All
groups are encouraged to book a visit to ensure facilities
are open to them and to be advised of any restrictions
of access that might apply.
We encourage group visits between 10.00am and 4.00pm,
Monday to Saturday. Groups are welcome outside these
times but free access to parts of the cathedral is restricted
as they may be in use for the primary purpose of worship.
Groups and individuals are always welcome to attend
services. Please note the Cathedral operates a Quiet
Hour, 12 noon to 1pm from April to October. Guided tours
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There
is a designated coach setting down point in Sadler Street,
just off Cathedral Green (see
map). The group leader is asked to register at the
Information Desk, on arrival, whilst the rest of the
party either remain outside or sit at the back of the
Nave. Group entrance is through the door on the left. |
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You
may wish to walk around the Cathedral and discover for
yourselves. However we do recommend a tour by one of
our highly trained guides, which needs to be pre-booked
(at least two weeks in advance) and is free of charge.
Tours last approximately 45 minutes and add significantly
to our visitors' enjoyment and appreciation of the Cathedral. |
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Points
to help in planning your visit:
Driving to Wells in the tourist season may take a little
longer than expected.
Parking in Wells can be difficult and the ensuing walk
to the Cathedral may take as long as 10 minutes. However,
if travelling by coach your driver can drop you in Sadler
Street, just off Cathedral Green.
Your prompt arrival will help our busy volunteer guides
to keep to their schedules and prevent overcrowding
in the Cathedral. If you are more than 20 minutes late
we can't guarantee guide availability. |
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Cloister
Restaurant
Situated
in the original stone cloister the Restaurant
seats up to 96 and serves coffee, lunches and
teas. Food is freshly prepared and the Restaurant
is Egon Ronay recommended. We advise groups (25
plus) to contact us in advance, as catering can
be arranged in Vicars' Hall, a unique medieval
function room. Discounts for group leaders/drivers
or for multiple bookings are available. |
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Cathedral
Shop
The
Cathedral Shop sells an array of gifts, a range
of CDs, including Wells Cathedral Choir recordings,
as well as guidebooks and postcards. |
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