Name: Winchester Cathedral
Rating: 5.0

Winchester Cathedral

9 The Close, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9LS, United Kingdom

1-99 Years

Paid

Description

A warm welcome to Winchester Cathedral for over 900 years, people have come to seek inspiration in this magnificent Cathedral. Today Winchester Cathedral welcomes visitors from across the world to share in worship, explore the Cathedral’s history, and to take part in a variety of events.

The Cathedral is also a visitor attraction, a venue for music and the arts, with a diverse programme of concerts, exhibitions, educational talks, family activities and more. Welcoming more than 300,000 visitors a year, the Cathedral places worship at the centre of its life. We strive together so that our cathedral values of kindness, openness and excellence shape all that we do.

Prices starts from £14.00 for adults (17 & over), £6.00 for Child (ages 12 – 16 yrs) and for Family. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Gardens and Grounds: Take a walk through the historic grounds surrounding Winchester Cathedral. Lying at the spiritual and physical heart of Winchester, the Close is a large, tranquil green space in the city, much of it sheltered behind ancient flint and stone walls. It is also a bustling thoroughfare linking the town to Winchester College and the water meadows that lie beyond.
Whistlestop visits inside Winchester Cathedral: A visit to Winchester’s vibrant city centre promises a jam-packed day. Often, visitors miss out on entering Winchester Cathedral, assuming they need multiple hours, if not a whole day, to enjoy this historic site. While we agree there is never enough time to explore the cathedral in it’s entirety, the truth is, there’s still plenty of breathtaking sights you can tick off your list whether you’re visiting for 20 minutes, 40 minutes or an hour.
Festival of Flowers and Nature: Nestled inside the magnificent Cathedral, in the heart of the city of Winchester, Wild! is a vibrant celebration of flowers and nature inspired by the beauty and diversity of our natural surroundings.
Worship: Life at the Cathedral is anchored in a centuries-old pattern of daily worship, often enriched by glorious choral music.
Choirs & Music: This great choral tradition continues to inspire visitors and worshippers alike, with daily services set to the music of great composers and sung in the unique English style.
Curious About Collections: Welcome to our blog, Curious about Collections. Each month, we showcase some of the most interesting pieces from our historic collections, as well as highlight the work we do behind the scenes to protect and preserve our heritage for future generations.
Ways to give: Winchester Cathedral is a place of worship, beauty, and community, rich in history and alive with purpose.

Facilities

Parking: Winchester has a number of short-stay and long-stay car parks throughout the city. It has an excellent Park & Ride service, with three car parks easily accessible from the M3 motorway and only minutes away from the city centre. A frequent bus service operates from all Park & Ride car parks to all main areas of Winchester city centre.
Food & Drinks: You can find the Cathedral Café sheltered behind an ancient flint wall opposite the Cathedral. Its award-winning contemporary design, large terrace with Cathedral views and pretty walled garden make it a great place to meet friends for a coffee, lunch or afternoon tea.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Annual passes:

Adult(17+): £14 (£13 if booked online)
Child(12–16): £6
Child(11 & under, accompanied by paying adult): Free
Student: £8 (£7 if booked online)

Group bookings:

Groups(10 adults or more): £12pp
Student Groups(10+): £7pp

Pricing URL: https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/welcome/plan-your-visit/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Normal Cathedral Opening Times

Monday – Saturday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Sunday: 12.30pm – 3.00pm

Address: 9 The Close, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9LS, United Kingdom

Post Code: SO23 9LS

Council: Winchester

County: Hampshire

Travelling by train: Winchester has excellent rail links to London, Southampton, Basingstoke, Reading, the Midlands and beyond. The Cathedral is situated a 12 minute stroll from Winchester Train Station; you’ll stroll through the hustle and bustle of the historic high street on your way
Travelling by bus: Another environmentally friendly way to travel to the cathedral is by bus. With bus stops dotted around the city of Winchester, the cathedral is always a short stroll away.
By road: Winchester is well connected to the motorway network and can be easily accessed from all directions. 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).
Parking: Winchester has a number of short-stay and long-stay car parks throughout the city. It has an excellent Park & Ride service, with three car parks easily accessible from the M3 motorway and only minutes away from the city centre. A frequent bus service operates from all Park & Ride car parks to all main areas of Winchester city centre.