While Glastonbury itself is a captivating inland town steeped in history and spirituality, it also serves as a convenient base for exploring Somerset's diverse coastline. Though you won't find beaches within Glastonbury, a variety of coastal experiences are just a day trip away, offering a refreshing contrast to the town's mystical allure.
The nearby coast presents a range of experiences. Discover the iconic Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis Beach, famous for fossils, or hunt for treasures in the rockpools of Kilve Beach. For family fun on sandy shores, Minehead Seafront is ideal, while Brean Beach offers an immense, unique stretch. The quintessential British seaside experience awaits at Weston-super-Mare Beach, known for its Grand Pier and vast sands. While many beaches here are predominantly sandy, the Bristol Channel coastline is characterized by one of the world's highest tidal ranges, meaning the sea can recede a long way, sometimes exposing large mudflats.
Whether you seek fossil hunting adventures, traditional seaside fun, or vast sandy landscapes, the Somerset coast offers numerous possibilities for memorable excursions from Glastonbury. For a comprehensive guide to these and other coastal destinations easily reachable for a day out, be sure to explore our longer list of beaches.
