The Bishops Palace Wells – Garden Fete

🌸 Garden Fete at The Bishop’s Palace, Wells 🌸

Saturday 6th June 2026
 

Step into a quintessentially English summer at the Garden Fete at The Bishop’s Palace—a delightful day out set in the heart of medieval Wells.

Surrounded by the stunning backdrop of the 800-year-old Palace and its 14 acres of RHS partner gardens, this much-loved annual event brings together live entertainment, artisan crafts, traditional games, and family-friendly fun for all ages.

🌼 What to Expect

Craft & Produce Competition (with Wells Tuesday WI)

Showcase your creativity in this popular competition featuring six categories:

• Cakes
• Preserves
• Art
• Flower Arranging
• Handicraft
• Children’s Category

Plus a “Best in Show” award!
All entrants receive 50% off Palace admission for the event.

🐾 Dog Show with Pawsability

Expect plenty of wagging tails and fun competitions!

 Live Shows & Entertainment

 Big Bloomers Walkabout Show
Meet the wonderfully eccentric gardener Hugh Bushey Babcock and his “psychic plant”! Expect laughter, audience participation, and quirky garden antics.
Three 30-minute performances throughout the day

Angie Mack Hula Hoop Show
Bright, energetic, and interactive—Angie’s performances will have audiences of all ages joining in the fun, ending with an incredible 15-hoop finale!
Three 30-minute performances throughout the day

Artisan Stalls & Local Makers

Browse 50+ artisan stalls set within the Palace grounds and croquet lawn. Discover unique:

• Handmade crafts
• Local gifts
• Artisan food and produce

Celebrate the best of Somerset’s independent makers and creators.

🌿 Meet the Gardeners

Chat with the Palace Gardening Team and learn how the beautiful RHS partner gardens are designed, planted, and maintained throughout the seasons.

🎷 Live Music

Relax to the sounds of Saxkatz, a North Somerset saxophone quartet performing a mix of:

• Popular classics
• Jazz standards

The perfect soundtrack to your summer day.

🍓 Food & Drink

Enjoy a range of seasonal refreshments, including:

• Delicious options from The Bishop’s Table Café
• Tasty treats from visiting food and drink stallholders

🏰 Explore More During Your Visit

Make the most of your day at The Bishop’s Palace:

• Discover the medieval Palace and its fascinating history
• Wander through 14 acres of RHS partner gardens
• Stroll around the moat and spot the famous swans

Bring your friends, family, and a picnic blanket, and enjoy a joyful celebration of summer in one of Somerset’s most beautiful historic settings 🌿✨