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Address: Winchester Cathedral, 1 The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LS, Hampshire, Hampshire How do we get there? Number: 01962 857 275
About this activity
Did you know that people have been flocking to Winchester Cathedral for inspiration for over 900 years?
When you visit, you'll see why! Whether it's people arriving for services, or families visiting to witness the amazing windows and architecture, Winchester Cathedral gives people a wonderful reason to visit.
In fact, people from all over the world visit Winchester Cathedral to learn all about the Cathedral’s history, and to take part in a variety of events!
Winchester Cathedral is actually one of the finest medieval cathedrals in the whole of Europe, and with that comes a captivating history and of course that magnificent architecture we mentioned before
The cathedral is not only beautiful to look at, but also hosts fascinating exhibits to expand your experience, and example being the "Kings and Scribes: The Birth of a Nation", that explores 1,000 years of history as well as reveals some of the Cathedral’s greatest treasures! Could you guess what those treasures will be?
Activity location
Directions
The Cathedral lies right in the centre of the historic city of Winchester,
Located just off the M3 (Junctions 9, 10 & 11), it’s an easy journey by road from London (1.5 hours) and Southampton (20 minutes). Take the A34 from Newbury (35 minutes), Oxford (1 hour) and the A30 from Salisbury (40 minutes).
Via train, Winchester is on the main line from London Waterloo
How much does it cost?
Adults
£10.00
Children
Free under 16. Students £6.50
Discount
Concessions £8.00
Free Under
16 years with family
Last Updates
2023
Winchester Cathedral FAQ’s
If you buy your admission you can visit as many times as you like for 12 months!
The Cathedral Shop is located directly opposite the Cathedral’s main entrance, and is a great place to stop before your visit ends!
The shops offers a wide range of books as well as interesting and unique gifts and souvenirs all inspired by the history and treasures of the amazing Cathedral!
The Deanery Bookshop also has great second hand books too!
They love having schools tour, but it's important to note that that all visits are booked in advance even if you don’t want the cathedral staff to organise tours or activities.
There is a small charge per pupil but accompanying adults are given free admission, based on number ratio students to teachers
The Cathedral has a variety of measures to ensure equal access in and around the building. All 3 floors are accesible
If you are a UK taxpayer, please ask to Gift Aid your admission.
Gift Aid admission allows us to reclaim tax on the full amount paid, so for every £1 you give the Cathedral can claim an extra 25p!
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