A fortified and moated medieval palace, now the Bishop's residence, with a ruined banqueting hall which has been made into a garden. There is an arboretum in the grounds.
Address - The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2PD Opening times - 21 March to 25 October
Sun-Fri 10.30am-6.00pm
Saturday 10.30pm-2.00pm
26 October to 19 December
Wed-Sun 10.30am-3.30pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Last entry is one hour before closing
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens will be closing after the 19 December for the winter season. Admission - Gift Aid Admission Charges
Adult £5.50
Concession £4.40
(Over 60, disabled, student, unemployed)
Under 18 £1.10
Under 12 Free
Essential helpers assisting disabled visitors
Free Website - Visit the Bishops Palace website
Nearby Garden Nurseries
Garden Nurseries within 30km as the crow flies from this garden.