Things to do in Wells, Somerset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Wells, Somerset.
Sport in Wells
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of Wells.
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The Square Soft Play
A great value indoor soft play centre in Wells, Somerset. Multiple play areas for various ages, birthday party venue and friendly staff.
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Food and Drink in Wells
Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.
Food and drink within 10 miles of Wells.
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Coffee #1 | Wells
The medieval city of Wells is renowned for it’s rich history - and Coffee#1 Wells follows in that tradition. A listed building, it’s charming and welcoming. Take the weight off your feet in one of our comfy chairs, or grab a moment to yourself in a cosy corner. It’s a great place to relax before heading out to explore.
29
Nov
Christmas Cake Decorating Workshop with The Cottage Table | Goldfinch
Wow this Christmas with your own decorated Christmas Cake
Cheddar Woods Bistro
Great food and drink in lovely surroundings
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The Great Outdoors in Wells
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Wells.
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King's Castle Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Just a mile south-east of the centre of Wells, this is an ancient semi-natural woodland, made up primarily of ash, hazel and field maple, with planted oak and a fine stand of small-leaved lime. The main woodland is on a flat-topped promontory of the outlying Mendip Hills where an Iron Age fort once stood.
Cooks Field | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Cooks Field is a flower rich limestone grassland on steep slopes and traditional hay meadows on the higher and flatter ground. It is an important site for grassland butterflies.
Lynchcombe | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Lynchcombe is a flower rich grassland in a dramatic setting high up on the Mendip escarpment with panoramic views across the Somerset Levels.
Yarley Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Yarley Fields nature reserve lies on the gentle south-facing slope of Yarley Hill overlooking the Somerset Levels a few miles west of Wells.
Withial Combe | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Withial Combe is mainly comprised of a remote, steep-sided ancient wooded ravine together with two small meadows great for woodland flowers and birds.
Tor Hole Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Tor Hole Fields reserve is made up of seven fields which are traditionally managed hay meadows rich in wildflowers and meadow butterflies.
Westhay Moor National Nature Reserve | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Westhay Moor is part of the mystical Avalon Marshes within Somerset's historic Levels and Moors. It provides a home for rare wildlife and a unique insight into thousands of years of shifting landscape.
Draycott Sleights | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Photographers and serious naturalists alike love Draycott Sleights for the rich variety of wildlife and spectacular panoramic views across the Somerset Levels as far as Dorset, Exmoor and South Wales.
Street Heath | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Street Heath, just two miles from Glastonbury, is a combination of carr woodland and acidic mire with wet and dry heath. The great diversity of vegetation on the reserve is good for insect life and supports numerous species of butterflies, moths, grasshoppers and crickets.
Middledown | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Middledown is an area of neutral and limestone grassland high up on the Mendip Hills; why not pack a picnic and come and enjoy the far reaching views?
Harridge Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Sadly this woodland is badly affected by ash die back. This means that the ash trees are not in good health, they and their limbs are prone to failing and falling. We do not recommend visiting this nature reserve at the current time.
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The Arts in Wells
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
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Cave Diving Museum
Visit the Wookey Hole Museum and learn more about the historical objects found in and around the caves and the history of cave diving itself.
16
Feb
Draycott Community Cinema: An evening of local history films
Come join us for a night of nostalgia featuring 20 short films about the history of Draycott and the surrounding area.
A delicious pasty is included with your ticket and a bar taking cash and card will be available for all your beverage needs.
You may have come along to a similar event a few years ago, but this one is a different set of films so new to all of us (apart from the people in them!)
Doors open at 645pm with the screenings to start at 730pm. There will be an interval at approximately 830pm.
Due to the catering involved, no tickets will be available on the door, so please book as soon as you can.
NB - this is a special screening and therefore not applicable for annual passes or vouchers.
19
Jan
Draycott Community Cinema: The Fisher King
Robin Williams & Jeff Bridges will be lighting up our beautiful new screen in The Fisher King at 8pm at the hall, so get an online ticket by clicking the link, pop to the shop for one in person or buy one on the door tomorrow. The choice is yours! Usual refreshments available from the bar supplied by Draycott Village Shop and Cheddar Ales.
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History and Heritage in Wells
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Wells.
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Glastonbury Tribunal | English Heritage
Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.
