The Chalice Well

I just learned about the Chalice Well, this past week. I had received a magazine that had a ring in it of the Chalice Well. The interest peaked me to no end to find out more about this magical, enchanting place.

According to: Wikipedia

Cover of the Chalice Well:

Archaeological evidence suggests that the well has been in almost constant use for at least two thousand years. Water issues from the spring at a rate of 25,000 gallons per day and has never failed, even during drought. Iron oxide deposits give water a reddish hue, as dissolved ferrous oxide becomes oxidized at the surface and is precipitated. Like the hot springs in nearby Bath, the water is believed to possess healing qualities.

In addition to the legends associated with Glastonbury, the Well is often portrayed as a symbol of the female aspect of deity, with the male symbolised by Glastonbury Tor. As such, it is a popular destination for pilgrims in search of the divine feminine, including modern Pagans. The Well is however popular with all faiths and in 2001 became a World Peace Garden.

When I did more research on the Well, I found that in 1919 the cover of the well was donated by: Frederick Bligh Bond. It features a wrought iron Vesica Piscis with a lance passing through it.

Vesica Piscis pronouced: [vuh-sahy-kuh, -see-, ves-i-kuh] is an ancient symbol of two interlocking circles. Its geometry symbolises a union of Heaven & Earth or Spirit and Matter

Please give a shout out to my friend Rosie for sharing this picture of the Chalice Well. She took this photo during one of her visits. She told me that she tries to visit there at least every other year. Thank you LOTS Rosie!!