Pictures of Wells
in the county of Somerset
About Wells
Wells, situated at the foot of the picturesque mendip hills, is most certainly one of England's most delightful cathedral cities.
The cathedral buildings date 13th - 15th century and the impressive cathedral west front is adorned with many statues. The hallowed interior of the cathedral is an absolute joy for it has a wonderful branching staircase which leads to the chapter house and a 14th century clock.
There are many other buildings associated with the cathedral among which is the famous Vicars Close with its beautifully preserved 14th century houses each topped with a magnificent tall chimney.
Cross the cathedral green and you will find the moated Bishop's Palace where the famed Well's swans ring a bell sited near the draw-bridge for food.
All of these very fine buildings form part of one of England's largest medieval ecclesiastical precincts.
There are many other interesting buildings in and around Wells, not least the buildings which form the well known Royal Wells School of Music.
Local attractions include Wookey Hole, Cheddar Caves and nearby Clarke's Village in Street.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Wells
| Bishop's Palace, Wells | (0.1 miles, 0.1 km) | Pictures |
| Wells Cathedral | (0.3 miles, 0.6 km) | Pictures |
| Wookey Hole Caves and Papermill | (1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Glastonbury Tor | (5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| The Chalice Well Gardens | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Glastonbury Abbey | (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Cheddar Caves and Gorge | (7.3 miles, 11.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| King John's Hunting Lodge | (9.6 miles, 15.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Nunney Castle | (11.4 miles, 18.4 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Fleet Air Arm Museum | (13.4 miles, 21.5 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Alfred's Tower | (13.8 miles, 22.2 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Stourhead | (15.6 miles, 25.1 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Burnham-on-Sea Lighthouse | (15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Longleat House & Safari Park | (15.8 miles, 25.5 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Tyntesfield | (16.0 miles, 25.7 km, direction N) | Pictures |
All attractions in WellsAll attractions in SomersetComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Wells
Wookey, in the county of Somerset (1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction W)
It is a pleasant resort village made famous by the glittering limestone cavern known as "Wookey Hole" which comprises of several dramatic chambers.
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Glastonbury, a Historic Market Town in the county of Somerset (5.3 miles, 8.6 km, direction SW)
This little town now enjoys world renown for its annual music festival which attracts thousands of visitors from all over the...
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Cheddar, a Picturesque Village in the county of Somerset (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction NW)
Often called 'Englands Grand Canyon' Chedder Gorge was carved out by a river that now runs underground.
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Langport, in the county of Somerset (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction SW)
This old town cradled at the heart of the Somerset Levels, sits bounded by the soft rolling Somerset countryside.
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Burnham-on-Sea, in the county of Somerset (15.3 miles, 24.6 km, direction W)
This invigorating Somerset coastal resort offers visitors a variety of experiences. It has a rich expanse of sand covering almost seven miles of coast, making it an idyllic resort for families with children.
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Stourton, in the county of Wiltshire (15.9 miles, 25.6 km, direction SE)
Stourton is noted for the church dedicated to St. Peter where you can see many memorials to the famous Hoare banking family and for the house which was the families ancestral home.
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Bath, in the county of Somerset (16.9 miles, 27.1 km, direction NE)
Bath is an elegant city famous for its fascinating history, its beautiful Georgian architecture and its Roman remains.
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Poyntington, in the county of Dorset (17.2 miles, 27.6 km, direction S)
This is a delightful small village situated in the picturesque Blackmore Vale where the Dorset and Somerset boundary meets.
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Martock, in the county of Somerset (17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction S)
The interior of Martock's Ham-stone church is perhaps the grandest in all Somerset, the startling effect of the golden stone against the most lavishly decorated of the county's great tie-beam roofs is simply overwhelming.
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Bristol, a Historic City in the county of Somerset (18.8 miles, 30.2 km, direction N)
Bristol Zoo is not this great city's only claim to fame
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Sherborne, a Historic Market Town in the county of Dorset (18.9 miles, 30.5 km, direction S)
The softly glowing Ham stone of which most of the town properties are built, lends warmth and atmosphere to what is already a unique and attractive place.
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Bradford-on-Avon, in the county of Wiltshire (19.4 miles, 31.2 km, direction NE)
Beautiful old town with a rich mixture of mellow Bath stone properties to be seen along ancient winding streets.
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Gillingham, a Historic Market Town in the county of Dorset (19.9 miles, 32.0 km, direction SE)
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Warminster, in the county of Wiltshire (20.1 miles, 32.4 km, direction E)
This is a former wool and corn town with a fascinating history stretching back to Saxon times. It sits comfortably beneath the chalk downland of the Salisbury Plain at the head of the beautiful Wyle Valley.
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Trowbridge, a Historic Market Town in the county of Wiltshire (20.4 miles, 32.8 km, direction E)
Trowbridge is a historic town crammed with attractive stone buildings. It originated as a settlement along the Biss and flourished from the wool and weaving trades and from these periods there remain many magnificent merchant houses.
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All towns in SomersetComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Castle Cary Station | (9.3 miles, 14.9 km, direction SE) |
| Bruton Station | (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction SE) |
| Bristol International Airport | (12.4 miles, 20.0 km, direction N) |
| M5 Junction 22 | (13.3 miles, 21.4 km, direction W) |
| M5 Junction 23 | (14.8 miles, 23.9 km, direction W) |
| Cardiff International Airport | (33.2 miles, 53.5 km, direction NW) |
| Wells to London | (110.9 miles, 178.5 km, direction E) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Wells
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Wells center |
| The White Hart Hotel | (0.0 miles, 0.1 km) |
| Best Western The Swan Hotel | (0.0 miles, 0.1 km) |
| The Ancient Gatehouse | (0.1 miles, 0.1 km) |
| Beryl | (0.9 miles, 1.5 km) |
| Miller's at Glencot House | (1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction NW) |
| Coxley Vineyard Hotel Limited | (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction SW) |
| Crossways | (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction S) |
| Thatched Cottage | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction E) |
| The Highwayman Inn | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction SE) |
| George & Pilgrims | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction SW) |
| All hotels in Wells |
