ST DUNSTAN’S House in Glastonbury has re-opened as a health and wellbeing hub after a months-long transformation project – hailed a “landmark moment for the town”.

The project, part of the multi million-pound Glastonbury Town Deal programme, has seen the Grade II-listed building, in the town centre, converted into a place where physical and mental health services, as well as wellbeing and social support networks can be found under one roof.

As well as health concerns, issues around deprivation and isolation will also be addressed through services on offer at the hub.

MP Sarah Dyke (Lib Dem, Glastonbury & Somerton), who is also a member of the Glastonbury Town Deal board, was on-hand at the opening and said the development was one of the most important in the town for 50 years.

“This is a landmark moment for Glastonbury. What has been achieved here at St Dunstan’s House is a credit to the incredible team who have worked so hard to bring it to reality,” she said. “And shows what we can achieve when councils, health partners and communities work together.”

Sarah Dyke MP and Street Mayor Cllr Bryan Knickerbocker, inset, at the opening of St Dunstan’s House in Glastonbury as a health and wellbeing hub. Picture: Sarah Dyke

She said she had written to Health Secretary Wes Streeting (Lab, Ilford North) to highlight the new hub – and how it ties in with the government’s long-term plan for the NHS.

“Hubs like these could play a significant role in the Government’s 10-year plan for the NHS, which includes a focus on community care, and also, crucially, prevention,” she went on.

“St Dunstan’s is a wonderful example of thinking outside the box, to deliver care in a joined-up manner to help keep people healthy, supported, and connected in their own community.

“As well as being Glastonbury’s MP, I’m proud to sit on the Town Deal Board, which made this vision a reality.

“I’ll keep championing funding for vital local projects like this – that change lives – in my work in Parliament.

“This is a brilliant example of community and collaboration, which Glastonbury does so well. Through it, we’ve turned a historic building into a beacon of wellbeing for the future.”

St Dunstan’s House has been converted over the last year as part of the Glastonbury Town Deal. Picture: Somerset Leveller

A gathering already planned at the new hub is a Women’s Health & Wellbeing Event, set to run between 10am and 3pm on November 5.

The free event will bring together NHS services, charities, wellbeing experts, and activity providers to support women at every stage of life, from early motherhood to menopause and beyond.

A spokesperson said: “Discover practical advice, inspiring workshops, and supportive conversations.

“Whether you’re curious about pregnancy and early motherhood, navigating peri-menopause or menopause, looking to boost your fitness, and overall wellbeing or simply have some questions to ask local organisations, we would love for you to join us.

“Meet local experts and community services, take part in interactive sessions, and find the connections and resources that matter most to you.”

Entry is free, but booking essential, with more details available at sasp.co.uk/events/2025/11/womens-health-glasto.

The event is funded by NHS Somerset ICB, In It Together Somerset and Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership, in partnership and collaboration with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and other organisations.

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