A Special Christmas visit To Wells Cathedral and the nearby Old Bowlish House, 17th Dec 2022

A morning tour of this great mediaeval cathedral with time for lunch at The Loft Café with its views of the magnificent West Front on Saturday 17th December

A short distance away is Old Bowlish House, Shepton Mallet – a former substantial clothier’s house remodelled in the 18th century. Our specially arranged festive visit includes an introduction to the history of the house and the re-creation of past Christmas celebrations with examples of music, readings, decorations and food. A sumptuous tea is promised (including wassail cup!).

Full details available on this link 

Arrangements:

9.00am We leave Stratford Park Leisure Centre

5.00pm Leave Old Bowlish House. We should be back in Stroud by 6.30pm

Cost: £47 members  £52 non-members to include:

  • Coach travel,
  • Entry and guided tour of the highlights of Wells Cathedral (includes10% discount at The Loft Cafe),
  • Entry and introduction to the history of Old Bowlish House and opportunity to explore its three floors,
  • Special Christmas tea at Old Bowlish House

Please note there are only 24 places available so early booking is advised.

Booking for Christmas Visit

Reserve your place by email: julietshipman@hotmail.com

Your booking will be acknowledged by email.

Final details will be emailed to you shortly before departure.

Preferred payment via bank transfer: Please reference Christmas Visit 2022 Stroud Civic Society – Sort Code 40-43-21 – Account number 10785091

Or pay by cheque payable to Stroud Civic Society and send to Juliet Shipman, Apartment B, Field House Gardens, Bowbridge Lane, Stroud GL5 2JX

For any queries: Tel 01453 751751