Visitors to Wells will quickly notice that many of the buildings appear to be quite old, in fact, some of them date back to the 1200’s and earlier. In the below section we share our top picks for people visiting Wells.
Visitors to Wells will quickly notice that many of the buildings appear to be quite old, in fact, some of them date back to the 1200’s and earlier. In the below section we share our top picks for people visiting Wells.
Before venturing far, let’s not forget what sits right on the doorstep of The Ancient Gatehouse – Wells. Not many cities the size of Wells can boast so many beautiful landmarks – but that’s probably why it’s a key stop on any tour of Somerset. The smallest city in England, thanks to its incredible Gothic Cathedral, Vicars close situated near the Cathedral is still inhabited with Vicars choral and is the oldest medieval street in Western Europe. The Bishops palace is the home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for over 800 years, this stunning medieval palace is open for all to enjoy. There is a lovely walk from the Palace fields into a lovely village named Dulcote looping back into Wells via a wooded area if desired.
Wells blends small-town charm with the confidence of international fame – many international films and TV series continue to be filmed here each year.
Not far from Wells (5 minutes by car, 30 minutes on foot) are the ancient limestone caves known collectively as ‘Wookey Hole’. As well as the caves, Wookey boats a circus, pirate adventure golf, museum and much more!
A short drive from Wells is the famous town of Glastonbury, Possibly the quirkiest town in England. Steeped in history, myth and the smell of incense. It is also home of the famous Glastonbury Festival.
A 30 mile route from uphill in Weston super Mare, passing through Bleadon hill, Loxton, shipham, Cheddar, Priddy, Wookey hole and then finishing in Beautiful Wells.
This could be walked the other way around Starting in Wells.
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