Wells Cathedral

Built between 1175 and 1490 Wells Cathedral has been described as the most poetic of the English Cathedrals. Set in the medieval heart of Englands smallest city, Wells is the earliest English Cathedral to be built in the Gothic style. The current building is a significant landmark in the South West of England, has an international reputation and is TripAdvisor ranked number one for things to do in Wells and in Somerset. Wells Cathedral is a centre of excellence for choral music and over 1,000 services take place in the building every year ranging in style and length from very simple acts of worship to larger, more ceremonial occasions. These are open to all and first time visitors are especially welcome. Wells Cathedral has unique features that separate it from other English cathedrals including its iconic West Front and the beautiful scissor arches supporting the central tower, as well as one of the largest collections of historic stained glass in the country. The Cathedral also ...