- Wells Cathedral - As you approach Wells Cathedral, marvel at the stunning West Front with 127 medieval statues. This magnificent building has been a worship site for over 800 years and is renowned for its impressive architecture.
You can pause here to hear the medieval clock chime. Its unique design features armoured knights that joust every quarter-hour, providing a delightful spectacle.
- Vicar’s Close - Walking along Vicars’ Close, Europe’s oldest continuously occupied residential street, you’ll appreciate the well-preserved medieval architecture. This charming street has housed the cathedral’s clergy for centuries.
- The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens - As you stroll past the Bishop’s Palace & Gardens, you’ll see the majestic ruins of the Great Hall and the serene 14-acre gardens. This historic site has been the residence of the Bishops of Bath and Wells for over 800 years.
- Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour
- Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour for flexible exploration
- Directions to the starting point
Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Wells. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll savour Wells’ charm, where dragon slayers and medieval streets meet.
I’ll tell you about the heroic dragon-slaying bishop, Bishop Jocelin, and how the town commemorates this dramatic event every 50 years to prevent the mythical creatures’ return. At Wells Cathedral, you’ll hear about spectacular Palm Sunday processions to the cathedral, where the religious community dresses up in their cassocks, surplices, and copes. The tour ends at the Wells Market Cross & Fountain, where I’ll tell you how William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, once addressed 3,000 people at a nearby pub.
At the end of this tour, you’ll have discovered Wells’ charming streets and the delightful folklore hidden around every corner. I’ll also tell you how Wells is a favourite filming destination for British studios and let you in on some famous productions filmed here.
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
