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Bishop’s Palace Interiors at Wells

The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, near Wells Cathedral, has been the home of the Bishops of Bath and Wells since 1206.

Visitors to the Bishop’s Palace and Gardens can tour the First Floor Gallery (pictured below), State Rooms, and the Bishop’s Chapel. The First Floor Gallery and State Rooms are reached by way of a Jacobean staircase.

The First Floor Gallery

History

The Bishop’s Chapel (see below) was added by Bishop Robert Burnell at the end of the 13th century and has been recently re-ordered.

The Bishop’s Chapel

Inside the Bishop’s Chapel can be seen symbols of the Bishop’s authority. The chapel itself has been used as a house of prayer throughout the centuries.

Bishop’s Palace Interiors

Hours

The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens are open in the summer 10 am – 6 pm, 7 days per week from 25 March – 28 October. In the winter the hours are 10 am – 4 pm, 7 days per week from 28 October – 31 March.

Admission is £8.05 for adults, £3.55 for children (5-18 years), and £21.60 for families (2 adults and 2 children).

Access – Getting There

The Bishops Palace
Wells, Somerset
BA5 2PD
Tel: 01749 988111
Map of South West of England

Wells is under an hour by car from Bath on the A39.

Stay in Wells

If you wish to stay in Wells, The White Hart Hotel, a 15th-century coaching house, is just a short walk from Wells Cathedral. There are 15 bedrooms in this historic AA two-star hotel. Brufani’s Restaurant at the hotel is well known for its excellent food.