Educational Visits
We welcome visits from schools, nurseries and educators and our online learning pack is full of useful resources to help you plan your visit.
This 14 acre heritage attraction has been the home of The Bishop of Bath & Wells for the last 800 years. It is steeped in history and there are learning opportunities around every corner. Many groups come to spend time together too, focusing on well-being and nature.
- 800 year old Bishop’s Palace full of Bishop’s portraits, vestments, and coronation exhibits
- The wellpools that give our city its name
- The Bishop of Bath & Wells’ chapel
- Dragon’s Lair Play Area (including storytelling circle)
- Stunning outdoor picnic areas
- Indoor lunch provision at our medieval banqueting tables
- Dressing up
- Short videos explaining about a) modern bishops b) 800 year old legend of a dragon and c) how the site has changed over the last 1000 years
- Community garden with seasonal flowers and veg
Learning Pack
Our Learning Activity Pack has been created for teachers and group leaders planning a self-led visit to the site. Included are several materials designed to suit different subjects, key stages and abilities. You will find information about The Bishop’s Palace, activities for use on your visit and ideas for post-visit activities.
Christmas Eco Art Exhibition 2025
Schools and nurseries from across the Wells area have created incredible exhibits for this year’s Christmas Eco Art Exhibition, themed around Christmas carols. You can see the wonderful work and imagination the children have put into their creations by visiting the Palace and heading to the Conference Room. The participating pupils produced impressive exhibits using recycled materials as part of an effort to embrace environmental sustainability during the festive season. Prizes were awarded for the cutest, the biggest, the best interpretation of the theme and the display that involved the most children. Thank you for taking part and we hope you enjoy it!
If your school might like to take part next year please contact Gemma Palmer, Community Engagement Assistant, [email protected]
Contact Us
Please contact Gemma Palmer for more information [email protected]. For general information on educational visits and to make a booking please contact Gemma.