Coxley Well, Wells, England

## Overview Coxley Well is a publicly accessible natural spring located in the village of Coxley, Somerset, England — nestled between the historic towns of Glastonbury and Wells along the A39 (Wells Road). The well is privately owned but has been made available for public use, a generous tradition that has made it a valued local water source. The spring's source rises in an adjacent field, and the water is piped beneath the road to the roadside collection point. Steel fencing at the side of the road marks the well's location, making it relatively easy to spot when driving past. A regular visitor, Ross, reports: "This is where I get my spring water from and it's very pleasant." Situated in the Somerset Levels — a landscape steeped in Arthurian legend and long revered for its sacred springs and wells — Coxley Well sits in good company. The nearby Glastonbury area is famous for its natural springs, including the Chalice Well and the White Spring, and the region's geology of limestone and clay aquifers has given rise to numerous clean, mineral-rich water sources throughout the centuries. While no formal water quality testing data is publicly available for Coxley Well, it has historically been used as a drinking water source by locals. ## Directions 1. From **Glastonbury**, head southwest on the **A39 (Wells Road)** toward Wells. 2. After approximately 2 miles, you will enter the village of **Coxley**. 3. Watch for **steel fencing on the right-hand side** of the road — this marks the location of the well. 4. Park in the **nearest lay-by** along the road. Please do not park in the property owners' driveway, as the well is on private land made available for public use. If coming from **Wells**, head northeast on the A39 toward Glastonbury; the well will be on your left-hand side as you pass through Coxley. ## What to Expect Coxley Well is a simple, roadside spring — don't expect a grand structure or formal park setting. The well is marked by steel fencing and is accessible directly from the A39. Water flows via a pipe from the spring source in the neighbouring field, crossing beneath the road to the collection point. The spring is available **24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round**, making it convenient for visitors at any time. Bring containers if you plan to collect water. As with any natural spring, water conditions can vary with weather and season, and the water has not been independently verified as potable — though locals have reported using it regularly as drinking water. The surrounding Somerset countryside is beautiful and worth exploring. A visit to Coxley Well pairs well with trips to nearby Glastonbury (with its famous Tor and Abbey ruins) or the cathedral city of Wells, just a few miles down the road. The area is also popular with walkers exploring the Somerset Levels and the Mendip Hills.