Wells Cathedral
Perhaps the most beautiful of the great English cathedrals, it was erected between the 12th and 15th centuries and is a significant Somerset landmark.
Perhaps the most beautiful of the great English cathedrals, it was erected between the 12th and 15th centuries and is a significant Somerset landmark.
A long flight of steps leading up from the town square gives great presence to this distinguished looking limestone building whose walls are topped with a parapet of intricately pierced stonework.
Like so many Somerset churches, Isle Abbots has a splendid tower, and this one has some of it's famous ‘hunky punks’ including one that looks to be playing the bagpipes!
With its unusual dedication, to a 6th century saint from north Wales, this is often considered to be the smallest church in England, set in a secluded wooded combe.
Glastonbury Tor has been a site of religious significance for over 1000 years and is known as being one of the most spiritual sites in the country, for Christians and Pagans.
The King of all England, King Edgar was crowned on this site in 973, its west front is incredible, with unique ladders of angels.
Built in 1717, this is one of the finest Quaker meeting houses in the country.
Construction started in the 13th century on the site of a chapel which had been controlled by Glastonbury Abbey.
The singing gallery houses an old clock frame, believed to house one of the oldest remaining clocks in England.
Celebrating Somerset as a place to live, work and play all year round.
As one of the larger English counties, Somerset has stunning beaches, green countryside, woodlands, lakes & more, covering a wide range of landscapes & environments.
Supporting churches in the historic county of Somerset.
Places to visit in Somerset