What's on in Glastonbury this Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend - our pick of events

By Emma Dance

2nd Jun 2022 | Local News

The celebrations begin with a beacon lighting on Glastonbury Tor
The celebrations begin with a beacon lighting on Glastonbury Tor

It's a Jubilee-tastic weekend ahead in Glastonbury with loads of great events.

Here's just a few highlights…

Thursday, June 2

Beacon Lighting on Glastonbury Tor

The long Bank Holiday Weekend celebrations open with the lighting of Glastonbury's 'Platinum Jubilee Beacon' on the Tor at 9:30pm following a short ceremony at the top of the Tor. 

Friday, June 3

The Glastonbury St George Mummers Play

You won't want to miss the world premiere of this Mummers Play by John Constable aka John Crow, based on Glastonbury's own St George legend, performed by the High Altar in the grounds of Glastonbury Abbey.

Sunday, June 5

The Big Jubilee Lunch

Bring a picnic and join in the celebrations.

     

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