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*Please note, an error on our website incorrectly marked this event as sold out. There are still plenty of spaces available.*As part of Heritage Open Days, we welcome you to our free evening programme of talks about the fascinating history of Abbey House.
Visitors are welcome to attend for both or only one of the talks.
Admission is free, but booking is essential. Please book your spot at https://glastab.be/abbeyhousetalks
SCHEDULE:
7pm: A Brief History of Abbey House
The evening begins with 'A Brief History of Abbey House' with Francis Thyer. Learn the history of the house overlooking the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, from its construction in 1829, through ownership by several local families, its time as a retreat house for the diocese, up to the present day where it functions as part of the Glastonbury Abbey estate.
8pm: Intermission (refreshments available)
8:30pm: The Austins & Australia
After the intermission, join us for ‘The Austins and Australia’ with Nic Phillips. James Austin and his family owned the house and grounds of Glastonbury in the second half of the 19th century. But how did they build their wealth? The answer lies on the other side of the globe in the first settlements of Australia…
Please note, entry to this event is from Chilkwell Street, not via Glastonbury Abbey. Postcode BA6 8DH. Disabled parking only is available at the house. The nearest car park is Silver Street.
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Abbey House, 1 Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, BA6 8DF, United Kingdom
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