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A row continues to rumble on over a "selfish" bongo player who continues to play their drum on Glastonbury Tor at sunset.

A note, attached to a gate leading up to the National Trust Site, has described the mysterious musician as "selfish" and is reportedly ruining the "shared sacred place and space" by playing their drum on top of the hill.

Written in three different coloured pens, the anonymous writer believes the mysterious musician's songs spoil the "sacred silence" of the site.

It claims that people "walk away quite upset" in not being able to enjoy the Tor in silence and recommends that the bongo player takes timed breaks.

The note has attracted a mixed response on social media, with people commenting they "quite like" the player while another said there is "nothing more annoying than bongos."

(Image: SWNS/Joe Smith)

A post on a Facebook fan page of Glastonbury Tor said the saga has been going on for two months.

The bongo player has already been asked to "politely stop" - but the complainant was allegedly "met with pure defiance and refusal".

The post reads: "For centuries music has been made upon The Tor, I love that, it's a free place to be but when it's disrespectful to the wishes and health of others on a regular basis and it continues despite his being alerted to the upset it’s causing it does become a nuisance.

"This noise is so deafening that it's virtually impossible to stand inside the tower to watch the sunset.

"The decibels are so high! It's upsetting to those that wish to meditate or gather their thoughts during this beautiful time.

"Those with children may have their experience ruined and possibly their hearing too. It ruins many people's visits, both locals and tourists."

One Tor visitor, David Wainwright, said he had no problem with the bongo player when he visited the Tor last month.

He said: "When I was at the Tor, in early January, the Bongo player wasn't constant, they played about 50 per cent of the time I was there.

"Though I can understand the letter writer's perspective if the playing was constant or everyday.

"I was just there that one evening and I didn't need silence."

Esther Toye said she "really enjoyed the experience of hearing the bongo player" during one visit but sympathised that the bongo playing may "disturb" others.

She recalled: "The rain clouds opened so we went inside the Tor for some shelter from the rain and wind and with a few others listened to and felt the power of the bongo drums being played.

"It was totally unexpected and when I say 'felt', I really mean felt in the body, as the vibrations of the drum inside the Tor really resonated in my chest or as I like to think of it now, in the heart centre!

"So I just wanted to say something in defense of this mystery bongo player as my experience was entirely positive.

"He played for about 10 minutes then packed up his drum and left."

Joe, 30, who lives in Glastonbury, told SWNS that he thinks that he can spot colour-coding pattern in the text, before going onto criticising the "bongo menace".

He said: "The black pen seems to correspond to facts, the red is for criticism, and the blue is to do with other people's feelings.

"We get all sorts up the Tor and for the most part everyone gets along. But every now and then someone goes too far and takes the mick.

"This bongo menace has crossed the line. Everyone has a right to enjoy the sunset without some pretentious percussionist pounding away."

Sat atop the Somerset Levels, people visit the county's most famous landmark to climb to its summit and bask in its history, spirituality and stunning views.

But it also has links to mythical King Arthur and is a tourist attraction to crowds of walkers - and druids.

The note in full

(Image: Joe Smith/Twitter/SWNS)

Entitled: 'To the Tor Tower Bongo Player', the note reads: "You have chosen to come here at sunset times.

"Please be aware that others also choose to be here at this special time.

"This is a shared sacred place and space, yet, you have selfishly taken it over to do your thing, regardless of others.

"There are many that come here (long distances) to feel and be in its sacred silence to feel the beautiful energies and peace at sunset.

"You are very clearly and selfishly not allowing others this wonderful opportunity.

"There are many that walk away quite upset at this missed opportunity due to you.

"You claim to be attuned to this place, however, it's probably just your ego if you 'will not' consider others.

"Please allow silent spaces for others - say five - ten minutes on, five - ten minutes off.

"Together we can all they enjoy this beautiful place. Thank you."