History walk

There is much more to Wells than its medieval buildings and history – as wonderful as that may be. Between the mid - 19^th and 20^th centuries the impact of local industries, and especially the railways, made a huge impact on the City. This can still be seen today, but a very good guide is helpful in delving into these.

Members of the Wells Civic Society were delighted to follow Siobhan Goodwin, well known for her Heritage and Hot Fuzz tours of the City, on a special walking tour she had prepared for them. There are streams and mills which drove the industries, buildings whose use may have changed, like the now named Portway Annexe, Connect Centre and Little Theatre – all schools in the last century – and all with fascinating stories, brought to life by Siobhan’s narrative.

The City Arms, formerly the City Jail, was the final destination for the group, but unlike previous ‘inmates’, they were allowed to leave after a rest and quenching of thirsts.