Top Things to do in Wells
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The name Wells comes from the city's three wells dedicated to St. Andrew. Now there's a fun factoid to fill up your next awkward silence. In England's smallest city, you won't find the big summer crowds of nearby Glastonbury. Instead, you'll have more than enough room to sight-see as you please. And there are plenty of youth clubs to entertain the kiddies while you wander. The cathedral in Wells is the landmark attraction, but also check out the nearby Bristol Zoo Gardens and International Helicopter Museum.
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1. Wells Cathedral
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5.0 based on 3,708 reviews
Climb the spiral staircase to walk in the footsteps of Cathedral masons with behind-the-scenes tours of Wells Cathedral’s High Parts; the most memorable thing to do in Wells! Discover hidden spaces and chambers, explore the south transept roof space and marvel at the nave from a very different perspective! Tours run regularly throughout the week; book via the website. Terms and Conditions apply.
Reviewed By DKS824 - Harrow, United Kingdom
This Cathedral is very beautiful both in and out, I loved seeing the clocks striking on the quarter hour and hearing the choir practising was a special joy while wandering around. There are some steps up to the Chapter House on the left which is a light area with a very attractive ceiling and a good place to sit peacefully for a few minutes.
2. Wild Wookey
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5.0 based on 172 reviews
Visit England's Gold award winning Experience of 2020 - Adventure Caving with professional instructors includes abseiling, climbing, crawling and more! All specialist equipment and overalls provided. See the caves from a new perspective and immerse yourself in this challenging and unique experience.
3. Wells Trading Post Home
4. Burcott Mill
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Burcott Mill is a traditional water-powered flour mill, one of only 50 still operating in the UK today. uilt in 1863, this mill is still producing high quality quality organic stone-ground flour using the traditional methods and machinery that were employed 150 years ago. In the Summer months of July August and September, the miller conducts tours at 3pm on Wed, Thurs, Fridays and Saturdays. Go to the Burcott Mill Website for more information
5. Rose and Crown PH
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By CarolineJ790 - Bridgend, United Kingdom
Such a huge variety of whiskies and gins! Great pub. Super atmosphere. Football on 3 screens, but no sound so you could still have a conversation. Friendly and welcoming staff. Locals very friendly. Would choose this as my local if I lived here. Will definitely revisit. Loved it.
6. St Cuthbert's parish Church
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4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By 278JohnJ - Somerset, United Kingdom
St Cuthbert's is a fabulous parish church, like the nearby cathedral rather larger and grander than you'd expect in such a small city. But the clues that you're actually dealing with something very unusual are 1) the exceptional size of the parish which extends way out into the Somerset countryside (it's the largest parish in the entire diocese, something rarely the case in England because it's typically the remote rural areas and not the towns that have these very large parishes) and 2) the dedication to St Cuthbert, the main Anglo-Saxon saint of Northumbria in the far north of England. What you're seeing here is a mostly 15th-century reworking of a probably 12th-13th century church which itself is likely to have replaced an Anglo-Saxon structure which would originally have been built in the 10th. That's because this church was first required when the existing church in the town, St Andrew's, was raised to cathedral status in the 10th century. And the new parish church just inherited the large territory that had previously been overseen by a team of clergy based in the minster church of St Andrew in the early centuries before England began to be carved up into small parishes served by single clergymen. The Cuthbert dedication of the new church, unusual in southern England, is also important as he was the northern saint with whom the kings of Wessex, such as Alfred and Athelstan, claimed to have a special relationship, mainly because they wanted to extend their own power over all of England, including the far north. The choice of this Northumbrian figure therefore suggests royal involvement in the 10th century when Wells was getting its new church. So St Cuthbert's is of particular importance, preserving the outlines of a large early Anglo-Saxon church's territory that was never broken up into smaller parish units and also reflecting the ambition of the rulers of Wessex (soon fulfilled) to become Kings of England.
7. Wells and Mendip Museum
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By greygoose20 - East Preston, United Kingdom
What a gem of a fine. Lots to see and to learn about regarding the history of Wells and surrounding areas. It runs on donations from the public with free entry, so I hope they can continue for a long time and visitors give generously. I was very much interested in the Census and work sections - all that history about people from days gone by. Thank you to the staff.
8. A2 Gallery
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Situated in the High Street of Wells, the A2 Gallery exhibits contemporary original work from award-winning local, national and internationally acclaimed artists. It offers original paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass, jewellery, photography, printmaking and crafts. There is a programme of temporary exhibitions throughout the year and a first-floor area dedicated to showcasing the work of local artists.
Reviewed By kathleenw622
This is a fabulous shop with some very beautiful items, the ceramics particularly interested me, I bought a little dog which was very well made. The prices were very reasonable throughout the shop. The person who served me was knowledgeable about the products and very polite. He wrapped my little dog carefully. A pleasure to go in this shop. Thank you.
9. The Square
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
A great soft play centre, in the heart of Wells, close to 5 different car parks. We're right next door to the bus depot and Wetherspoons.
Reviewed By Fumf10 - Somerset, United Kingdom
Been here several times, and is by far the favourite. The new addition of the baby room with sensory equipment is fantastic, only thing is, is it is at opposite ends to the the bigger soft play so tricky if you have more than 1 child and of different ages. Toddler area, and a great favourite is the bouncy music dome outside, there is an adventure course but my son won’t go in it because it’s too dark. Food is great, but mostly no food is consumed because my son is far too busy!!!
10. Somerset Guild of Craftsmen
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
The Somerset Guild of Craftsmen Gallery Shop is a hidden gem tucked away in historic Wells.Showcasing the very best of Somerset artists' craft,there is a wide and varied selection of glass,ceramics,woodcraft,textiles,sculpture,photography and exquisite jewellery to name but a few. The Gallery shop is a not for profit organisation supporting the work of artists inspired by beautiful Somerset. We pride ourselves on promoting excellence in Somerset crafts as we have done for over 85 years. A trip to Wells wouldn't be complete without a visit,a very warm welcome awaits you.
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