Spinning the Web
This page seeks to collect all information available on the Web about Avalon... the magickal, the mysterious and the mundane. There are also links to related sites dealing with Druidism, Arthurian Legend, Goddess worship, Celtic Studies and Paganism. Many of these sites have extensive links for you to explore as well.
(N.B. Because of the number of links provided, many of the descriptions are taken directly from the website itself and no claim is made to the materials reprinted here. Please email the Webmistress with any broken links. Thank you!)
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The Mabinogion - Online resources for this collection of the tales of the Welsh Mythic Cycle.
Re-telling Blodeuwedd An empowering re-telling of Math Son of Mathonwy, from a magickal perspective. A wonderful treatment of Arianrhod's testing of Llew and Blodeuwedd "betrayal".
Rhiannon-Divine Queen Mistress of the Silver Moon and Otherworldly Guide to the Feminine Mysteries
Lythia Studios - Arianrhod An overview of the Goddess with images depicting this Goddess.
The Lady Silver Wheel A lovely folk-song dedicated to Arianrhod
The Changing Role of Women in the Arthurian Legend A very scholarly presentation detailing the representation of women throughout Arthurian literature... this impressive paper also makes reference to recent works, including Marion Zimmer Bradley's The Mists of Avalon.
Ladies in Arthurian Legend An excellent site filled with information about the many and varied women who inhabit Arthurian Mythos. Includes pages on the Lady of the Lake, Morgan Le Fay, Morgause, Igraine and Iseult.
In Celebration of Morgan le Fay Traces the many appearances of Morgan in literature, with a concentration on recent works
Morgan Le Fay Another overview of Morgan.
Morgan Le Fay: Texts, Images, Basic Information A scholastic approach from the Camelot Project.
Amazon Princesses and the Priestesses from Mists of Avalon Hidden behind a veil of hearsay and misinformation, two separate groups of legendary women strive to continue societies fashioned of their own making and for their own purposes. This interesting research project draws parallels between the worlds of the women of the Mists of Avalon and of Xena: Warrior Princess.
The Sisterhood of Avalon Women's Spiritual path through the Mysteries of Avalon. The SOA has an international membership of women dedicated to the quest for the Holy Shores. A growing family of Hearths and solitaries, the Sisterhood offers training, networking, on and off-line resources, Glastonbury Pilgrimages, two publications and an authentic community of women united in the vision of Avalon.
The Avalonian Thealogical Seminary - The Avalonian Thealogical Seminary is a rigorous training program designed to awaken the innate wisdom in every student. The course work requires students to push through their perceived limitations and to expand their boundaries on mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Less a course of study than a guide to effect lasting inner change, deeper understanding and connection to the Divine Feminine, the Avalonian Thealogical Seminary serves as a Midwife to consciously assist in the birth of the empowered woman within.
The Goddess in Glastonbury - Kathy Jones is a healer, writer, ritual dramatist, teacher, priestess, initiator and ceremonialist. She lives and works in Glastonbury and is co-founder of the Isle of Avalon Foundation, the Library of Avalon, the Bridget Healing Centre, the Goddess Conference, the Sanctuary at Glastonbury and the Glastonbury Goddess Temple.
Towers of Avalon An incredible site filled with links to all matters concerning the spirit... Avalon has called to their souls as well... see what they have created with that inspiration. One of the best pagan resource and networking sites around! Home of the Avalon List.
The Oaks of Avalon An atmospheric recounting of the Priestess Isle.
The Lady of Avalon's' Circle A lovely site. Truly a sister of the spirit.
Lady Avalon - Mists of Avalon Join together one and all....be happy.....drink from the fruits of friendship and hold them dear to your heart....respect one another....be honest and true....for their is no glory in lies nor deceit.....treat one another as you would wish to be treated...and peace and harmony shall prevail.....
Isle Of Glass A gathering of the finest Avalonian tools and resources to inspire the seeker and illuminate all who quest for the Holy Island.
Avalon Visions Occult Shop. Walk through a starry gateway and emerge into a place where myth and legend awaken memories, dreams and visions.
ADF Neo-Druidic organization with groves around the world. A wonderful resource for Druids of all persuasions.
Henge of Keltria We are a positive path Neopagan tradition dedicated to protecting and preserving our Mother Earth, honoring our ancestors, revering the spirits of nature, and worshipping the Gods and Goddesses of our Celtic heritage.
