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Infield House
36 Portway, Wells, BA5 2BNTelephone: 01749 670989
UK Local Rate: 0845 130 4645
Fax: 01749 679093
AA 4 Stars
| About the House Backing onto woodlands, Infield House is a beautifully restored Victorian townhouse lovingly appointed with period furnishings, portraits and decor. There is an elegant and comfortable guest lounge with bookcases well stocked with local and regional guides and other reading material. Parking Infield House has a spacious private car park at the rear of the house. Close to City Centre Infield House is conveniently located just a few minutes walk to St Cuthbert's church near the start of the High Street with all its amenities. The Market Square, Cathedral, Bishops Palace and other historical buildings are just a brief stroll further along the colourful High Street. |
| Spacious Guest Rooms Each guest room features an original Victorian fireplace which lends warmth and character. The former master bedroom has been furnished as a large twin room with en-suite shower and WC. It overlooks a rose garden with views across rooftops to the countryside beyond. Guests may enjoy relaxing on an authentic button-backed chaise longue after a busy day of sightseeing. The middle bedroom is a large double room with a luxurious en-suite bathroom complete with bidet. The rear bedroom, a large double room with en-suite shower and WC, overlooks the rear garden and woodland with views to the Mendip Hills beyond. Each bedroom has its own and a front door key enabling guests to come and go as they please. All guest rooms have colour TV, tea and coffee making facilities, luggage rack, clock radio, hair dryer and are centrally heated. Extra bedding and pillows are available in each room. |
| Beautiful Bountiful Breakfast Breakfast is served in the charming dining room with its Adam style fireplace. Guests may choose from a cold buffet of juice, cereals, yoghurt and fresh fruit followed by a wide choice of traditional English or vegetarian cooked breakfast and a full pot of tea and/or coffee with refills as desired. Evening Meals Evening meals are available on request at breakfast time. Guests are offered 3 courses plus coffee from a wide choice of menu which includes vegetarian dishes. Guests may bring their own wine for which no corkage charge will be made. |
| Your Hosts Your hosts are Richard and Heather Betton-Foster. Richard was born in Surrey, but has lived and worked as an architect in Somerset for some years. His Foster ancestors were high ranking clergymen at Wells Cathedral in the 18th century and visitors to the Cloisters Restaurant will see, towards the far end, marble plaquesdedicated to many of Richards forebears. Heather was born some 20 miles from Wells at Castle Cary. She has been a teacher locally for many years and has Somerset very much in her blood. Both Richard and Heather have relished the opportunity in 1997 to embark on this venture in Wells with its traditions, history, music and architecture. An Invitation Richard and Heather invite you to come to Infield House to experience 19th century elegance with 21st century comfort. Whether visiting for a single night, a weekend break or a more lengthy stay, you can be assured of a warm welcome and a friendly personal service. |
| Wells Wells Cathedral, the first completely English Gothic Cathedral, was built in the 12th and 13th centuries on the site of a church dating back to 800AD. On the west face is the greatest array of 13th century sculpture to be found anywhere. Inside, magnificent features abound including the beautiful scissor arch. Frequentguided tours are available. After your tour, continue to absorb the atmosphere over a cup of tea, a light snack or a full lunch in the Cathedral's own Cloisters Restaurant. The Cathedral is often the venue for a variety of classical and ecclesiastical music programmes. The Bishops Place, with its moat, swans, ducks and tranquil gardens offers a sharp contrast to the bustling market square, just steps away. Vicars Close, is reputed to be the oldest intact medieval street in Europe. Look for Number 22 which has been restored to its original appearance. Today the Close is occupied by clergy and officers of the Cathedral. Wells Museum, is housed in a 16th century building and holds a fine collection of historical artifacts including Roman treasures. Penniless Porch, gained its name in medieval times when beggars congregated there seeking alms. The porch, now the home of street enterainers, offers access from the Cathedral Green to themarket place with its quaint tea rooms, antique and other shops including a National Trust store. A twice weekly market is held throughout the year. The Town Hall which faces the square is often the venue for antique fairs and other events. The High Street, leads from the market square. Many of the High Street businesses have 20th century shop fronts but the buildings in which they sit have uneven roof lines and dateback to the 15th-17th century. The Kings Arms still has its 14th century roof; the City Arms served as the city gaol from 16th-19th century. St Cuthberts Church, with its soaring west tower lies a few metres beyond the City Arms. The building, said to be the largest parish church in Somerset, is often mistaken for the Cathedral. Restaurants and Pubs, Wells is blessed with a wealth of eateries, some award winning, all within easy walk of Infield House. From a pub style meal to a multi course dining experience all tastes and budgets can be catered for in style. |
