A well-loved spring on the road between Wells and Glastonbury is at risk of being closed to the public — after visitors allegedly hurled abuse at the landowner and blocked access to their home.

Littlewell Spring, near Coxley, has long been a popular stop-off for residents filling up bottles from the fresh water source. But this week, the owners of Littlewell Farm B&B took to Facebook to issue a stark warning: respect the rules, or risk losing access altogether.

In a public post, they described an incident where a driver reportedly refused to move their vehicle from the driveway and became verbally aggressive when challenged.

"They then told me to 'Go away and don't talk' — despite the fact they were on my land," the post read. "This absolutely will not be tolerated. If this happens again, I will be shutting the well permanently."

Despite being on private property, the spring has remained accessible as a goodwill gesture. But the owners warned that continued abuse and poor behaviour will bring that to an end.

"I hate that I'm still having to say this," they added, "but if you're coming to use the well at Littlewell, please use the layby or space in front of the pedestrian gate down the road. Don't park on the lawn, block the drive, or endanger others."

St Cuthbert (Out) Parish Council echoed the message, urging people to park responsibly and treat both the site and its owners with respect.

"This is on private land but made accessible to the public as a kind gesture," a spokesperson said. "It should go without saying there is no parking in the driveway, which frequently hinders access for residents. Please park in the layby on the Wells side, just 130 metres away."

The spring is a historical and valued resource — but the owners say that goodwill only stretches so far.

"We wish to continue to keep the well open for many years to come," they wrote. "But the rudeness and open hostility of selfish people will not be tolerated."

Unless attitudes change, it may soon be a case of well well well… no more.