New 'Holy Thorn' for Glastonbury
A new 'holy thorn' is to be planted in the centre of Glastonbury this afternoon.
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Holy Thorn sent to the Queen
by Eli-Louise WringeIt's a tradition which dates back hundreds of years - school children and church leaders turned out in Glastonbury for the annual cutting of the Holy Thorn. A sprig from the tree- which flowers twice a year- is sent to the Queen. It plays an important part in Royal festivities.
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Vandals hit Holy Thorn replacement : Full Report
by Dave WoodlandA replacement sapling for the vandalised Holy Thorn in Glastonbury has itself been vandalised. The new tree was planted on Palm Sunday and surrounded by a metal cage, but it proved ineffective.
People who visited the site today (Tues) were dismayed by what they found.
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