FatherOaks Homepage A wonderful exploration of Druidism including a Forum, Links, and FAQs. Be sure to stop by his discussion of Glastonbury.
Sean O'Tuathal's Druidic Dictionary This dictionary defines many of the terms used for Druidic Magick (DraÌocht).
Brothers of the Wyld Hunt A site under construction dedicated to the empowerment of men through Celtic Shamanism and Druidism.
New Avalon - E-zine for the Modern Pagan Our mission is to bring to the Pagan (Earth-oriented Spirituality) Community a source of practical information for everyday, celebratory and magickal purposes. We strive to be non-denominational in that we are not focused on any one spiritual path, though we may present information on specific paths.
The Gardens of Avalon III The Gardens of Avalon III page is neither a teaching, tradition sharing, nor a "how-to" service. Rather, it is a communications medium offered to link information services together with technology to provide a comprehensive contact and reference point for the pagan community.
Paradigm Shift - The Ancient Gods and Neopaganism A grounded and highly recommended article for all who walk a Pagan path and seek genuine connection with the Divine.
The New Religious Movements Homepage This site seeks to provide a foundation for understanding how religious groups emerge, grow, stagnate, reinvigorate themselves, and sometimes die. It also seeks to promote understanding of religion more broadly without preference for or against any particular religious group.
The Witches' Voice Here you will find the absolute latest information related to modern day WitchCraft and the activities of the Neo-Pagan global community. The Witches' Voice now offers over 600 meticulously crafted pages of information related to the modern Witch community. One of the Best on the Web! A MUST visit.
The Green Pages An excellent site filled with Pagan resources. APPEARS TO BE DOWN - if you have information - please contact the Webmistress
Ynis Wytrin A wonderful site containing Arthurian and Celtic lore, which gives the visitor an opportunity to join the Knights of the Round Table, or voyage to Ynis Wytrin - another name for Avalon. Still undergoing total refurbishment.
Arthuriana Everything you ever wanted to know about King Arthur but were afraid to look....
The Camelot Project excellent site...a must visit! Filled with links to other Arthurian sites.
Visions of Albion A site of wonder which spirits you around the land of legends.
King Arthur and the Holy Grail The most impressive collection of sites about anything which touches upon the Arthurian Mythos and the Legend of the Grail!
Encyclopaedia of the Celts: Based on quotations from literature, myth, legend, fiction and history.
Celtic Studies Resources From an Opinionated Digital Medievalist. Well researched and informative.
Celtic Twilight An excellent background of Celtic sources complete with maps, links, and detailed photos.
Sacred Celtic Sites An examination of Holy Wells, Trees, Ogham and Druids.
The Magic of Wales These hills held the sacred groves of the Druids, the ceremonial springs of the Triple Goddess, the caves where hermits and seers once lived. Stories of Welsh princes and kings still echo through the oaks and sycamores; the wind in the pines whispers Merlin's name, or Myrddin, as they know him here.
Sacred Sites of Ancient Britain Wonderful photos of Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury Abby, Chalice Well, Stonehenge, Silbury Hill, Avebury and Wells Cathedral.
On Avebury, Glastonbury, Stonehenge and Crop Circles Geomantic explorations of the Spiritual properties of these sacred sites.
Britannia: Internet Magazine this online magazine is edited by Geoffrey Ashe, a prolific writer and scholar on the historical and legendary landscapes of Britain. He has written several books about Glastonbury and Avalon, and resides at the base of the Chalice Hill there.
Tour of Arthurian England In Japanese with wonderful photos.
Peat Moors - Introduction The Peat Moors of Somerset lie between the Polden Hills to the south, and the Men dips to the north. The western boundary is the sea in the form of the Bristol Channel, and the city of Wells and the historic town of Glastonbury lie on the eastern limits of the area. This area is known as the Peat Moors, or the "Vale of Avalon" and is characterized by a very flat landscape at, or very near sea level.
Ancient Sites of Britain The British countryside is littered with relics from prehistory. Some of these are just bumps and ridges in the ground whilst others are huge standing stones that have survived the test of time and human progress. They belonged to a civilization that spanned 2500 years yet left no record of its existence beyond the remains of its ceremonial centers, gathering places and burial sites. Thus, any theories as to the shape of their culture and purpose of these sites is pure conjecture allowing everyone from traditional archaeologists through to new age fantasists to have their own personal hypothesis.
