Glastonbury medieval event set to return this April

A historical event is returning to Somerset next month. <i>(Image: Trevor Lethaby)</i>
A historical event is returning to Somerset next month. (Image: Trevor Lethaby)
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A MEDIEVAL event is confirmed to return to a Somerset town this April.

After a sold-out event in 2026, The Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre is set to take place across two days, featuring a mix of entertainment, including medieval battles, educational displays, and engaging performances.

It will start on Saturday, April 25 and end on Sunday, April 26.


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Early bird tickets will be released at 10am on Thursday, August 28, with adult day tickets costing £15 and weekend tickets costing £22.50. From Thursday, September 5, full-price tickets will cost £20 for a day pass and £30 for a weekend pass.

Glastonbury medieval event.The Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre is returning in April 2026. (Image: Mike Jefferies)

To get an idea of what to expect, last year, attendees were treated to more than 200 historical reenactors of medieval history to life through authentic living history camps, skilled demonstrations, and interactive moments.

The event also featured axe-throwing, archery, and a Viking area.

Speaking ahead of the event, a spokesperson for Glastonbury Abbey said: "Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre will return in all its glory on April 25 and 26.

"After a sold-out event in 2025, the Glastonbury Abbey Medieval Fayre is back again with jousting, re-enactment, music, markets and merriment for all the family.

"The event continues to grow with each year and we look forward to the thousands of visitors once more exploring throughout the medieval ruins and grounds of Glastonbury Abbey to be entertained, amazed, educated and intrigued by the living history camps, traders, shows and activities on offer.

"We can’t wait for you to join us in 2026 as the abbey comes to life with medieval revelry once more."

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