Introduction
The Old Deanery of Wells Cathedral in Wells, Somerset, England, dates from the 12th century. Along with the gatehouse and boundary walls has been designated as a Grade I listed building. The Old Deanery has walled gardens of around 1.6 hectares, enclosed by medieval and later walling.
The Old Deanery is not open to the public.
The 12th century building, on Cathedral Green was largely rebuilt in the late 15th century by Dean Gunthorpe. It was further remodelled by Dean Bathurst in the late 17th century. The two storey south front of the building looking out over the green to the cathedral has six bays which contain 17th century sash windows.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Not open to the public.
- History
21st Century
The Old Deanery was owned by The Diocese of Bath and Wells but it is now in private ownership (2023).
Period
- Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
- Tudor (1485-1603)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Register of Parks and Gardens
- Reference: GD2147
- Grade: II
Features
- Wall
- Description: The gardens are enclosed by medieval and later walling.
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Health/medicine
Principal Building
Religious Ritual And Funerary
Period
Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
1.6
Civil Parish
Wells