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Vicars' Chapel and Library

The chapel was built between 1424 and 1430 at the north end of the close.
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Andy Rodker said:

Are these alms houses, students quarters, or homes for wealthy townsfolk?
Fine shot.
8 years ago

Pam J replied to Andy Rodker:

Andy... they are alms houses.. still used as such.

They are for older residents in need of home

www.wellsalmshouses.org.uk
8 years ago

Andy Rodker replied to Pam J:

Thanks Pam. I'm pleased.
8 years ago ( translate )

Amelia replied to Pam J:

I don't think these are almshouse, Pam. There are other rows of almshouses in Wells, but apparently, today’s residents of Vicars’ Close include all 12 men of the Vicars Choral, the organists, and vergers.
8 years ago

Pam J said:

Amelia.. Wells is one of my favourite places in the world. I was able to go back there(many visits as kids) the one time in 2011 when I was able to go home.

I still have cones from the Cedar of Lebanon there tween the Cathedral and the Bishops Palace.
8 years ago

Amelia replied to Pam J:

It's so nice to have memories of favourite places, Pam. I have collections of cowrie shells from beaches I have visited. I always search for them, but rarely find any. ;-)
8 years ago

Pam J replied to Amelia:

Amelia.. I miss the sea so desperately it hurts. I have many shells and pebbles and even sand. All are memories.
8 years ago

Valfal said:

A lovely capture, Amelia!
8 years ago ( translate )

Nick Weall said:

A very restful looking place dear LGM xxx
8 years ago ( translate )

tiabunna said:

Most interesting architecture.
8 years ago ( translate )

Tanja - Loughcrew said:

Lovely Amelia..I like these chimneys!
8 years ago