The Bishop's Barn and Wells Bandstand are available to hire for community events and activities in Wells.
Bishop's Barn
The Bishop's Barn is a 15th-century tithe barn available for community lets, with flexible hire options to suit a range of events and activities.
The barn has had many uses throughout its history. From a medieval tithe barn storing grain in the 15th century to a music venue in the 1970s, when audiences of up to 1,500 people attended performances by bands including Status Quo, Supertramp and Slade, the Bishop's Barn has played an important role in the life of Wells.
More recently, the barn has hosted weddings, celebrations and community events.
Community Hire Rates
| Hire Period |
Cost |
| Per Hour |
£30 |
| Half Day |
£100 |
| Full Day |
£200 |
Please complete the form below to enquire about hiring the Bishop's Barn.
Wells Bandstand
The Wells Bandstand is available to book for performances, community events and other activities.
Use of the Bandstand is free of charge, although a charge applies for the use of electricity.
The Bandstand must still be booked in advance, even where no hire fee applies.
Please complete the form below to enquire about booking the Wells Bandstand.