Wells Cathedral, Somerset, England.
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member fellsmanhiker
N 51° 12.620 W 002° 38.659
30U E 524845 N 5673275
Wells is the smallest city in England, but has one of the finest cathedrals. The cathedral was founded in 705AD. The present building began in 1180.
Waymark Code: WM71C2
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/18/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
Views: 13

The name of Wells takes it's name from the springs which are in the grounds of the Bishop's Palace next to the cathedral.
Wells cathedral is of Gothic design. The Great West Front Wall began in 1239, with it's hundreds of carved statues of Saints, missionaries, bishops and kings.

This link to the Timeline has a wealth of information.
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The Cathedral dominates the small city, and thousands of visitors make the pilgrimage every year. Unlike some English cathedrals, there is no admittance charge but have suggested donations boxes.
Address:
Wells Cathedral, Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE


Religious affiliation: Anglican

Date founded or constructed: 1180/1/1

Web site: [Web Link]

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