Wells Community Day
City of Wells Lions is a small, friendly group who get involved in a wide range of projects in the Wells Community, notably the Wells Moat Boat Race and the Tree of Light. Unfortunately we can’t be with you in Wells Cathedral for the wonderful Community Day this year but we’d love to share information about our club. Send us a message on cityofwellslions@gmail.com or ring 0345 8336736 and we can arrange to meet for coffee.
City of Wells Lions
Focus on Photography is a friendly, diverse group of local photography enthusiasts based in Wells. Founded in 2018, the club brings together beginners, hobbyists, teachers, artists, and professionals who share a passion for image‑making. We meet monthly at the Portway Annexe for themed sessions, talks, creative challenges, and plenty of supportive discussion. Our members actively engage with and photograph local events, celebrating the people, landscapes, and stories of Wells and Somerset. With exhibitions showcasing members’ work and an open, welcoming spirit, we’re proud to contribute to our community through the art of photography. See our website for more information: www.focusonphotography.org
Focus on Photography
Wells Chess Club We are a community focused Chess Club meeting at The Globe Inn in Wells. Our aim is to provide a welcoming and sociable environment to play and learn more about chess. We also run local tournaments and compete in the Somerset League and National Online Chess League (4NCL). We are looking to connect with local players who would like to play more over the board or online. We offer junior coaching as well as the opportunity to play people with a wide range of skill levels from beginner to Master. Website: http://wellschess.co.uk
Wells Chess Club
Wells Classic Motorcycle Club the friendly club for riders, bikes and scooters of all ages. In 2002 the club was formed by a small group of local classic enthusiasts who rode a variety of machines and has grown to a much larger membership. Club activities include monthly meetings, Rideouts, Breakfast meets, Social evenings, etc. The club is widely known for its annual Tortoise and Hare motorcycle event based in Wells which attracts entrants from far and wide, also its Showstand at The Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show. New members are always welcome. Email Chriswcmc@hotmail.com or call Chris on 01749 675991.
Wells Classic Motorcycle Club
Wells Community Shed is a not-for-profit member of the UK Men’s Shed Association, supporting the wellbeing of adults aged 18+ in Wells and the surrounding area, especially older men and women who are retired, unemployed or facing health challenges. We offer a welcoming space for woodworking, crafts and community projects, including restoring memorial benches at the Bishop’s Palace. Members have access to tools, can learn new skills, take on meaningful projects and enjoy friendly conversation over tea. Join us to stay active, connected and creative. Opening hours: Mon & Wed, 9:00 am–1:00 pm. website wells-community-shed.uk
Wells Community Shed
Wells & District Gardening Club We are a long-established local club, with James Cross, Head Gardener at the Bishop’s Palace as our president. After refreshments, speakers keep us well informed at our monthly meetings in the Town Hall from September to May and we enjoy a couple of coach trips to lovely inspiring gardens every year. Our aim is to share an interest in gardens and to welcome anyone, even if you only have an indoor pot plant or a window box.
Check us out on our website Wells Gardening Club and you can call Sue on 07591606792 for more information.
Wells & District Gardening Club
Wells Floral Art Club
Wells Floral Art Club meets regularly in St Thomas Church Hall on the second Tuesday of the month at 2.15 for a demonstration of flower arranging. On February 10th our demonstrator will be Michael Bowyer, a national demonstrator. The meeting is open to visitors who pay £7 per meeting which is refundable on joining he club.
On the 4th Tuesday of the month we have practice classes when we have an enjoyable time learning from one another.
