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Gloucester Cathedral is an exciting and stimulating place to visit for students of all ages. Our simple aim is to bring learning to life, providing fun and informative experiences for all of the learners who walk through our doors.
Our workshops and resources are rooted in both the curriculum and the cathedral’s heritage as a centre of worship, culture and community. All workshops include entry to the cathedral, an expert led workshop, related resources, a guidance risk assessment and a welcome pack.
Workshops run 10am-12pm or 12:30pm-2:30pm. They can be extended by booking two slots (10am-2:30pm). These can be the same workshop or two separate ones. Please note our maximum group size is 75 children for Religious Education workshops and 60 children per history workshop. All workshops are charged at £4 per child, teachers come free.
Self-guided visits include entry to the cathedral, resources for self-guiding, guidance risk assessments and a welcome pack. All self-guided visits are charged at £3 per child, teachers come free.
The cathedral diary is busy with regular services and events, so it is essential that all group bookings are arranged in advance to avoid disappointment. We ask for at least 14 days notice where possible.
Read on to discover what we have to offer your school!
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Explore the cathedral as both a centre for Christian belief behaviour and community, and a living evolving artistic expression of Christian worldviews. This 2 hour workshop will encourage children to explore what the cathedral community believes, how they live, and their relationship to this historic building and its artwork.
Belief and Behaviour Workshops can be combined for cross-key stage/whole school visits.
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Explore the diversity of Christian belief and behaviour present in the cathedral through this 2 hour workshop. It focuses on the ceremonies which take place here, the diversity evident in both the building and those who use it, and the guidance available through the messages Jesus.
Belief and Behaviour Workshops can be combined for cross-key stage/whole school visits.
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Explore how the cathedral interacts with the world and the wider community in this 2 hour workshop. Learn about the biblical messages found in the church community and building, as well as the impact these have on both people's every day actions, and when times get hard.
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Explore sacraments, worship, community and more in this engaging and in depth tour of Gloucester Cathedral – a place of not only active worship today but also 1000 years of spirituality.
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Explore the cathedral and its medieval history through the stories of some of those who shaped it: Henry III, Edward II, the monks and the stonemasons. May include crypt visit.
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Explore the cathedral and its connections in this 2 hour romp through its history from William the Conqueror to Henry VIII. Learn the stories which have shaped the building and city, and gain insight on those who lived and worked here. This can be adapted for a greater focus on the Tudors.
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A day in the life of a monk – explore the cloisters and monastic life in this 2 hour workshop highlighting what life was like in St Peters Abbey, one of six abbeys in Gloucester. This can be adapted to include Bede/Saxon monastic traditions.
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Watch this space for more! The cathedral regularly offers one off days, or seasonal offers such as Easter workshops. If you are interested in an upcoming event at the cathedral, or a seasonal workshop please get in touch!
From September 2026, new workshops are in effect.
This downloadable PDF demonstrates how our new RE workshops relates to both the current Gloucestershire agreed syllabus and previous cathedral workshops.
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Half day workshop - £4 per child
Full day workshop - £7 per child
Self-guiding (with resources) - £3 per child
Is your school experiencing financial hardship?
We can help support thanks to a generous grant from Sylvanus Lysons to help schools with transport costs.
Contact education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk for more details and how to apply.
To book a workshop at Gloucester Cathedral, please click here.
For self-guided visits or bespoke requests please inquire with education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk
The cathedral diary is busy with regular services and events, so it is essential that all group bookings are arranged in advance to avoid disappointment. We ask for at least 14 days notice where possible.
Travelling by coach?
Please note there is no access for coaches on the cathedral site. The nearest drop off point is outside the Dick Whittington Pub, just a couple of minutes' walk away. Coaches must book parking with Gloucester City Council by emailing coachbookings@gloucester.gov.uk
Please be aware all groups are responsible for the supervision of their own students. It is the responsibility of the school to ensure that relevant child ratios are upheld and that behaviour is managed appropriately throughout the visit.
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Sometimes our opening times vary due to special events and services. Please click here to check our daily 'What’s On' calendar for the most up to date information.
The Cathedral is located in the historic heart of Gloucester and our spectacular tower can be seen from many spots in and around the city.
Click here to download or print off a guide on ‘Getting to Gloucester Cathedral’
We are sorry that due to limited space, parking in the Cathedral Close is restricted to pass holders only.
There are eight disabled parking spaces which are for use by Blue Badge holders on a first come first served basis.
However, there are several public car parks within easy walking distance of the Cathedral.
To find out more please download our parking guide or click here for up-to-date information.
The Cathedral is located in Gloucester Town Centre, so the best way to get here is by public transport.
We are a 10-15 minute walk from both the train and bus stations. You can also use Gloucester’s Park and Ride.
Cycling is a great way to get around Gloucester - the city is easy to explore on two wheels.
There are bike racks available on Cathedral Green. Route 41 of the National Cycle Network runs through the Cathedral grounds – find out more about the route here.
Looking to hire a bike in Gloucester? Discover your options here.