Experience true peace, beauty and space in the heart of Wells, Somerset
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What’s on at The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, Wells
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“There’s so much to see and do at the Palace!”
The Gardens
The 14 acres of gardens at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells, Somerset are a haven of tranquility and peace. In January 2016, the Gardens were awarded RHS Partner Garden status.
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The Bishop’s Palace
Home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for over 800 years, this stunning medieval palace is open for all to enjoy.
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The Bishop’s Table
Delicious locally-sourced homemade food and some of the best coffee and cake you'll find in Wells, Somerset at the award-winning Bishop's Table café.
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Family Fun
We’ve got so much for families to do at The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens - whatever the weather, you can always have a great day out.
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Historic Wells
Visit England’s smallest city - Wells, Somerset - with its medieval centre and wide variety of unique shops and watering holes.
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The Chapel
At the heart of the Palace is The Bishop’s Chapel. Visitors of all faiths and none are welcome to pause and be refreshed by the ancient peace of this sacred place.
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Latest News
Gardener’s Corner: September 2024
Gardener's Corner: September 2024 September has become a bumper month in recent years; it is becoming warmer and sunnier, which...
From the Palace Archive: The Cost of Being a Bishop
The Cost of Being a Bishop Article featured in Picture Post, 1 October 1949 Written by Caryl Brahms Photographs by Raymond S....
Young Photographers encouraged to share their skills in competition and free workshops at The Bishop’s Palace
Are you aged 11-18, enjoy taking photos, fancy winning £50 and seeing your work exhibited at The Bishop’s Palace? Young...
Eye In The Sky
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Experience true peace, beauty and space in the heart of England’s smallest city.
The Bishop’s Palace & Gardens in Wells, Somerset has been home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for over 800 years and this stunning medieval palace is open for all to enjoy.
Surrounded by a breath-taking moat (with resident swans) visitors can cross a flagstone drawbridge, walk under the portcullis and experience a true hidden gem in the heart of the City of Wells.
There are 14 acres of outstanding, landscaped RHS Partner gardens to explore, including the beautiful well pools from which the city takes its name.
Discover the medieval splendours of the Palace buildings, from the vaulted Undercroft to the elegant Long Gallery, and experience year-round family events, guided tours and a café with the best views in Wells!
For younger visitors there is a large play area “The Dragon’s Lair” hidden in the Arboretum. From family and community activity days, historical re-enactment, exhibitions, large-scale festivals, theatre, concerts, talks, and workshops – we’ve got something for everybody whatever your age or interests.
