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Wells

Wells lies along the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills, and combines a wealth of historic interest and beautiful architecture with its role as a thriving business and residential community.

Wells Cathedral was largely built between the 12th and 14th centuries, but was itself a successor to a 7th-century church, founded by the Saxon King Ina. The cathedral is famed for its magnificent west front, featuring over 300 statues and carvings; the inverted scissor arches of the nave, and one of the oldest working mechanical clocks.

The wells, from which the city is named, are now contained within the grounds of the Bishop’s Palace, still the residence of Bishops of Bath and Wells. Regularly opened to the public, its main features are a 13th-century undercroft, imposing state rooms and tranquil gardens surrounded by battlemented walls and a moat.

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Overview

The Ancient Gate House Hotel in Wells, Somerset, is one of the oldest and most interesting hotels in England. Its situation is unique – set on Wells Cathedral Green, facing its beautiful West Front. The hotel offers 9 en-suite bedrooms for bed & breakfast (B&B) accommodation and a ground floor restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine.

Located on Wells Cathedral green in Wells city centre just yards away from the ancient market place and Bishops palace the Ancient Gatehouse hotel is the ideal gateway for exploring history and the surrounding areas of beauty and interest in Somerset. Bristol, Bath, Glastonbury, Clarks Village, Cheddar, Wookey Hole and Longleat are all close by.

Our acclaimed bedrooms are all individually decorated whilst still featuring some of the more interesting historical features of the building. Modern necessities such as hairdryers, colour televisions, tea/coffee making facilities, and telephone with modem come as standard in the rooms.

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