We welcome new members and visitors for an enjoyable, fun afternoon, www.wellsfloralartclub.com - @wellsfloralart - Facebook
Wells Mens Breakfast Great Company, Good Food, Inspiring Talks Wells Men's Breakfast is a social forum for men of all ages living in and around Wells. It is independent of any political, religious or philosophical affiliation. Members meet meet each month except August, normally on the first Saturday, to share a breakfast meal which is followed by a talk on a subject of general interest by a member or an invited guest. https://wellsmensbreakfast.org
Wells Mens Breakfast
Wells Monday WI As part of the National Federation of Women’s Institutes, Wells Monday WI reflects the organisation’s aims to inspire, educate and give women a voice on key issues, while also offering friendship, support and an active social calendar. We meet on the third Monday of each month (except August) at 7.15pm in the Parkes Room, Wells Town Hall. Our programme features local speakers covering a wide range of topics. We have sub-groups for art, reading, walking, knitting and environmental interests, and we support local charities through fundraising. New members are always welcome. Contact: wellsmondaywi@gmail.com Facebook@wellswimon
Wells Monday WI
Wells Tuesday WI is part of the Somerset Federation and is proud to be a member of the Women’s Institute. Every WI has its own flavour and ours lives up to its tag line ‘More than a monthly meeting’. Our main meeting is at the Wells Museum on the first Tuesday of the month. Subgroups meet much more regularly. Our ladies enjoy crafting, stitch and chatter, knit and natter and drawing groups. For those looking for more energetic pursuits there is short and easy walks or longer Mendip walks, walking netball and social pickleball. You can see more on Facebook WELLS TUESDAY WI.
Wells Tuesday WI
Wells City Probus Club promotes fellowship amongst retired professional and business men, through meetings, talks, and visits. Open to retired gentlemen aged fifty and over. We meet in Wells Golf Club on the second Tuesday of every month at 10.15am, for a short business meeting, followed by our speaker for the day, then lunch. We also have day trips to interesting places, and twice yearly celebratory meals. Wives/partners of members may join us for lunch following a monthly meeting or join in any of the other activities. Membership: £40/year. Contact: Tony Shepherd 07903-100021.
Wells City Probus Club
Wells Railway Fraternity - We meet at Wells Town Hall at 7.30pm on the second Tuesday of the month from September to May. Each month we have an illustrated talk and our speakers cover a wide range of railway topics. For details see our website www.railwells.com Annual membership is £20 per year or come along to a meeting as a guest for just £4. Every summer we have outings to places of railway interest. We also host an annual model railway exhibition. RAILWELLS is held in the Town Hall on the second weekend of August. Free admission for members
Wells Railway Fraternity
Wells Rotary Club has served the people of Wells and the surrounding area for around 80 years, building a stronger and happier community through practical help and financial support. Current projects include supplying and maintaining Wells’ defibrillators, organising the Santa Fun Run and Wells Festival of Running, helping primary school children with reading, and supporting local charities, including funding a minibus for Heads Up. The club also assists flood victims, builds treatment centres in Nepal, digs wells in Africa and responds to disasters worldwide. Join our friendly, active group and discover how you can help at https://wells.rotary1200.org or on Facebook.
Wells Rotary Club
Wells u3a is part of the national Third Age Trust and welcomes anyone in their third age, defined as the period after full-time employment has ended. We offer a wide-ranging programme of educational and leisure activities, shaped and led by our members, who share their interests, experience and enthusiasm in a friendly, supportive environment. With over 700 members and around 50 interest groups, activities range from wine appreciation, painting and geology to music making and much more. Wells u3a offers opportunities for learning, friendship and discovery. A world of new experiences awaits—please visit our stand today. What are you waiting for? https://wells.u3asite.uk
Wells u3a
Wells & Mendip Astronomers Founded in 2013, we are a group of space enthusiasts who meet monthly in the Wells and Mendip Museum or Ashwick and Oakhill Village Hall. Our meetings cover a wide range of astronomy topics. We also arrange observing and public outreach sessions as we love sharing our enthusiasm with others. Details of our events can be found on our website and we welcome anyone, of any age, regardless of their expertise or experience. Our goal is to enjoy, share and develop our members’ interests and skills; and increase public awareness of astronomy and space exploration. http://www.wellsastronomers.org.uk
Wells & Mendip Astronomers
The Strawberry Line Society We campaign for the creation of additional stretches to the Strawberry Line multi-user path, and we maintain the existing stretches. Our ultimate goal is to complete the Somerset Circle, a dedicated 76-mile circular route connecting Bath, Bristol, Clevedon, Yatton, Cheddar, Wells, Shepton Mallet, Midsomer Norton, back to Bath. We are also working on completing stretches that connect to the Strawberry Line, specifically from Coxley and Frome. We particularly welcome volunteers to help with physical path maintenance, cutting back undergrowth and planting out hedging and saplings. https://www.thestrawberryline.org.uk