Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Wells, England

February 13, 2022 Carley Gatson

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

Wells Cathedral Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE England +44 1749 674483 [email protected] http://www.wellscathedral.org.uk/
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Wells Cathedral

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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Wild Wookey

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. West Front

Cathedral Green s/n Wells BA5 2UE, Wells England http://www.wellscathedral.org.uk/visit/highlights/west-front/
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West Front

Reviewed By RWB2012 - Reading, United Kingdom

Whether walking around the spacious outside surroundings or inside the magnificent cathedral, this is a must place to visit if you are in the Wells area. So much of interest and superb architecture.

4. Milton Lodge Gardens

Milton Lodge Old Bristol Road Milton, Wells BA5 3AQ England +44 1749 679341 http://miltonlodgegardens.co.uk
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Milton Lodge Gardens

5. The Bishop's Palace and Gardens

Wells England +44 1749 988111 [email protected] http://www.bishopspalace.org.uk/
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The Bishop's Palace and Gardens

Home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for 800 years this stunning medieval palace is open for all to enjoy. Surrounded by a breathtaking moat with resident Mute swans, you can cross the Drawbridge to experience a true hidden gem in the heart of the City of Wells. The Palace sits within 14 acres of RHS partner gardens, including the beautiful well pools from which the city takes its name. In the Arboretum is the newly developed "Dragon's Lair" children's playground to tire out little legs. There are daily Guided Tours, a Cafe serving delicious lunches, cakes and hot and cold drinks. Dogs are welcome on leads. Regular events and activities take place including children's activities in the holiday time.

Reviewed By SeniorswithLatitude - Princeville, United States

You can easily spend several hours wandering through the gardens, seeing the "wells" for which Wells in named, watching the swans ring a bell for food, along with touring through the elaborate Bishops Palace. Fun and interesting. Sit and relax, have something to eat at the cafe or stroll the day away.

6. Vicar's Close

Vicar's Close Street, Wells BA5 2 England +44 1749 674483 http://www.wellscathedral.org.uk/history/timeline/vicars-close
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Vicar's Close

Reviewed By Lincsman

This is a street tucked around the back of the Cathedral. The houses are fascinating with their tall chimneys. The close can be walked along with an exit via a narrow passageway and steps towards the Cathedral school. The road is 'cobbled' so uneven. Worth a visit.

7. Ebbor Gorge

Ebbor Lane, Wells England http://www.discoveringbritain.org/activities/south-west-england/trails/ebbor-gorge.html
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Ebbor Gorge

Reviewed By KJG780 - Wallingford, United Kingdom

Great walk through the gorge (and view from the top) from Wookey Hole car park. Definitely worth the efffort.

8. Rose and Crown PH

Roseau 7 Saint John Street Mill Street, Wells BA5 2AS England
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Rose and Crown PH

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.

9. St Cuthbert's parish Church

St. Cuthbert Street, Wells BA5 2AW England
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St Cuthbert's parish Church

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.

10. Wells Walking Tours

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Wells Walking Tours

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