News in Wells

Kirill Bingham (centre) of Clarke Willmott, sponsor of the Charity of the Year Award, with winners Bridget Harvey and Wendy Attridge of Heads-Up Somerset, based in Wells. (Supplied)
Wells charity named Charity of the Year at Somerset Business Awards 2025

2nd Apr 2025

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Wells Cathedral introduces a limited-edition gin.
Wells Cathedral launches limited-edition gin inspired by English botany pioneer

2nd Apr 2025

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Kaleb Cooper from "Clarkson's Farm" will appear at the Royal Bath and West Show on Friday, May 30, 2025, featuring Q&A and book signing events.
Kaleb Cooper confirmed for 2025 Royal Bath and West Show near Shepton Mallet

2nd Apr 2025

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Wells Rugby Club (file photo)
New home for Wells Rugby Club could bring more pitches and a new clubhouse

1st Apr 2025

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Writers worldwide can enter the Wells Festival of Literature's contests until 30 June for a share of £5,000.
Entries open for Wells Festival of Literature competitions

1st Apr 2025

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Tell us about a brilliant Wells business and you could win champagne or a £125 Amazon voucher when they sign up.
Support your favourite Wells business – and be in with a chance to win

1st Apr 2025

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Discover hidden stories of Wells’ Blue Plaques at the Town Hall on Wednesday 9 April, with insights from former journalist Philip Welch.
Stories behind Wells' Blue Plaques to be revealed in Town Hall talk

1st Apr 2025

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Volunteers from Mulberry spent the day cutting around 1,000 leather blanks for next year’s Pilgrim Days mini book-making sessions.
Mulberry volunteers help bring Wells Cathedral’s Chained Library to life for local students

31st Mar 2025

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Somerset may lose up to £3M for pothole repairs if it fails to report fixes to the DfT by late June.
Somerset risks losing £3m for pothole repairs if it misses June deadline

31st Mar 2025

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Wells ranks as one of Somerset's slowest housing markets.
Wells named among Somerset’s slowest housing markets, according to new data

31st Mar 2025

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Clyce Hole, between Street and Glastonbury (Photo: Derek Harper / Weir at Clyce Hole / CC BY-SA 2.0)
Millions secured to protect Somerset communities from future floods

31st Mar 2025

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The River Sheppey
£278k deal after River Sheppey sewage spill kills thousands of fish

30th Mar 2025

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Wells Cinema
Wells cinema saved from closure after city council steps in to buy site

28th Mar 2025

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Heads up, Wells – road closures start this Monday (31 March)
Major Wells city centre road closures begin Monday

28th Mar 2025

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Say a fond farewell to The Greek Taverna in Wells – the much-loved local spot is closing its doors.
Last chance to say goodbye to The Greek Taverna in Wells

28th Mar 2025

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