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The "most poetic of the English Cathedrals"

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Inspiring pilgrims for nearly 850 years discover the earliest English Cathedral to be built in the Gothic style, one of the oldest medieval clock faces in the world, the stunning design of the scissor arches, medieval Vicars’ Close, daily tours and a year-round programme of events and activities. A value-packed visit for all the family.

 

Opening Times

Cathedral Daily 7.00 a.m.–6.00 p.m. (please be aware that the East End of the Cathedral closes at 4.00 p.m. Mon-Sat in preparation for services) 
Visitor Welcome Desk Summer Hours Monday to Saturday: 9.00 a.m.–4.30 p.m.
Sunday: 11.00 a.m.–3.00 p.m.
Visitor Welcome Desk Winter Hours Monday to Saturday: 10.00 a.m.–4.00 p.m.
Sunday: 11.00 a.m.–3.00 p.m.
The Loft Café Daily: 10.00 a.m.–4.00 p.m.
Cathedral Shop Monday to Saturday: 10.00 a.m.–4.30 p.m.
Sunday: 11.00 a.m.–3.00 p.m.

Please check this page for any last minute changes prior to your visit as some events may be arranged at short notice.

 Closures and Restrictions – Wells Cathedral

Admission

It is our responsibility to maintain and care for Wells Cathedral and all it offers to the community for future generations.   However, the Cathedrals of the Church of England receive limited funding from the church and government and rely on donations, legacies and grants as well as the income they can generate for themselves.

That means here at Wells we must raise £4,500 per day through our own endeavours and with the vital help of our visitors, congregation and supporters.

From Monday 22 April 2024 this means we will ask adult tourism visitors to contribute to the upkeep with an admission charge.

There will never be a charge for people who wish to come into the Cathedral to pray, attend a service or light a candle; everyone is welcome. 

Under 18s will be free and details of the new Residents’ Pass and Parish Pass, which both allow barrier free entry, will also be available here.

 

Admission to the Cathedral is by donation until Sunday 21 April 2024.

Our suggested donations are:

Adults£8.00
Concessions (11-18, Students, 65+)£7.00
Under 10sFREE
Family£20.00

 

 

Admission to the Cathedral from Monday 22 April 2024.

 

Adults £14.00 with re-entry for 12-months from date of purchase and

includes a ground floor tour or audio tour, access to the new Undercroft Exhibition and a specially designed Children’s Explorer Backpack.

 

Adults Reduced Price £8.00 on Sundays and other select times

with re-entry for 12-months from date of purchase.

 

Under 18’s Free 

 

There will also be the new Residents’ Pass and Parish Pass, which both allow barrier free entry. Details available here.

 

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