Wells, Somerset: England's Smallest City
Tiny city big cathedral.
Wells
really is a tiny city. It got its title of City because it is home to
a beautiful cathedral, but in truth it is the perfect size for a
little weekend day out in the country. Let me show you in this post
why Wells is worth a trip if you're around Somerset!
Of
course, Wells Cathedral is the main attraction. Its square shape and
flat top is very curious and unlike any other cathedral I've seen in
England so far, but the facade is beautiful. The area is very peaceful
as well, you won't see crowds of people flocking around like you would
in Winchester for example. All the better to admire the building and
its intricacies.
The
Cathedral was built between the 12th and the end of the 15th century.
The style is mainly Gothic, and the interior is particularly
beautiful. It has been taken care of so well, that the building seems
brand new. Unlike other cathedrals and churches which are often
purposely very dark, Wells
cathedral fills up with light, which makes it a warm and welcoming
building to step into.
The
arches of St Andrew's Cross in the far end of the nave are beautiful,
and so it the ceiling in the Lady Chapel (last picture above.) The
curves and arches all around the cathedral make it such a stunning
structure to look at. I am a sucker for good symmetry and find it so
aesthetically pleasing. Is it just me?
Right
outside the Cathedral, you'll find Vicar's Close. An iconic little
side-street, the oldest permanently inhabited street in Europe. And
you'd probably want to live there too.
My
friend Julie and I organised an impromptu photoshoot in Vicar's
Close, because where could we find a cutest, more autumnal background
for these photos?
I'm
wearing my new midi skirt from New Look. I got it in the sales and
it's the perfect autumn shade. Because it's such a statement piece I
decided to wear with with a plain back top and my favourite jacket
from H&M. A girl recently told me "you look like you're
going hunting" as I was wearing this jacket, and yep I totally
own this countryside look. (the hunting not so much though!)
For
lunch, we went to a lovely pub in town called the City Arms. First of
all: it is pink and very cute.
Inside,
a whole part was dedicated to the restaurant and it was really cosy,
with cushions and wooden tables. I went for lasagna, served with
garlic bread (yum!) and a salad. It was really good and so filling that I
didn't want anything for dinner that day.
The
pubs and restaurants around Wells didn't seem
very busy. It was lovely to spend time in a place that's not crowded,
as opposed to Bath where the whole city centre is full of people most
of the time. We had a really fun day out in Wells, saw a beautiful
cathedral, and had a quiet pub lunch. Isn't that exactly how Brits do days
out?
Have you ever heard of Wells? Do you enjoy visiting historical buildings?
Lots of love,
Julia x
Lots of love,
Julia x
