English Heritage sites near Wells Parish

Glastonbury Tribunal

GLASTONBURY TRIBUNAL

5 miles from Wells Parish

Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.

Meare Fish House

MEARE FISH HOUSE

6 miles from Wells Parish

The only surviving monastic fishery building in England, this housed the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying.

Stanton Drew Circles and Cove

STANTON DREW CIRCLES AND COVE

11 miles from Wells Parish

Although this is the third largest complex of prehistoric standing stones in England, the three circles and three-stone ‘cove’ of Stanton Drew in Somerset are surprisingly little known. The Great Circle, 113 metres in diameter, is one of the largest stone circles in the country and has 26 surviving upright stones. Yet recent surveys have revealed that the circles and cove were just part of a much more elaborate and important ritual site than had previously been imagined.

Nunney Castle

NUNNEY CASTLE

12 miles from Wells Parish

Picturesque moated castle built in the 1370s. Held for the King during the Civil War, falling to Parliamentarian cannon in 1645: the gun-damaged wall finally collapsing on Christmas Day 1910.

Stoney Littleton Long Barrow

STONEY LITTLETON LONG BARROW

13 miles from Wells Parish

One of the finest accessible examples of a Neolithic chambered tomb, with its multiple burial chambers open to view. Bring a torch and experience the burial chambers at first hand.

Muchelney Abbey

MUCHELNEY ABBEY

15 miles from Wells Parish

Once a wealthy Benedictine house, Muchelney’s main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory – the only one in Britain.


Churches in Wells Parish

St Cuthbert's, Wells

St Cuthbert Street Wells
01749 676906

St Cuthbert's is the parish and civic church for the city of Wells. We aim to offer God's welcome to visitors and residents alike.

St Thomas

St Thomas Street Wells
(01749) 672335
http://www.stthomaswells.co.uk

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We think we're Wells' best-kept secret and we hope that you'll come and find us!

Our parish covers the Eastern end of the cathedral city and the rural communities of East and West Horrington and the new community of South Horrington.

We are linked with the benefices of Chewton Mendip with Emborough, Ston Easton and Litton.

Our website offers ‘snapshots' of who we are and what we do, but there is no substitute for meeting us one Sunday, when we can say, "Welcome to St Thomas".

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Wells Cathedral

Cathedral Green Wells
01749 674483
http://www.wellscathedral.org.uk

Wells Cathedral exists for the glory of God and as a sign of God's kingdom in the world. To that end, a daily round of prayer and worship is offered throughout the year, with the great festivals and events of the Christian year also celebrated in special services.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Coronavirus, all regular worship, events and tours have been been suspended in Wells Cathedral until further notice and the Cathedral is closed to the public. The information below reflects the timings of services during normal operation. For further information, visit our website.

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General Service Times

Monday to Saturday 

8.00am      Morning Liturgy

5.15pm      Choral Evensong

Sundays 

8.00am      Holy Communion

9.45am      Eucharist

11.30am    Choral Matins

3.00pm      Choral Evensong

Wellsprings is a Sunday worship initiative for the younger members of the Cathedral community and young visitors which takes place during the Eucharist when, during the middle part of the service,  children (and parents of the youngest children) are invited to join us in the Education Room for their own more age-appropriate liturgy.

Details of all services and other events in the Cathedral are also available on the Cathedral's website at www.wellscathedral.org.uk.

 


Pubs in Wells Parish

Ancient Gate House Hotel
Britannia Inn

Bath Road, Wells, BA5 3LQ
(01749) 672033
thebritanniainnwells.co.uk/

A good sized and friendly local on the outskirts of the city. In the garden there is a pets corner for the little ones. Ring for opening hours.
Cheddar Valley Inn

22 Tucker Street, Wells, BA5 2DZ
(01749) 670698
thecheddarvalley.co.uk/

A popular, simple, traditional pub close to the town centre. Now mainly cider, or a couple of keg beers.
Fosso Lounge

