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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,
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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
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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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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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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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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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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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Old Frome Road near Wells BA5 3DP MAP
Manaor Farm is a stunning fully renovated 15th century Mendip home, bursting with exciting and unusual period features - specially featured in several magazines. Luxury yet relaxed atmosphere. All rooms en suite..
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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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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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Wells
The Old Apple Loft has 2 bedrooms and is a two storey annex coverted from its original use as an old cider house.It is attached to a former Georgian farmhouse which in its history has also served as a pottery, shop and Post Office to ... 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 BA5 1JU
The best of both worlds - town and country. Unique quiet parkland setting one mile from Wells. Recently decorated first floor apartment with sunset views over the river Axe valley. 5 Minute walk to the local pub/restaurant, historic mill ... 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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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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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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