Meare Fish House | English Heritage
The only surviving monastic fishery building in England, this housed the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying.
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Craft in Wells
Find inspiration in workshops and local craft markets, perfect for creators of all skill levels.
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1
Dec
Christmas Wreath Workshop | Goldfinch
Want to be the envy of all your neighbours this Christmas? I always provide the very best ingreadients at these workshops to ensure that you make something amazing an bespoke! We have taught 100's of people to make beautiful Christmas wreaths over the years and I never let someone leave with something they don't love!My workshops will take place at our studio and will be limited to a MAX 10 people per session, ensuring that you get plenty of one-on-one time with me. We have no bum fights for the best bits of foliage, no hidden charges for decorations and no bending over low tables in a chilly village hall. Our studio is equipt with height adjustable desks, accessible entrance and on-site facilities so no one has to miss out. I provide Mulled wine and mince pies at the workshop, all equipment is provided. The best way to get into the Christmas Spirit guaranteed!
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Wildlife in Wells
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
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Cockles Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
The steeply sloping higher ground to the west supports dry grassland species whereas the low damp east side supports a range of waterside plants. Also look out for evidence of Medieval and Roman opencast mining activities which were carried out here.
Sharpham Moor | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A damp woodland reserve with areas of rank grass and scrub great for bird song in spring and damselfly and dragonfly spotting in the summer.
Ubley Warren | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Ubley Warren bears the scars of an industrial past with low gullies cut into the limestone rock called rakes and deep mine shafts featuring in its landscape; this is reflected in the nationally scarce lead tolerating plants which are found here.
Mascall's Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Mascall's Wood comprises of an area of broadleaved ancient woodland on very steep slopes with a great diversity of woodland flora and lower slopes.
Cheddar Complex | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Three SWT reserves make up the Cheddar Complex; Black Rock, Long Wood and Velvet Bottom. The complex offers a chance to explore the desolate beauty of the Mendip Hills. The remote landscape is fractured with traditional stone walls and offers panoramic views across the Levels and Moors. The area is famous for its caving and the spectacular Cheddar Gorge which runs close to the reserves.
Bubwith Acres | Somerset Wildlife Trust
An area of limestone grassland and heath with bracken encroachment high up on the Mendip Hills. In spring and summer there is a fantastic display of wildflowers, with the varying soil types found across the site supporting different species.
White Field | Somerset Wildlife Trust
White Field is a small area of unimproved, yet important, species-rich hay meadow together with a small copse. It is a reserve which remains in an area that has largely seen a decline in wildlife due to agricultural intensification.
Edford Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Sadly this broadleaved woodland is badly affected by ash die back. This means that the ash trees are not in good health, they and their limbs are prone to failing and falling. We do not recommend visiting this reserve at the current time. The seasonal footpath, normally open in spring, will remain closed this year.
Great Breach Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Part of a network of SWT reserves in the East Polden Hills, Great Breach Wood is a wonderfully diverse woodland with wildlife rich scrub and many glades and rides.
Hollow Marsh Meadow | Somerset Wildlife Trust
This hay meadow nature reserve offers glorious displays of wild flowers including orchids from spring to mid summer and is a great reminder of how wildlife rich our countryside can be if given a chance. On a warm day it really does throng with life and can be actually quite noisy with the sound of buzzing insects.
Lots Grassland | Somerset Wildlife Trust
An upland area of heathland known as Limestone Heath which is an uncommon habitat on the Mendip Hills and is great for heathland flowers. Another unusual feature for this limestone area is the appearance of springs which makes parts of the site wet all year round.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Wells
Keward
Haybridge
Dulcote
Burcott
Launcherley
Walcombe
Upper Milton
Lower Milton
Upper Croxley
Coxley
Dinder
Coxley Wick
Wookey
Wookey Hole
Worminster
West Horrington
East Horrington
Haydon
Easton
Yarley
Callow Hill
Barrow
East Water
North Wootton
Westbury-sub-Mendip
Holly Brook
Polsham
Southway
Croscombe
Green Ore
Old Ditch
Thrupe
Henton
Lower Westholme
West Compton
Priddy
Wick
Wick
Darshill
Upper Westholme
Wicklane
Bleadney
Worthy
Nedge Hill
Brindham
Burford
West End
Laverley
Binegar
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