Isle of Avalon
Once upon a time, Glastonbury was a sacred island.
A pilgrimage place for millennia, this is England's 'holiest Earthe'. The story continues.... It's a cosmic place today too!
Isle of Avalon Foundation Isle of Avalon Foundation was formed in 1995 to expand the work of the University of Avalon. The Foundation is an educational centre whose main purpose is to make available to visitors the transformational energies of Glastonbury.
White Spring Undergoing big changes. May have information about the changes up soon.
About Glastonbury The official site with historical and mystical origins, links, and a plethora of information about the town.
Glastonbury: The Isle of Avalon Why is Glastonbury identified as the ancient and mysterious Isle of Avalon where King Arthur was taken to be healed of his fatal Battle wounds? Surely, Glastonbury lies in the middle of Somerset, miles from the sea. How could it ever have been considered an island? A well researched site which includes a map of the Island of Avalon and links to Arthurian archaeological sites.
Sacred Sites: Glastonbury "There are times in the history of races when the things of the inner life come to the surface and find expression, and from these rendings of the veil the light of the sanctuary pours forth. To them we look when we seek inspiration. Glastonbury is rarely rich in these things. Here we find holy relics of many sides of the soul's experience. The deep, remote past of our race is here." -Dion Fortune - Avalon of the Heart.
Maps of Glastonbury Puts Glastonbury in geographical context and includes a plan of the town.
The Sanctuary at Glastonbury We hold a vision to build and maintain a great Sanctuary in Glastonbury, the ancient Isle of Avalon, dedicated to the divine essence within all spiritual paths. Our aim is to create a sacred space of peace, prayer, meditation and healing in the centre of Glastonbury where pilgrims of all faiths and spiritual beliefs can meet and celebrate together - a new vision for a new millennium.
Introduction to Glastonbury Although only a tiny town (with a population of 7.500), Glastonbury is probably the best-known sacred site in the whole of Britain. It is a place of pilgrimage to Christians, Jews and pagans. There are so many legends about Glastonbury that, even if only one of them was true, it would be enough to make the town a very special place.
Glastonbury The Glastonbury Mystic Grid. Articles and references about every aspect of Glastonbury. Truly a wealth of information for the serious seeker.
Glastonbury - Hermetic View To the ancient Celts and then to the Christians, Glastonbury is considered "the holiest ground in England," and the most magical. Its most impressive site is ancient Tor, a cosmic egg-like hill.
Will Parfitt: Psychosynthesis, Qabalah, Avalon Interesting information about Psychosynthisis Avalon, The Way of the Qabalah and The Magic of Glastonbury.
Welcome to Glastonbury A resource for Glastonbury events, workshops and conferences. Information from the Isle of Avalon Foundation, Avalon Magazine, the Avalon Library Association and much more. Articles, galleries and newsgroups - a cornucopia of information. Be sure to give your support to the Sanctuary at Glastonbury - an ambitious building project for the Third Millennium.
Isle of Avalon The ultimate site about Glastonbury, its inhabitants and its rich history. A sizable archive of information, local listings of artisans and healers, beautiful photos and images, a Seasonal Virtual Tor.... This is the place to start the quest for all things Avalonian.
Goddess Conference in Glastonbury The Goddess Conference is held annually in Glastonbury and is open to all women and men who love the Goddess. Explore these pages to learn more about the conference and the incredible work of Kathy Jones.
Glastonbury - Where is the Mist of Avalon? For a very long time I had wanted to see Glastonbury. I had a rough idea where it was, but never thought I would make it across the ocean to see it. Little did I know I would be moving to England and living fairly close to it. Surely now I could go see Glastonbury. Couldn't I? Wonderful research, first person experience and beautiful photos.
Glastonbury; Land of Legends For such a little town Glastonbury packs quite a few punches - and it is not for everyone as the town is swarming with unusual people. Said to be the 'heart chakra' of the world it is probably the most mystical town in Europe. Begin your visit here to the mystical abbey - the Tor and Chalice Well - the new age town itself.
Glastonbury - The Town Images of the town to whet your appetite as you jump off in exploration.
Panorama from Glastonbury Tor Look over the entire Vale of Avalon. Begin here on the Glastonbury Pilgrim's Trail.
