If you’re looking for a venue in Wells that breaks the mould, Wookey Hole offers an events setting unlike anywhere else in the South West. Set in the heart of Somerset and easily accessible from Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Wells and Exeter, Wookey Hole combines professional event facilities with genuine wow-factor.
The site caters for everything from small meetings to large-scale events of up to 400 guests with free Wi-Fi, free parking, full AV support and a dedicated function planner included. There’s also a choice of overnight accommodation for multi-day conferences or team retreats, making it a practical choice, as well.
The Waterwheel Suite, housed within the walls of a 17th-century Grade II listed paper mill, seats up to 200 guests and can be configured for seminars, presentations or smaller strategy meetings. For larger gatherings, the purpose-built Wookey Hole Theatre accommodates up to 400 across two levels, making it ideal for conferences, award ceremonies or showcases.
What sets Wookey Hole apart is the depth of experience on offer. Team-building activities range from paper-making workshops in one of the country’s oldest mills to competitive rounds on the South West’s largest adventure golf course. For something fun with a capital F, circus workshops led by skilled trainers bring aerial arts and performance skills into the mix.
And, don't get us started on the entertainment options. Private circus shows take place in the theatre, while exclusive guided tours of the Wookey Hole Caves allow guests to explore dramatic underground caverns beneath the Mendip Hills. The Vintage Penny Arcade (which, by the way, is the largest collection in the UK) adds a nostalgic twist to drinks receptions, and live paper-making demonstrations or cave cheese tastings provide more than a conversation starter.
Catering is flexible and fully bespoke, from breakfasts and working lunches to gala dinners. Food can be served in the hotel, the Mill or directly in your event space, with special dietary requirements easily accommodated.