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Wells
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| Wells,
the smallest city in England, with its famous cathedral and
school at the centre of the town and its community. The area
around the cathedral is one of the largest medieval ecclesiastical
precincts.
Lots of old buildings
to look at as you wander around, including the tithe barn
and 15th century parish church. The town also has a cheese
shop, Somerset cheese is made locally.
Tourist Information
Centre in the town.
Around this old centre
is modern Wells, with its shops and facilities, all
at the foot of the Mendip Hills.
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Map of Wells |
What
To See -
Wells Tourist Attractions
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 Wells
Cathedral, the
west front holds over 200 pieces of medieval sculptures, and
the three towers make this a spectacular building which dates
from the 13th century. The famous 14th century clock still has
the joisting horsemen who emerge every quarter of an hour. The
interior has a medieval library as well as the colourful choir
stalls and the 14th century pillars added to one of the towers
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| Vicars
Close, right next to the cathedral, was built to house
the members of the clergy, and is one of the oldest streets
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Bishops
Palace, which was fortified in 1206, with a moat where
the the swans are trained to ring a bell for food. The interior
includes a banqueting hall and long gallery, whilst outside
there is a well that the town name is based on. 
Open: Tue-Fri and Bank Holidays and Sun Easter-Oct, every day
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| Wells
Museum, the Tudor
building houses the local museum, and includes some medieval
sculptures removed from the cathedral. |
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| Chewton
Dairy Farm, Chewton
Mendip, A39 north from Wells, cheese dairy, watch them make
them, they start early!, or watch the video presentation, shop,
etc, Tel: 01761 241666 |
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| Wookey
Hole Caves & Pepermill,
A371 west, tour the spectacular caves and see the papermill,
with demonstrations, a good wet weather destination!, shop,
etc, Tel: 01749 672243
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Milton
Lodge Gardens, off A39 north, gardens
on the slopes of the Mendip Hills, views of Wells Cathedral
and the Vale of Avalon, contains a 7 acre aboretum.
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Where
To Stay in Wells
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Coxley Wells BA5 1RQ MAP
Built around a suntrap courtyard in the heart of four acres of grapevines. This small, charming hotel has a Mediterranean ambience.
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Sadler Street Wells BA5 2RX MAP
A 15th Century Coaching Inn located opposite Wells Cathedral with 49 ensuite bedrooms and an AA Rosetted Restaurant.
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Glencot Lane Wells BA5 1BH MAP
A grand Jacobean style mansion hotel, Miller's at Glencot House features 15 individually designed bedrooms, filled with exotic antiques and ancient curiosities - vintage luxury with relaxed intimacy.
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21 Sadler Street Wells BA5 2RR MAP
A 15th Century Coaching Inn offering 15 en-suite bedrooms, conference facilities for up to 150, extensive brasserie menuand separate restaurant.Ample parking is available.Dating from the 15th Century the hotel occupies a very desirable position..
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Chewton Mendip near Wells BA3 4NS MAP
Charming and rustic, The Post House is a Grade II Listed building with an elegant, stylish interior, perfectly situated just 5 miles (8 km) from Wells.
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The Green, Priddy near Wells BA5 3BB MAP
The New Inn is a 15th-century inn in picturesque Priddy, on top of the Mendips in Somerset. All rooms were completely refurbished in 2008. The New Inn is within easy distance of historic Wells, Glastonbury, the spa town of Bath, and Bristol Airport.
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20 Sadler Street Wells BA5 2SE MAP
The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is probably one Englands oldest and most interesting hotels - in the precincts of Wells Cathedral on Cathedral Green facing the West Front of Wells Cathedral.
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Hawkers Lane Wells BA5 3JP MAP
Nestling in the Mendip Hills, just one mile from the centre of Wells and surrounded by 13 acres of parkland, Beryl offers elegant reception rooms and luxury guest accommdation. The epitome of country house living - a warm welcome..
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Easton near Wells BA5 1DU MAP
Period character country farmhouse in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by 4 acres with views of Mendip Hills. High quality individually styled rooms. Non-smoking guest house.
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Harters Hill Lane Wells BA5 1RF MAP
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Godney Near Wells BA5 1RX MAP
National Award Winning Farmhouse Accommodation Outdoor breakfasts in the summer time. 3 course breakfast with large selection offruits, home grown tomatoes and local produce. Home-made bread. br24 Hour access. Family pets:- 1 Golden retriever..
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Sadler Street Wells BA5 2RX
Nestled in the centre of the charming town of Wells, these beautiful apartments are ideally placed for you to explore the beautiful county of Somerset. Swan Mews consists of 5 newly-converted, self-contained and fully-equipped apartments.
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Buncott Wells Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
A striking loft conversion in a secluded countryside location, with wonderful walking and glorious views, this stylish property makes a superb holiday base. Wells, the smallest city in England yet with one of its finest cathedrals, is just 1 mile…...
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Westbury-sub-Mendip Wells Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
Explore spectacular Cheddar Gorge and the delightful Cathedral City of Wells (both 4 miles) from this cosy detached cottage for two, converted from a traditional Somerset apple store. Set in a picturesque village at the foot of the Mendip Hills there…...
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Mendip Court Bath Road Wells BA5 3DG Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
Set on the fringes of Wells within easy reach of superb walking in the Mendip Hills this well appointed detached single story cottage and its safely enclosed garden provide an ideal location for family holidays. Beautiful Wells Cathedral and the historic...
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near Wells
CHARACTER COTTAGE WITH UNMISTAKABLE CHARMAN EXCELLENT BASE FOR VISITING THE GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL IN JUNEOak beams low ceilings and an inglenook fireplace all combine to make this a typically cosy country cottage. The owners have equipped it with modern......
2 Bedrooms Sleeping 4. Changeover Day is Fri.
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Seekings Yarley Hill Yarley Near Wells BA5 1PA Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
These two stylish barn conversions sit in glorious countryside within easy reach of fine walking in the Mendip Hills. Quietly set in the grounds of the owners' home they are just 3 miles from Wells the smallest city in England with its beautiful cathe...
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near Wells
CHARACTER FILLED FIRST FLOOR PROPERTY JUST A STONES THROW FROM WELLS Located in the sleepy hamlet of East Horrington just a mile outside the historic cathedral city of Wells England’s smallest city and an area of outstanding natural beauty the Ol......
1 Bedrooms Sleeping 2. Changeover Day is Sat.Dogs allowed: Yes (1)
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Around
The Wells Area
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history locations, early English times at Glastonbury,
later style and elegance in Bath, or take a trip to the seaside
to Burnham-on-Sea. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Shepton Mallet (4.46 miles) Glastonbury (5.30 miles) Street (6.94 miles) Cheddar (7.25 miles) Midsomer Norton (8.82 miles) Axbridge (9.17 miles) Paulton (9.19 miles) Chew Stoke (10.00 miles) Radstock (10.30 miles) Chew Magna (10.91 miles) Bristol Airport (12.40 miles) |
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