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Somerset
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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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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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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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Westbury-sub-Mendip Wells
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… Sleeps 2 + child
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Buncott Wells
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… Sleeps 2
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Mendip Court Bath Road Wells BA5 3DG
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 Sleeps 5
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West Horrington Wells BA5 3ED
Hill End Cottage is a stone-built, 18th Century cottage set on the south-facing slopes of the Mendip Hills, looking over the City of Wells towards Glastonbury Tor. West Horrington is a mixture of old and new houses surrounded by farmland, ... Sleeps 4
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Wells
Uniquely situated next to Bishop’s Palace, on the edge of the City of Wells (England’s smallest City), Wrinkle Mead is tastefully furnished and equipped, a riverside stable conversion of the highest standard completed in June 2004. ... Sleeps 4
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East Horrington near Wells BA5 3EA
Exceptionally spacious 1 bed apartment converted from 18th century dairy next door to owner's farmhouse dating back over 500 years. Superbly furnished and equipped. The Old Dairy is a peaceful and relaxing holiday destination yet ... Sleeps 2
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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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