BA5 · Wells city

Wells City Centre

Medieval cottages on Vicars' Close, Georgian townhouses near the Market Place, and Victorian terraces throughout — Wells city residents often own property of significant value and character. We visit anywhere within the city itself.

BA5 · West of Wells

Wookey, Coxley & Polsham

Stone villages strung along the River Axe just west of Wells. Wookey is known for its caves and rural character; Coxley and Polsham are quiet farming communities. Residents here often tell us they didn't know home visits were available — they are.

BA5 · Mendip plateau

Priddy & the High Mendips

England's highest village, surrounded by ancient lead mining history, Priddy Pools, and spectacular walking country. Rural isolation needn't mean isolation from professional services — we travel to all Mendip villages.

BA6 · South of Wells

Glastonbury & Street

Glastonbury's unique character and Street's position as a thriving family town make both popular places to live. We cover both towns and the villages between them — Walton, West Pennard, and the Somerset Levels communities.

BA4 · East of Wells

Shepton Mallet & Pilton

Shepton Mallet is a busy market town with a strong residential community, while nearby Pilton is known beyond Somerset for Glastonbury Festival. Both sit within easy reach for a home visit from our Wells service area.

Unmarried partner gets nothing

Cohabiting partners have no automatic right to inherit under intestacy rules — regardless of how long you've been together, or what you jointly own in Wells or the surrounding area.

A court decides who raises your children

Without a Will naming a guardian, the courts determine who cares for your minor children. This may not be the person you'd choose, and the process can be distressing for families.

Unnecessary inheritance tax

An unplanned estate can result in a larger inheritance tax bill than necessary. With property values across the Mendips often above the national threshold, good estate planning can make a real difference.

Children from a first marriage disinherited

In blended families, intestacy rules can leave children from a previous relationship with nothing — even when that was never your intention.

Family conflicts and costly delays

Without clear written instructions, disputes between family members are common. Legal resolution can be lengthy and expensive — far more so than writing a Will in the first place.

Do you cover Wells and the surrounding Mendip villages?

Yes — we cover Wells city, Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet, Wedmore, Cheddar, Axbridge, Street, Wookey, Coxley, Priddy, Westbury sub Mendip, Pilton, Croscombe, and all villages throughout the Mendip Hills area. We also offer online appointments via Microsoft Teams for anyone further afield or who simply prefers a virtual meeting.

Are you regulated? What is the Society of Willwriters?

We are full, qualified members of the Society of Willwriters (SWW) — the UK's leading professional body for will writing practitioners. SWW membership requires proven qualifications, ongoing professional development, and compliance with a strict code of practice. You can verify our listing directly on the SWW website at willwriters.com.

I own a property in Wells — do I need to think about estate planning as well as a Will?

Quite possibly, yes. Where property forms the main part of your estate — and in Wells, average asking prices are above £349,000 — it's worth discussing how your share of the home passes on, potential inheritance tax thresholds, and whether a Property Trust Will or Family Trust would benefit your family. We include a free estate planning consultation with every Will instruction.

What's the difference between a Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Will takes effect after your death and records how your estate should be distributed. A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a living document — it operates during your lifetime, appointing trusted people to manage your finances or make health decisions if you lose capacity. Crucially, an LPA can only be set up while you still have mental capacity to do so.

How long does the process take from start to finish?

Most clients receive their completed, signed Will within one week of their appointment. If your circumstances are urgent — for example, a health concern — please tell us when you get in touch and we will do everything we can to accommodate you quickly.