City of Wells Almshouses
City of Wells Almshouses, Priest Row, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2QE
Historical 15th-century Almshouses (Grade II*) with chapel and gardens and the former City of Wells Guildroom. Awarded a level 5 'Outstanding' by the Royal Horticultural Society 'Mendip in Bloom'. Includes Llewellyn and Charles Almshouses in Priest Row, Wells. Still in use as Almshouses.
Stewards will be on-site to assist visitors and self-guide leaflets will be available.
Refreshments will be available on the day
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1100-1600
Location & directions
City of Wells Almshouses, Priest Row, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2QE
- Directions:
- Close to Waitrose and Union Street car parks
- Contact on day:
- Caroline Tollworthy
- Telephone number:
- +441749675813
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There are 4 steps into the Llewellyns site. Some uneven paths. Pushchairs can be used. Toilets available on the Bubwith site, one is wheelchair accessible
Additional information
The Bubwith Almshouses have a beautiful 'Secret Garden' and a courtyard garden. Residents and stewards will be on-site to guide and inform visitors. Walking guides are available for all points of historical interest. There will be music played in the chapel