41 High St, Wells, BA5 2AE
(01749) 676127
thelounges.co.uk/fosso/

A member of the expanding 'Lounge' bar/bistro chain. Mostly food orientated, with a range of keg beers on tap, including Brewdog.
Fountain Inn

1 St Thomas Street, Wells, BA5 2UU
(01749) 672317
fountaininn.co.uk/

Comfortable and smart food orientated pub with an upstairs wine bar (beer downstairs). May serve up to four ales as well as its extensive wine list. According to some local reports - "no longer a 'pub'. A reluctance to serve beer without a...
Full Moon

42 Southover, Wells, BA5 1UH
(01749) 678291

A smart friendly locals free house just off the city centre. The interior of the pub comprises a public bar with sports TV and a quieter lounge area, which is divided between the bar and a snug-like area. Out back is the city's largest pub...
Globe Inn

18-20 Priest Row, Wells, BA5 2PY
(01749) 678998
theglobeinn-wells.co.uk/

A comfortable pub, located down a side street just south of the city centre. A friendly welcome and thee constantly changing good local ales make this well worth a visit. There is a separate dining area and a quaint 'retro' sitting room hid...
Just Ales

38 Market Street, Wells, BA5 2DS
(01749) 678480
justales.com

Wells first Micro pub, opened in March 2016 by two beer enthusiasts in what was an old tea-shop, just a few yards from the High Street. As well as between four to six ales being on gravity, there are as many real ciders. The ales can come f...
King's Head

36 High Street, Wells, BA5 2SG
(01749) 939069
thekingsheadwells.co.uk/

In the heart of Wells, on the high street, this is one of Wells' oldest pubs with late 18th century façade to 14th century building. Grade II* Listed (Historic England list entry 1382974). It has two, back to back, bars, both with large se...
Mermaid Inn

1-2 Tucker Street, Wells, BA5 2DZ
None

Plans are to reopen the pub in 2022
Quarter Jack

18 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SY
(01749) 836930
jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/...

A branch of Wetherspoon’s just off the city centre with a comfortable, large, and open seating area. Features include a glass fronted real ale cellar and an intriguingly designed garden. The usual 'spoon's range is complemented by around fo...
Rose & Crown

7 St John Street, Wells, BA5 1SW
(01749) 684644

Situated just off the high street, this thriving town centre pub has at least three guest ales on most of the time, changing on a regular basis, plus Courage Directors. Very friendly and welcoming staff. If you like a drop of the stronger...
Sherston Inn

Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SU
None
thesherstonwells.co.uk/

Handsome old city centre inn, with well reviewed accommodation and food.
Star Hotel

High Street, Wells, BA5 2SG

Star Hotel, Wells
Sun Inn

20 Union Street, Wells, BA5 2PU

Closed Sept 2013 now A Greek restaurant http://www.sungreektaverna.co.uk/ Sells Argo, an unpasteurised bottled ale from a Greek microbrewery.
Swan Hotel

Sadler Street, Wells, BA5 2RX
(01749) 836300
swanhotelwells.co.uk/

A 15th century century coaching inn opposite the Wells cathedral
Venue

42 South Street, Wells, BA5 1SL
(01749) 679346
thevenue-wells.co.uk

Formerly the Royal British Legion Club, the large main room and seating area leads to a room at the rear with darts, skittles, pool and snooker. Food consists of pizza , pies and burger etc. They do takeaway as well. Popular for birthday p...
Wells Conservative Club

11 Market Place, Wells, BA5 2RF
(01749) 672885
wellsconservativeclub.com/

The Wells Conservative Club is a long established private members club situated next to the Cathedral in the centre of the historic City of Wells. Established at its current address in about 1895 as Wells Constitutional Club. The name was c...
White Hart Inn

Sadler Street, Wells, BA5 2RR
(01749) 672056
whitehartwells.com/pub/

Re-opened November 2018 as a pub/hotel after a full renovation. There are fifteen rooms available and is a short hop from the Cathedral grounds and the delightful Bishop's palace. Part of the Sleeping Bear group of three hotels in Somers...