Wells United Church

Wells United Church is a pioneering church, in 1917 the two chapels in Union Street, Wells merged together to form one United Church, a merger approved by a special Act of Parliament.

Wells, Somerset

Opening times

Open for services and events (including the Seager Hall which is used by many organisations).

Address

Union Street
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2PU

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51.2091687, -2.648117

In 1648 Baptist & Congregationalists fist met in Wells Cathedral. Their history became a bit hazy around the end of the 17th century, but by 1750 Congregationalists were meeting in a private house in East Wells and by 1787 a Congregational Chapel was built in Grove Lane (Union Street). In 1815 Wells Particular Baptist Church was formed in Grove Lane.

A century ago Wells United Church was formed when two chapels in Union Street, one Baptist and one Congregational merged together to form one United Church. In 1972 the Congregational Church of England and Wales united with the Presbyterian Church of England to form the United Reformed Church.

Wells United Church is now a full part of both the Baptist and United Reformed Churches as a united congregation.

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Social heritage stories

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Famous connections

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Steps to enter the church or churchyard

  • Parking within 250m

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Local Ecumenical Partnership

Contact information

01749 689295

Church website

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