Wells
Wells Market Place fountain
ConfirmedWell-known
- On screen
- Hooded youths' hangout
- Where
- Market Place, Wells, Somerset
- Time & access
- Open public square.
In the film
The hooded youths sit on the fountain in the square, the first of Sandford’s ‘troublemakers’ Angel notices.
History in brief
The Gothic fountain dates from 1799 and replaced the city’s medieval market cross. It is fed by the water supply that Bishop Bekynton gave the people of Wells in the 15th century.
The place today
In the middle of the Market Place, surrounded by shops and cafés.
Always check opening times, access rules and travel advice before you go.