ENGLAND
4 DAYS from £336
Wells Cathedral
Wells Weekender & Beyond The historic Swan Hotel is fabulously located in the very centre of the city, for a weekend well spent in Wells and its surrounds! We enjoy free time to explore the fine city, with the highlight being a guided tour of Wells Cathedral, described as “unquestionably one of the most beautiful” and “the most poetic” of English cathedrals, completed with a tasty cream tea.
Cheddar Gorge Caverns
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Wells and Wells Cathedral
and famed for its alternative lifestyle and annual music festival. We enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of Glastonbury Abbey , whose buildings, ruins and parkland are said to conceal Arthur’s burial place. After free time for lunch in Glastonbury, we visit Cheddar Gorge, a towering limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills. We have time at leisure to view the cliffs, stalactite-filled caves (charges apply), independent shops and cafes before returning to the hotel this afternoon. Day 4 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
We enjoy a full day in Wells today, the smallest city in England. Small but perfectly formed, Wells offers numerous historical marvels such as the famous 14th century Astronomical Clock, The Bishop’s Palace & Gardens and, of course, the outstanding cathedral. We begin our day at the popular outdoor street market held every Saturday in Wells Market Place, where we can browse a selection of local produce and goods. We spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the charming city, including the beautiful ‘must-see’ Wells Cathedral , built from around 1175. Here, we enjoy a guided tour , taking in highlights such as the magnificent West Front, the stunning stained glass Jesse Window, the Cathedral Clock and the Scissor Arches. We also enjoy a cream tea during our visit. HOW ABOUT? Beautiful choral evensong services take place on both Saturday and Sunday afternoons in Wells Cathedral and are a lovely way to round off the day. Day 3 Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury & Cheddar Gorge After breakfast, we travel to historic Glastonbury, a town associated with the legend of King Arthur,
Swan Hotel Wells, Somerset plus The historic, award-winning 4-star Swan Hotel could not be more centrally located or have a more dramatic view. Located directly opposite Wells Cathedral, parts of the hotel date back to 1422 and, over the years the hotel has been sympathetically refurbished and extended, offering modern amenities in a beautiful setting. All 46 bedrooms are furnished in an elegant, traditional style and are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Owing to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift but there are three ground floor rooms located in the adjoining Coach House. The hotel boasts an elegant yet modern bar, a comfortable lounge with a warming log fire and a beautiful wood panelled restaurant. There is also an outside terrace that has unrestricted views over Cathedral Green and Wells Cathedral. • Limited ground floor rooms • Welcome glass of
HOW ABOUT? Departures for Bath Christmas Market and Festival of Lights at Longleat are also available. Ask your Account Manager for details.
INCLUSIONS • Guided tour of Wells Cathedral and cream tea • Guided tour of Glastonbury Abbey
Bucks Fizz before dinner on the first night • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge 3 Nights Half Board Twin from £336pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £106 Based on Friday arrivals
Vicar’s Close, Wells
Cheddar Gorge
Glastonbury Abbey
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