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Somerset Wells

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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Wells Tourist Attractions

     
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 to stop its collapse. Suggested donation.
      
Vicars Close, right next to the cathedral, was built to house the members of the clergy, and is one of the oldest streets in England and the houses are occupied today.
      
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. Admission Charge Open: Tue-Fri and Bank Holidays and Sun Easter-Oct, every day in Aug.
      
Wells Museum, the Tudor building houses the local museum, and includes some medieval sculptures removed from the cathedral.
      
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 Admission Charge
 
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 Admission Charge
 
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. Admission Charge More On The Gardens
 
 

Where To Stay in Wells

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Hotels


Coxley Vineyard 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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The Crown at Wells Market Place Wells BA5 2RP  MAP
This former 15th-century coaching inn offers en suite accommodation, free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. It is close to Wells Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace, and William Penn once preached there in 1695.

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Best Western Swan Hotel 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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Guest Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels


The Post House 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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Wookey Hole Hotel Wookey Hole Wells BA5 1BB  MAP
This hotel is next to Wookey Hole Caves, 2 miles from the medieval town of Wells. It offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and free parking.

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Stoberry House Stoberry Park Wells BA5 3LD  MAP
Overlooking Wells Cathedral and the Vale of Avalon, Stoberry House is surrounded by countryside and just 15 minutes’ walk from the town centre. The luxurious rooms feature bathrobes and slippers.

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Holiday Cottages


New Property Henton near Wells BA5 1PD Tel: 01244 357717  MAP
Double House Farm is a luxurious farmhouse in the village of Henton, near Wells in Somerset....
Sleeps: 12 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: £815 - £2185 a week.

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The Piggery Dulcote near Wells BA5 3QB Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
This beautiful barn conversion offers guests use of an indoor swimming pool sauna steam room and hot tub and is situated in 200 acres of stunning countryside with exceptional views of Wells Cathedral. Within easy reach of Cheddar Gorge Wookey Hole Glaston...
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Greenmount Cottage 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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Days Out in and around Wells

Try more history locations, early English times at Glastonbury, later style and elegance in Bath, or take a trip to the seaside to Burnham-on-Sea.

Towns near Wells To Visit - straight line distance:

Shepton Mallet Tourist Information (4.46 miles) Glastonbury Tourist Information (5.30 miles) Street Tourist Information (6.94 miles) Cheddar Tourist Information (7.25 miles)

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