Built from honey-coloured stone between 1176 and 1450, Wells Cathedral is an intricaticate example of Gothic architecture. It has been called "unquestionably one of the most beautiful" and "most poetic" English cathedrals, and its easy to see why.

You can visit the cathedral from 7am - 7pm. Three is also a cafe, shop, and possibility to go on a guided tour. You can find more information, here: wellscathedral.org.uk

Alex S

December 11, 2019

Road cycling

The whole of Wells is worth a good wander, beautiful as it is, but the cathedral is definitely one of the highlights along with the main square and the bishops’s palace.

T1pkp

July 3, 2021

Cycling

As the seat of an ancient cathedral and diocese, Wells is historically regarded as a city. Its city council boundary area, surrounded wholly by countryside makes Wells the smallest free-standing city in the UK (2.11 sq mi). The City of London is smaller but is part of a much larger urban area.

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1. Well's Cathedral, The Bishop’s Palace, and Dincote loop

10.2km

02:45

130m

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Bishop's Palace, Wells – Wells Cathedral loop from Wells

4.04km

01:03

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Bishop's Palace, Wells – Wells City Centre loop from Wells

6.51km

01:41

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 100 m

Daily, see website for times.

Free (donations welcomed)

Contacts

Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2UE

www.wellscathedral.org.uk/

01749 674483

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1. Well's Cathedral, The Bishop’s Palace, and Dincote loop

2. The Bishop's Palace, Wells – Wells Cathedral loop from Wells

3. The Bishop's Palace, Wells – Wells City Centre loop from Wells

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