Palace 800: Pageant

The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Off Market Place, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PD
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Palace 800: Pageant

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Doors open 6pm. 2 hour talk with 20 minute interval
800 years of history in one evening!
Our talented troupe of actors, joined by special guests from the City, will bring life to scenes from the intriguing history of the Palace, telling the stories of the past in new and outrageous ways.
With dreadful dragons, barmy bishops, ruthless rulers and terrible tales; expect music, magic, mystery, movement, madness and mayhem!
Performed in the open air with the stunning backdrop of the ruined Great Hall and the facade of the Palace

Buy your ticket now for the spectacle of the Octocentennium!
£15 adult/£10 child
Tickets available online, from the Palace Shop and from the office (call 01749 988 111 ext 200).

Bring a picnic and a low-backed seat or rug (umbrellas not advised). The event will go...Read More

About Us

Doors open 6pm. 2 hour talk with 20 minute interval
800 years of history in one evening!
Our talented troupe of actors, joined by special guests from the City, will bring life to scenes from the intriguing history of the Palace, telling the stories of the past in new and outrageous ways.
With dreadful dragons, barmy bishops, ruthless rulers and terrible tales; expect music, magic, mystery, movement, madness and mayhem!
Performed in the open air with the stunning backdrop of the ruined Great Hall and the facade of the Palace

Buy your ticket now for the spectacle of the Octocentennium!
£15 adult/£10 child
Tickets available online, from the Palace Shop and from the office (call 01749 988 111 ext 200).

Bring a picnic and a low-backed seat or rug (umbrellas not advised). The event will go ahead whatever the weather, so do dress accordingly! Read Less

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