Top Things to do in Wells
What to do and see in Wells, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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.
Restaurants in Wells
1. 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
2. The Bishop's Palace and Gardens
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4.5 based on 1,578 reviews
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.
3. Vicar's Close
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4.5 based on 1,015 reviews
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.
4. Wells Market Place
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4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By 574PaulS574 - Launceston, United Kingdom
We happened to be staying in Wells when this market was on. A great market with lots of interesting stalls from olives and cheese to highly polished wooden trinket boxes. One of the best markets we have been to in a along time. We are already planning a trip to the christmas market.
5. 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!!!
6. Wells Film Centre
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4.0 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By AndyB608 - Harlow, United Kingdom
The people of Wells are so lucky to have this superb cinema. wW were made very welcome and the smaller size of the place made going to see a film such a pleasure compared to the bland, corporate feel of the chains. We went to see 'Tenet', a film that's had a bad press for its poor sound quality. However at Wells they've got the sound balance right and most of the dialogue was reasonably clear, even to this hearing-aid user. The screens are smaller than the big chains, but so are the auditoriums, so its not really noticeable once the film gets going.
7. Wells Walking Tours
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5.0 based on 51 reviews
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