History Alive: Vikings

History Alive: Vikings

Viking Living History weekend at The Bishop’s Palace 12 September 2026 | 9.30am – 5.30pm   Step back in time this September as the Vikings invade The Bishop’s Palace for a day of immersive living history. Across the historical Palace grounds, visitors can...
Outdoor Theatre: Illyria – The Pirates of Penzance

Outdoor Theatre: Illyria – The Pirates of Penzance

Illyria – Pirates of Penzance Outdoor Theatre at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells, Somerset 11 September 2026 | 6.30pm   Frederick, accidentally apprenticed to pirates as a child, is indentured to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday. On the day he reaches...
Medieval Falconry Day

Medieval Falconry Day

  Medieval Falconry Day 11 April 2026 | 9.30am – 5.30pm (displays at 11am and 3pm)   If you’re looking for a day out with a difference, don’t miss The Bishop’s Palace’s Medieval Falconry Day on Saturday 11th April (site open...
History Alive: Britain at War

History Alive: Britain at War

  World War 2 re-enactment weekend at The Bishop’s Palace 1-2 August 2026 | 9.30am – 5.30pm Travel back to wartime Britain and experience the sights, sounds and spirit of the 1940s at The Bishop’s Palace. Our Britain at War Day brings history to life...
10 Ideas for Fun Days Out with the Kids in Somerset

10 Ideas for Fun Days Out with the Kids in Somerset

If you’re looking for family day out ideas in Somerset, we’ve put together some ideas for attractions to visit in the Wells area and further afield – all within around an hour’s drive from Wells. Read on below to find out more: 1. Wells and Mendip Museum...