figures have had experiences here:
- Author Dion Fortune described psychic phenomena
- Artist Katherine Maltwood claimed to discover the “Glastonbury Zodiac”
- Countless pilgrims report spiritual experiences
- Modern pagans consider it a sacred site
The Labyrinth
The terraces on the tor may form a giant three-dimensional labyrinth:
- Walking them ritually leads to the summit
- The pattern matches other ancient labyrinths
- The path may induce altered consciousness
- Medieval pilgrims may have used it as a walking meditation
Glastonbury Festival
The famous music festival occurs nearby, and many associate the area’s energy with the tor’s influence.
The Tor Today
Glastonbury Tor remains:
- A pilgrimage site for diverse spiritual traditions
- A tourist attraction with stunning views
- A place where many report unusual experiences
- A symbol of Britain’s mystical heritage
Whatever one believes about its supernatural significance, standing atop the tor at sunset, looking across the ancient landscape, it’s easy to understand why people have considered this place sacred for thousands of years.