Welcome to the Diocese of Bath & Wells
We are the Church of England Diocese of Bath and Wells. Loving and serving all the people of Somerset.
A focus on prayer
Find out what’s happening in this Year of Prayer, and how you can join in.
Caring for creation
Explore ‘Hope for all Creation’, the new Church of England teaching document.
Worshipping together
Thousands of children from across our diocese come together online for collective worship with our bishops.
Prayer of the day
1 October 2026
Loving God, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we pray for all affected by breast cancer. Bring strength to patients, comfort to families, wisdom to caregivers, and hope to every heart. May awareness inspire compassion, early detection, support, and healing.
Latest news
Creation, wisdom and AI
Bishop Michael shares his sermon on AI, written following his attendance at the College of Bishops.
A new look diocesan website
You may notice that our Diocese of Bath and Wells website looks a little different.
Bishop Michael called to serve in the House of Lords
The Rt Revd Michael Beasley, Bishop of Bath and Wells, has been called to serve in the House of Lords as one of the Church of England’s Lords Spiritual.
Upcoming events
Annual Readers' Day 2026
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Church School Governance for Members and Trustees
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Confirmation Course webinar
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30
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