CELTIC legend Van Morrison will headline the 20th Anniversary Abbey Extravaganza.

The show, on Saturday August 6, wil be one of only a handful of dates the singer will be playing in the UK this year.   

And extravaganza organiser Michael Eavis said he was delighted to welcome 'Van the man' to the landmark event.

"We needed something really special for this 20 year celebration” he said.

"And there can surely be nobody better than Van to arouse the spirits, and stir up the emotions of this wonderful place.” 

Speaking from his home in Ireland, the singer emphasised his close association with this world-famous corner of Somerset. 

 "I’ve always found Glastonbury Abbey to have a special spiritual resonance for me and look forward to coming back this summer," he said, saying he visited the town as recently as last autumn.

Van Morrison last headlined Glastonbury Extravaganza in 2007.  He has played the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival many times over three decades, most recently in 2004.

Meanwhile, music fans heading for the Extravaganza will also have the chance to extend their stay beyond one night of spectacular music and fireworks.

The very popular family camping facilities within easy distance of the Abbey (shuttle bus service provided) have been expanded for 2016, allowing visitors to make the most of their stay in the Vale of Avalon.


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Abbey director Janet Bell said: "We are grateful to Michael Eavis for all the support he gives the Abbey, and for staging the extravaganza here.

"It is a spectacular backdrop for a traditional summer night out."

For more information, log on to www.glastonburyabbey.com.

  • Tickets are priced at £35 in advance (£40 on the night) for adults, and £20 (£25 on night) per child, from from www.glastonburyabbey.com/extravaganza or in person at the Abbey shop in Glastonbury town
  • Camping is available from £20; prices for pre-erected tents start from £50