Friends of Wells Cathedral
Welcome
The Friends of Wells Cathedral was founded in 1933 and there are now Friends across the globe. The Friends support the Chapter of Wells in the of maintenance of the fabric, life and work of the Cathedral. The Friends have contributed to projects big and small, relating to the building and to departments within the Cathedral Foundation. The Friends committed themselves to funding the £1.8m for the Friends Building in the Cathedral Development Project.
Wells Night at the Proms
Friday 9th June at 7:00pm
in Wells Cathedral
On the first night of the Friends’ 90th weekend – enjoy the last Night of the Proms
“Proms” Concert in the Cathedral at 7.00
In this coronation year, join us for a light-hearted and popular concert featuring celebratory works by the Cathedral Oratorio Society, some show-case organ pieces and audience participation in the great “Last Night” traditions.
To book please visit Eventbrite
Friends, please consult your annual mailing before booking.
Friends' Festival Weekend 2023
The Festival Weekend will be held from Friday 9th to Sunday 11th June 2023
A full three day programme to celebrate our 90th anniversary
If you need to contact the Friends, you can email the Office (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or call 01749 678830
Donate Here
The Friends assist the Chapter of the Cathedral costs of major restoration works, the continuing traditions of music, and inspiring younger generations through the Cathedral’s unique heritage and history.
With your help the Friends will continue in the mission to support Wells Cathedral Past, Present and Future
You can support the Friends by:
Grand Organ Appeal
To donate to the Appeal or to find out more about what is happening, please click here
The Friends' Office
The Friends' Office is in the West Cloister and has a letterbox in the New Entry Closter next to the Donations Desk.
Please note that the Friends Office currently open by appointment only.
Phone calls (voicemail 01749 678830) and emails will still be answered. Post will be dealt with as normal
We would be delighted to hear from you!