National Trust: Glastonbury Tor Consultation The National Trust launched the Talk about the Tor campaign earlier in 1998 to encourage people to put forward their views on the future management of Glastonbury Tor. The National Trust recognizes the Tor is a special place loved by locals and visitors alike. The Trust wanted to consult with as many people as possible before putting together a management plan for this beautiful and historic site.
Glastonbury Tor Restoration Appeal We are S~P~I~R~A~L, a small group of spiritually/conservationally minded folk who share a common desire - to see Glastonbury Tor restored to its original state insomuch as the existing concrete access paths up either side of the hill be removed and the original Maze-way be restored.
Chalice Well & Gardens - Home Page Here you will find a place of beauty, peace, and healing. Spiritual Pilgrims of all kinds have come to this special place from time immemorial. A quiet visit to the Well is essential for all who come to explore the mysteries and ancient lore of the Isle of Avalon. Come, find calm and sit beside the waters of peace.
Chalice Well Chalice Well combines in itself ideas from which all men can draw deep spiritual wisdom, healing and inspiration. Beneath the symbol is the Truth, and to the future Perceval's and Galahads and to all the pure in heart it shall indeed be revealed. Thus, not for the first time may "Truth be found at the bottom of the Well."
Theories about The Holy Grail An Introduction to Current Theories about The Holy Grail, by Chris Thornborrow. Abstract: This article is a collection of theories concerning the Holy Grail and what it could be.
The Holy Grail The origin of the 'Legend of The Holy Grail' is believed to belong to the ancient Britons probably of Welsh and Keltic heritage as known in Goidelic and Brythonic myths which have at their core a mystical tradition.
Joseph of Arimathea Examination of the legend which suggests that Joseph, Christ's Uncle, hid the "Grail" in Chalice Well at Glastonbury for safe-keeping.
The current moon phase, courtesy of SETI.
Kingfisher: Vesica Piscis: an introduction The Vesica Piscis is made by linking two circles together, bringing the outside edge of each to the midway point of the other. The almond shaped center of the image is called a mandorla (Latin for almond). The mandorla can easily be seen as a grail or chalice, further connecting the symbol to Avalon. (from the 32 page CD insert book). The Vesica Piscis is made by linking two circles together, bringing the outside edge of each to the midway point of the other. The almond shaped center of the image is called a mandorla (Latin for almond). The mandorla can easily be seen as a grail or chalice, further connecting the symbol to Avalon. (from the 32 page CD insert book).
Apples Symbolism of the apple through history and legend.
Sacred Springs and Other Water Lore A well researched and informative article by Terri Windling.
Jill Smith - Artist who creates hauntingly beautiful images of the Sacred Celtic Landscape, and author of The Callanish Dance.
Cheryl Yambrach Rose Visionary Art Beautiful images inspired by Glastonbury
Victorian Painters You will find Pre-Raphaelite panitings in this wonderful resource. Simply stunning catalog of artists, articles and paintings. Source for many of the images on these pages.
Green Man Graphics A graphics-intensive site filled with pagan imagery.
JBL Statuary Well researched images of the Divine from cultures around the world. Includes some lovely Celtic pieces and a huge selection of Goddess statuary. Benefits a work co-operative in India.
Crystal Rose If it were possible to create a musical category that combines pop, rock, and folk with a dash of Celtic and Gothic, then maybe Crystal Rose could find a home. Until then, they will remain in a category of their own, perhaps best defined by those who listen. Includes songs about the Goddess which are touched by the Source.
Silver Branch Music to Ease the Celtic Soul - With imagery drawn from the myths and legends of ancient Wales and Ireland, the arrangements on their debut CD "Hand to Hand" blend vocal, guitar, psaltery, recorder, harp and drums into a dreamscape evoking mist shrouded memories of an age long past. As we enter this circle, we reach our hands back to that past, and extend them forward to the future, offering these songs, chants and rounds to all who feel the spirit of the Celts calling to their hearts and souls
Jana Runnalls A Glastonbury-based musician, whose inspired music fosters a deep connection with the transformational energies of the Goddess.
Lady's Library The Sisterhood's link to books and other items which we recommend - in partnership with Amazon.com
Marion Zimmer Bradley's Literary Works Trust Includes subscription information, writer's guidelines, bibliography and works by the late author.
Journey to Avalon Overview of an intriguing book which places the location of Avalon as The Island of Bardsey.