Welcome
DISCOVER OVER 1,000 YEARS OF HISTORYA 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.Catherine Ogle Dean of Winchester
Morning Prayer
Holy Eucharist
Daily guided tours offer a revealing insight into the Cathedral and its history and treasures. *Subject to guide availability.
Evensong
OUR DAILY RHYTHM
GENERAL ADMISSION
It costs roughly £14,000 a day to run Winchester Cathedral and your admission fee directly supports the future of the cathedral.
Adult - £13.50
Over 66 - £12
Student - £7
Children under 16 (with family) - Free
Groups (10 adults or more) - £11pp
With your ticket you can visit the cathedral as often as you like for 12 months.
You can purchase a general admission ticket in advance of your visit. Simply click on the 'Visit us' section in the drop down list on the right hand side of the website and then click 'Book your visit'.
Please be reminded that entry for worship and prayer will always be free of charge.
Winchester Cathedral is dog friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside the cathedral but must always be kept on leads and you must not leave your dog unattended. Dogs are not permitted at events, services, or inside the café.
Call the box office on 01962 857275
CATHEDRAL
Monday–Saturday: 9.00am–5.00pm, Sunday: 12.30pm–3.00pm.
Last entry 30 mins before close.
Winchester Cathedral is dog friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside the cathedral but must always be kept on leads and you must not leave your dog unattended. Dogs are not permitted at events, services, tours, or inside the Morley library or café.
Kings & Scribes
Monday - Saturday, 10.30am - 4.30pm ; Sundays 12.30pm - 2.30pm, subject to volunteer availability.
CAFE & GIFT SHOP
Café - Open daily: 9.30am–5:00pm
Gift Shop - Open daily: 9.30am–5:00pm
Please note the Gift Shop will be closed on 26th February all day.
UPCOMING CLOSURES
Last entry 30 mins before close.
Cathedral
11th July - Closed 1.30pm-4pm due to a service in the Cathedral
17th July - Closed until 2pm due to graduation ceremonies
25th July - Closed due to graduation ceremonies
12th October - Closed due to special services
22nd - 25th October - Closed due to graduation ceremonies
Kings and Scribes
Upcoming Closures
11th July - Open 10.30-12.30 only
17th July - Closed due to graduation ceremonies
25th July - Closed due to graduation ceremonies
12th October - Closed due to special services
22nd - 25th October - Closed due to graduation ceremonies
Please ensure to check the website regularly for any updates to the list of closures added at short notice.
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Buy your cathedral annual pass
Enhance your trip to the Christmas Market by stepping in from the cold to discover over 1,000 years of history. You can now buy your annual pass online, saving you time on the day. Pay today and visit as often as you like for 12 months.