Peat Moors Centre 

A visit to the Peat Moors Centre in Glastonbury proves that it is the perfect place to fire the imagination of both young and old. Travel back in time to prehistoric Somerset and discover first hand how our ancient ancestors made their homes in the centre of an extensive wetland.

In 2004 the Peat Moors Centre was completely remodelled. During the course of the season we built a new full size reconstruction of an Iron Age roundhouse, incorporating the latest research. This additional house is an exciting compliment to the two existing reconstructions of roundhouses from Glastonbury Lake Village.

Life in the Lake Villages has been described as ‘industrious and fairly civilised’ and you can experience this for yourself as you soak up the domestic atmosphere sitting by the roundhouse fire. Outside the chance to get stuck in at wattling and daubing is an opportunity few children will want to miss, so be prepared for them to get dirty!Regular craft and living history demonstrations take place most weekends – see our programme for details – or why not join in by booking a place on one of our short ancient technology courses.

Getting There

The Peat Moors Centre lies on the road between Shapwick (off the A39 Bridgwater/M5 J23 to Glastonbury road) and Westhay (on the B3151, Glastonbury to Highbridge Road).

Further Information

Admission: Adults £2.95, Children, Senior Citizens and Concessions £2.45, Families £9.50. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.