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Magdalene Hospital

38 Magdalene Street, Glastonbury BA6 9EJ - England, UK

Medieval hospitals were more like almshouses than today's hospitals. This one was founded by Glastonbury Abbey to house 10 poor men. The standard layout was followed: a long hall with a chapel at one end. Later the hall was...

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Attractions near Magdalene Hospital

A selection of attractions close to Magdalene Hospital:

Glastonbury Tribunal (< 1 Mile)

This appealing old building houses the Glastonbury Tourist Information Centre and Glastonbury Lake Village Museum. It makes a good introduction to the long history of...

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Glastonbury Lake Museum (< 1 Mile)

Glastonbury Lake Village Museum has a fine and well researched collection on offer to the visitor that helps to bring to life the history of...

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Somerset Rural Life Museum (< 1 Mile)

The magnificent 14th Century barn shown here dominates the farm which once fed Glastonbury Abbey. Now the Abbey Farm recreates rural life in Victorian Somerset....

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The Chalice Well (< 1 Mile)

Pilgrims come from far and wide to this ancient holy well at the foot of Glastonbury Tor. The Chalice Well is actually a natural spring....

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Glastonbury Tor (1.4 Miles)

This famous landmark rises dramatically above the Somerset Levels. From the top there are panoramic views all around. The stark tower at the summit is...

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The Shoe Museum (1.9 Miles)

An amazing collection of footwear has been gathered together in this museum. Housed in the former factory of shoe manufacturer Clarks, it tells the story...

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Clarks Village (2.4 Miles)

As Clarks gradually closed down their shoe factory in Street in the 1990s, the site was converted into a special kind of shopping centre. It...

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Avalon Vineyard (6.9 Miles)

Tucked away, deep in the countryside, this tranquil vineyard is the perfect picnic spot. Admission is free, and please sample our range of wines,...

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Peat Moors Centre (7 Miles)

This museum has been specifically designed to engage both the young and old visitor, offering an exciting and interactive place to visit. Go back...

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Wells Town Hall (8.4 Miles)

This imposing Neo-Classical edifice was built by public subscription in 1779. Or at least the core of of was. Some of the most striking features...

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Wookey Hole Caves (8.4 Miles)

The famous caves and much, much more. New for this year is the ‘Valley of the Dinosaurs’ and the Enchanted Fairy Garden, plus indoors we’ve...

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Wells and Mendip Museum (8.5 Miles)

The museum was founded in 1893 by Herbert Balch, a man so driven by curiosity about our world that he became a pioneer caver, as...

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Wells Cathedral (8.5 Miles)

Wells Cathedral is the highlight of any visit to the small city of Wells. It has intricate Gothic carvings, one of the earliest mechanical clocks...

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Bishop’s Palace (8.5 Miles)

The appeal of the palace at Wells lies as much in its tranquil setting as its mellow buildings. Begun in the Middle Ages, it lies...

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Lytes Cary Manor (10.4 Miles)

Acquired by the National Trust in 1949, this manor house and grounds is located in the depths of rural Somerset. The Tudor great hall...

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