Views across the somerset levels from the Camp
The perfect location was enhanced by manicured gardens
One of the relatively new amenity blocks
Flowers where everywhere across the site with some tasty local beefburgers cooked onsite
Walking most of the Glasto Way
Up the Tor and around the town. Stunning views at every turn.
Glastonbury Tor is topped by the roofless St. Michael's Tower,
This 14th-century tower replaced an earlier church that was a replacement for the original, which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1275. We climbed the steps just visible.
A detail - St. Michael weighing souls
A Detail - St. Bridget milking a cow
Not sure about the hippies ?
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Abbey was founded in the 8th century and expanded in the 10th.
Abbey Kitchens
A fire destroyed it in 1184, but it was rebuilt and flourished by the 14th century.
Arthur and Guinevere’s tomb site at the abbey.
Since the 12th century, Glastonbury has been linked to the legend of King Arthur.
Abbey Ruins
It held vast lands and led major drainage efforts on the Somerset Levels.
massive Abbey detail
The abbey was dissolved under Henry VIII, and its last abbot was executed in 1539.
Fine carving
Some Christian traditions claim Joseph of Arimathea founded the abbey in the 1st century
Cider apple orchard
Monks brewed Cider, Perry and Beer for visitors. Throughout this area orchards groaned under the weight of ripe fruits.
Autumn views across the gounds
The Tor peeking out
The George & Pilgrims Inn
15th century Inn in the heart of Glastonbury.
A darkening evening
The weather turned as the sun set over the Tor
RSPB Ham Hall
Nut hatch
RSPB Ham Hall
Robin
RSPB Ham Hall
Cormorant taking the Sun
RSPB Ham Hall
Mute Swan lunching
RSPB Ham Hall
One of many Marsh Harriers
RSPB Ham Hall
Mute swan on the move
RSPB Ham Hall
Red beaked Gull
RSPB Ham Hall
Green winged Teal
RSPB Ham Hall
Small Grebe
RSPB Ham Hall
Small Grebe and Ducks
RSPB Ham Hall
Secretive Water Rail
RSPB Ham Hall
Water Rail
RSPB Ham Hall
Large Egret
RSPB Ham Hall
Small Egret, Goose, Teal, Mallards
RSPB Ham Hall
Bright Green of a Teall
RSPB Ham Hall
Small Grebe
RSPB Ham Hall
Red Admiral
RSPB Ham Hall
Gadwalls
RSPB Ham Hall
Cormorant
RSPB Ham Hall
Grey Heron
RSPB Ham Hall
Artistic
RSPB Ham Hall
The Tor
RSPB Ham Hall
Marsh Harrier
RSPB Ham Hall
Peregrine Falcon on the prowl
RSPB Ham Hall
Lapwings take to air after falcon is sighted
RSPB Ham Hall
Lapwings panicked
RSPB Ham Hall
Falcon fly pass as Lapwings rise again
RSPB Ham Hall
Glossy Ibis, very rare in UK
RSPB Ham Hall
Grey Heron
west somerset Steam Railway Gala
Nunney Castle
west somerset Steam Railway Gala
Odney Manor
west somerset Steam Railway Gala
Shunting at Minehead
Minehead station
On the turntable, operated by hand!
October 2025, Bird watching at Ham Wall, Glastonbury Views and Steam Gala
🍂 Autumn Adventures in Somerset
Four days of misty skies and magical moments—Somerset in
October didn’t disappoint!
🏞️ Glastonbury: Myth, Majesty & The Tor
We kicked off our trip revisiting the legendary town of
Glastonbury. The Tor offered sweeping views across the Somerset Levels to the
Severn Estuary and even Wales! Wandering through town felt like stepping into a
storybook—King Arthur, Avalon, and the haunting ruins of the once-mighty Abbey,
dismantled by Henry VIII. History and mystery at every turn.
📸 Birdwatching Bliss at Ham Wall
Back at RSPB Ham Wall, our camera got a proper workout. Last
time it was an Osprey—this time, a Peregrine Falcon dazzled us, stirring up a
cloud of Lapwings. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better… a Glossy
Ibis made a rare encore appearance. Birding dreams do come true!
🚂 Steam & Smiles on the West Somerset Railway
Our final day was pure nostalgia: a Gala celebration on the
UK’s longest restored railway line. Gleaming steam engines, excited kids (and
grown-ups), and the unmistakable scent of bacon butties filled the air. A
perfect send-off.
🌟 Starling Murmuration Plans & A Top Campsite
We’re already counting down to November’s starling
spectacle. And a special shoutout to Old Oaks Touring campsite—easily one of
the best we’ve stayed at. Peaceful, pristine, and perfectly placed for Somerset
adventures.
Ready for round two with the starlings soon! 🐦✨
