Wells and its Cathedral

On Wednesday we visited Wells, a town about one hour drive east from the village we are staying in. Wells is a lovely town that has retained much of its medieval character, but is primarily recognized for its large and spectacular cathedral.

The oldest part of the Cathedral dates back to ~1175 and is a truly magnificent space. By 1508 the Cathedral was complete and appears much as it does today. Wells Cathedral survived the reformation and boorish attacks by Thomas Cromwell his Protestant heathens, but many of the fixtures and stain glass was destroyed.

The Cathedral costs over $8000 a day for maintenance, upkeep and running costs. So, in addition to the $12 suggested donation to enter the Cathedral a $6 photography permit is also required to take picture of the interior. We did not purchase the photography permit.

And, Jasper's first two teeth poked through his gums yesterday.