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Wells Film Centre - From Friday 12th September to Thursday 18th September

Downton Abbey 3: The Grand Finale [PG] mild bad language, sex references Feature Length 123 minutes

• 1st September 2025 – 28th September 2025

The Bishop’s Palace proudly presents ‘The Costumes of Wolf Hall’ Exhibition showcasing original garments worn in the award-winning BBC series Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light. Costumes are on loan from BAFTA- and Oscar-winning Angels Costume Company.

Featuring costumes worn by Damian Lewis as Henry VIII, gowns worn by Kate Phillips (Jane Seymour), Lilit Lesser (Lady Mary), and Summer Richards as (Catherine Howard), and a behind-the-scenes look at the sets and props used at the Palace.

This exhibition will be located throughout September 2025 in the Palace’s Conference Room on the first floor (the first floor can also be accessed via a lift, located on the left in the Entrance Hall).

The Costumes of Wolf Hall Exhibition is included with admission to The Bishop’s Palace, including Day and Joint Tickets, the Annual Pass, and Friends of the Palace/Membership.

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Image credit: BBC/Playground Entertainment/Nick Briggs

Somerset Art Weeks - Open Studios

13th - 28th September 2025

Afternoon Tea at The Bishop's Table

• Available 7 days a week

• Food served 9.30am - 3pm

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea in Wells from The Bishop’s Table Café, overlooking the stunning Palace buildings and Croquet Lawn.

Your Afternoon Tea includes a fruit scone with clotted cream, a slice of cake from our counter selection, a choice of sandwich, and a pot of tea. Add a glass of prosecco for £6.95

Please book your Afternoon Tea at least 24 hours in advance by calling 01749 988111 and selecting option 3 for the Bishop’s Table Restaurant. Please note that food is served until 3pm.

Please present your email confirmation (either on your phone or as a printout) at the café counter upon arrival.

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Want to treat a loved one to a delicious Afternoon Tea in the stunning surroundings of The Bishop's Palace? We're now offering vouchers - Perfect for treating someone special. Click here to find out more.