Surrounding one of the best known holy wells in Britain is the Challice Well garden, a tranquil place to soothe the soul.
On Good Friday my friend and I spent a peaceful couple of hours wandering there. 
As far as plants are concerned I think I preferred my last visit which was in summer, but there was still plenty to see.
The garden is set on a gentle slope with Glastonbury Tor rising above, and as you walk upwards you eventually reach the well head. The waters have been know in the past as the Red Spring and the Blood Spring and legend tells that it represents the blood of Christ, springing from the ground when Joseph of Arimathea washed the cup used at the last supper. Others see the continuous spring of the life force.
The Lion’s Head fountain is the only place where the water is safe to drink. Even so, just a few drops are recommended for healing, with the homeopathic approach. Even though I’ve tried it before, I still had a sip and it tastes very strongly of iron.
There are lots of little niches, some with seats, to quietly meditate.
I hope this young man found peace.
Legend says tha Joseph of Arimathea visited Glastonbury with the Holy Grail and thrust his staff into Wearyall Hill, which then grew into the original thorn tree. The thorn is unusual because it flowers twice a year, at Christmas and again at Easter. Each year a sprig is sent to the Queen.
(source Wikipaedia)
The Vesica Pool
The Vesica pool is shaped as a figure of eight, its seven bowls swirling down like a mountain stream.
Some bold colour outside of the shop.
The garden is protected and maintained by the Challice Well Trust, set up by Wellesley Tudor-Pole is 1959 and is open daily throughout the year, should you wish to visit, it is 20 minutes walk from the centre of Glastonbury.
My post is for Jo’s Monday Walk, if you click the link you will be able to join in and find lots of interesting walks.
Lucid Gypsy 
Beautiful and peaceful place.
Thank you Francine 🙂
What a beautiful post, Gilly! You surprised me by getting it together so quickly. What a sad-looking young man, though 😦 Many thanks for the link and all your lovely photos. 🙂
You’re welcome honey, I wish I had time to post a lot more walks!
An enchanting and most enjoyable post. Gilly. I love the angel seat, and what a lovely photo of you on the swing. 🙂 This looks like such a tranquil and meaningful place to spend a couple of hours on Good Friday. I enjoyed reading about the legends associated with this beautiful garden.
It’s a very special place full of atmosphere and secrets, I must go back in the summer!
What a lovely place to wander in.
It’s very relaxing Sharon!
A fascinating garden. So many to explore! Thank you for sharing this one 🙂
I don’t believe you haven’t been? Did you notice I put for Jude on the pic?
Oh, yes, I did notice that. 😀
love this place… what special time
it’s only little but lovely Yvette!
shows you that less is not always more! ha!
Seems my comment is either in Spam or I’ve lost it. No sure.
This is a tranquil, magical and inviting place. I’m quite taken by it. All the pictures are lovely even the ones where spring hasn’t arrived in full force. 🙂
Not lost but found! You’ve summed it up perfectly and yes in summer its even nicer!
Everything is nicer in summer. ❤ ❤ Isn't it?
This is a wondrous place. Inviting. Peaceful. Engaging to mind and soul. Thank you for the tour. ❤ ❤
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all very cool…yet AGAIN. nothing quite like an English garden!
You’re right Badfish, they are often small but very special!
Loved coming Lang with you on your beautiful and tranquil Good Friday Walk, Gilly! Fab photos, excellent descriptions/history! 🙂
I’m happy that you enjoyed it Jacqueline ❤
Brill’ place to be, to visit and feel the good vibrations so to speak…
You nailed it Gerry, vibrations are everywhere in Glastonbury!
How lucky one would be to have something like that on your doorstep to visit whenever the need arises.
It’s not far from you Julia, have you been?
I loved this post – especially because you were a photo-subject. But also because you wrote so beautifully about a special place.
Beauty all over this post. Truly awesome, awesome share! The young man resting his head is a powerful shot.
The stories add to the feeling of enchantment Gilly! Thank you for sharing the beauty!
It’s a tiny little place but a magical one 🙂