Wells & Glastonbury
Wells & Glastonbury
Wells holds a delightful contradiction: England’s smallest city possesses one of its most magnificent cathedrals. The moment you round the corner and see that glorious West Front, adorned with nearly 300 medieval sculptures – you understand why size means nothing.
The cathedral’s astronomical clock, installed around 1390, is one of the world’s oldest working mechanical clocks. Adjacent sits the Bishop’s Palace, where resident mute swans have learned to ring a bell when they want feeding … a tradition passed down since the 1850s.
From Wells, it’s just 20 minutes to Glastonbury, where history and legend blur beautifully. The ruined abbey allegedly holds the tomb of King Arthur and Guinevere. The climb up Glastonbury Tor is essential—360-degree views stretch across six counties on clear days.
Useful info:
Time needed at destination: Full day for both destinations
Average travel time: One hour
Nathan and Laura's English tip:
Start in Wells mid-morning. Time it right and you might catch Evensong in the cathedral. We can time your Tor climb for sunset views—the light across the Somerset Levels is absolutely magical.
