Bishop's Palace & Gardens, in Wells

Hidden within the ancient ramparts and protected by the moat, 14 acres of stunning, tranquil gardens await you.

Wander along and around the many herbaceous borders, savour the scent of roses in the parterre, admire the views from the top of the ramparts, meander through the Arboretum, admire the reflection of the Cathedral in one of the well pools, explore what is growing in the Community Garden and, finally, take a moment to recharge your batteries in the contemporary Garden of Reflection.

There is evidence that a garden existed here even before Bishop Jocelyn began work on building the Palace c.1206. Over the years the gardens have changed as successive bishops have added their legacy and today it has Grade II listed garden status due to its special historic nature.

In 2016, the gardens were acknowledged by the Royal Horticultural Society, by being made a "Partner Garden". This status is awarded to gardens of "outstanding and exceptionally high standards of planting and design" - a great achievement for the team working under head gardener James Cross.

Included in your admission ticket is a choice of daily guided tours of the Palace & Gardens.

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