Things to do
Wellesley Park is well placed for exploring the surrounding beautiful countryside and various historic cities. We also have many National Trust properties on our doorstep and neighbouring golf courses.
- Local Towns
Wells – approx 1.5 miles – Wells is most famous for its 12th Century Cathedral, making it the smallest city in England. A local market is held every Wednesday and Saturday morning in the Old Market Place.
Glastonbury – approx 5.5 miles – famous for its Abbey and the Glastonbury Tor. Rich in pre-Christian history and eclectic shops.
Street – approx. 7 miles – best known for Clarkes shopping village offering brand names at factory prices.
Bath – approx. 22 miles – packed with historic landmarks such as the Roman Baths, 15th Century Abbey, the Jane Austin Centre, the Pump Room and first rate shopping.
Shepton Mallet – approx. 3 miles – places of interest include the heritage Centre, Kilver Vourt Gardens and Designer Outlets (incl. the Mulberry Factory Shop)
- Local Shops
Supermarkets – Waitrose and Morrisons approx 1.5 miles (Waitrose also deliver)
Wells town centre – good selection of shops and restaurants
- Nearest Railway Stations
Castle Cary (approx 11 miles)
Bath (22 miles)
Bristol Temple Meads (23 miles)
- Golf
Wells Golf Club – Wells (approx 4 miles)
Mendip Golf Club Ltd. – Gurney Slade (approx 8 miles)
Farrington Golf Course – Farrington Gurney (approx 12 miles)