Tessa Munt, MP for Wells and Mendip Hills, visited The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens on Saturday 14 March as part of British Tourism Week, highlighting the importance of tourism to the city and the wider local economy.  Tourism plays an...

  The Bishop’s Palace will be illuminated in pink and yellow from 27 to 29 March as part of the national “Light Up the UK” campaign, raising awareness of brain tumours and showing support for those affected.  Joining landmarks across the...

  26th April 2026 Visitors are invited to enjoy a free day out at The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens as the historic site throws open its gates for an exciting new Open Day in Wells.  The free-entry event offers a chance to explore the Palace’s...

  Following an exceptionally mild February and an exceptionally wet one (nearly 6 inches), the gardens are as advanced as they have ever been. Our Japanese bananas (outdoors) grew several inches during the month, which is extraordinary. The...

  The gardens become more and more colourful as February progresses and, following last month’s mostly mild, wet and windy weather, there will likely be even more colour this month. If you visit the gardens in February, you will be able to...

  8th January 2026  The Bishop of Bath and Wells, The Right Reverend Michael Beasley, today welcomed visitors to The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens in Wells, blessing the new visitor reception which has been created in the heritage...