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The Bishop’s Palace in Wells will launch a Splash Play Zone for children on Sunday, 26 April 2026.

Wells splash play zone to open in Dragon’s Lair

13th Apr 2026 |

Wells to display King John's 1201 Royal Charter at Town Hall on May 16, 2026, as part of Mayor Making. Exhibit open April 25-May 27.

Wells Royal Charter to go on display at Town Hall

13th Apr 2026 |

Consistent shoplifting in Wells, burglary in Street, Shepton Mallet vehicle crime, and Glastonbury's anti-social behavior persist in Somerset police data.

Somerset’s low-level crime shows a clear local pattern

12th Apr 2026 |

Somerset Council has allocated £272,824 for consultants to review parking charges and car park usage ahead of new proposals due in the autumn.

Somerset parking review costs £1,500 per car park

10th Apr 2026 |

Wells City Council, Somerset Council and Accessible Wells say partnership work is helping improve access across the city, from pathways and signage to meeting venues.

Wells accessibility work continues across city

10th Apr 2026 |

Somerset recycling disruption affects Wells, Street and Glastonbury

Somerset recycling disruption hits Wells, Street and Glastonbury

10th Apr 2026 |

Wells ghost tour fans are being invited to follow Walpurga the Wells Witch through the city on a chilling new audio walk. (Supplied)

Wells ghost tour dares brave souls to walk with witch

10th Apr 2026 |

This week’s Wells jobs round-up has money, maintenance, care work and the odd nocturnal career move.

Wells jobs this week: law at the top end, boilers in the middle, and not much sitting still

10th Apr 2026 |

Horse-riders feel overlooked as vehicles block a Mendip Hills route.

Horse riders furious as cars block key bridleway

10th Apr 2026 |

Wells will host a family event with the Somerset Dragon on Saturday, 11 April. Festivities in Market Place, with performances and a themed market.

Somerset Dragon to roar into Market Place

9th Apr 2026 |

Wells hosts the Queer Steampunk Ball at the White Hart on Friday, 17 April. Featuring Professor Elemental, proceeds aid Wells Pride and Somerset 2BU.

Queer Steampunk Ball to back Pride causes

9th Apr 2026 |

Wells week is bustling: talks, music, community events, and more from April Ninth to Eighteenth, with highlights including the City of Wells Bowls Club opening.

Quizzes, bowls and folk on the bill in Wells this week

9th Apr 2026 |

Residents have lodged objections to plans for up to 73 homes off Orchard Lea in Wells, raising concerns over roads, wildlife, drainage and landscape harm.

Wells 73-home plan meets wave of resident objections

8th Apr 2026 |

Wells Britannia Inn community group makes formal offer

Wells Britannia bid lodged as appeal battle goes on

8th Apr 2026 |

Doulting Stone Quarry, a historic site with major limestone reserves near Shepton Mallet, is for sale

Quarry with 900,000 tonnes up for sale

8th Apr 2026 |

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