Wells & Glastonbury - from Bath or Bristol

WELLS, England's smallest city, is just 45 minutes drive from Bath or Bristol, or 1 hour from the cruise ship terminal at Bristol. Its magnificent cathedral dates from the 8th century & the nearby Vicars Close is said to be the oldest residential street in Europe. The city was an important mediaeval centre for cloth making, & its historic architecture has led to the city being used as a filming location, most notably for 'Hot Fuzz' (2007). Market days on Wednesday & Saturday provide added interest. Pilgrims across the ages have flocked to GLASTONBURY, noted for spirituality, legends & its healing atmosphere. The town claims to be King Arthur's Isle of Avalon. Its ruined 8th century Abbey, was one of the richest & most powerful monasteries until it was dissolved by Henry VIII in the 16th century. The last Abbot was hung, drawn and quartered on Glastonbury Tor in 1539, before he had time to admire the stupendous 360 degree views!