| Places to Visit Just Outside Wells: Wookey Hole Caves and Paper Mill, located just over a mile from Wells, are major lcoal attractions. The caves are reckoned by some to be Britain's most spectacular. After a tour through the caverns take a look at paper being made by hand in the Victorian paper mill. Other, changing, attractions are generally included in the admission price. Ebbor Gorge, is part of an expanse of National Trust land just beyond Wookey Hole and features panoramic views over the Somerset levels. Ideal for walkers the area has many woodland footpaths and nature trails. Cheddar, famous for its cheese is only 8 miles away. While it is still possible to see cheese being made, Cheddar's major attractions are its gorge and caverns. The Gorge rises some 450 feet above the village into the Mendip Hills. There are many fascinating walks in and around Cheddar rewarding the walker with breathtaking views. Glastonbury, is well known for its connection with the history of Christianity in England and the grand ruins of the Abbey. The town is also famed for its association with the King Arthur legend.Attractions include, in addition to the abbey, the famous Tor visible throughout Somerset, the Rural Life Museum, the Lake Village Museum at the Tribunal and the Chalice Well. Glastonbury also is renowned for its sheepskin industry and features several factory outlet stores where bargains may be discovered. Street, once known principally for shoe manufacturing is now home to Clark's Village, a collection of more than 50 shops selling quality branded goods at discount prices. Clarks Village is located in the town centre and is well sign posted from the A39. The original Shoe Museum is now a part of the Village. Other Attractions, include many lovely Somerset villages and vineyards within easy driving distance of Wells. Whether you are looking for antiques, crafts, architecture, music, art, history or just spectacular scenery, we will be happy to assist you in planning day excurions from Infield House. A Little Further Afield: Bath 20 miles, the sea at Weston Super Mare or Burnham on Sea, Frome (an ancient wool town) 20 miles, Longleat 20 miles, Bristol 20 miles, Stourhead House and Gardens 25 miles, Cricket St Thomas 35 miles, Salisbury 50 miles, Exmoor National Forest 50 miles, Stonehenge 50 miles. |
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| B&B in double or twin room from £29.00 pp/pn | |
| Evening meals available by pre-arrangement For guests paying at the above rates we accept cash, cheque or approved credit cards. | |
| Reservations Reservations may be made by post, fax or telephone and will be confirmed upon receipt of a deposit by cheque or credit card equal to 66% of booking cost for 1 or 2 nights or 50% of booking for 3+ nights. Sterling or travellers cheques should be made payable to Infield House. Cancellation Policy Reservations made more than one week in advance - 7 days notice of cancellation and reservations within week or arrical 48 hours notice of cancellation require for refund of deposit less 5% handling charge. Arrival and Departure Check in after 4.00pm and check out before 10.30am. A confirmed reservation is a legally binding contract and cancellation insurance is advised. The West Country Tourist Board recommend "Cancellation Plan" 01603 767699. | |
| How to find us Portway becomes the A371 Wells to Cheddar road. Travellers on the M5 either from the north or south should exit at Junction 22. The main exit sign indicates A38 Highbridge, Burnham on Sea. This sign is closely followed by a further brown sign for Cheddar and Wookey Hole. At the roundabout on the junction with the A38 turn right, following the directons for BristolSouth and Cheddar. The road continues over the M5 and after the village of Biddisham turn right at a sign indicating Wells A371. Continue through Cheddar and on to Wells. On entering Wells the road becomes Portway. Keep a look out for Charter Way on the left. Continue along Portway, Infield House is a further 200 or so metres also on the left. If you are entering Wells from any other direction follow the signs A371 - Cheddar. A few metres along Portway just past the junction with Strawberry Way you will find Infield House on the right. |
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