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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 all-day entry to the Cathedral, an expert led workshop, and related resources.
All 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.
Read on to discover what we have to offer your school!
Are you currently attending sixth form? Interested in Religious Studies, Philosophy, and Theology? Hoping to pursue it at a higher or further education level?
Then join us for a Sixth Form Conference at Gloucester Cathedral on 22 October, where we will explore both A-Level Philosophy and Religion content and higher-level academic debates, with experts on hand and the Cathedral open for them to explore.
The day will include talks and panel discussions from expert theologians and scientists including keynote speaker Professor Andrew Davison. Professor Davison is perhaps the world’s most prominent theological writer on life beyond Earth. He will give us a tour of the science, talk about the surprisingly long history of Christian writing on the topic, and discuss some of the ways in which thinking about astrobiology gives us fresh angles on ancient Christian themes.
Students and teachers will also be given the chance to explore the Mars installation during their time at the Cathedral.
Find out more and book your placeOr email education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk for more information.
Please note that school workshops will be temporarily unavailable during the Mars: War and Peace exhibition. However, we warmly invite you to visit and explore on your own. To arrange unguided access to the Cathedral and the Mars exhibition, please contact us at education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk.
Please note that guided and half-day workshops for the autumn term are now fully booked. However, you can still reserve a spot for the Sixth Form Conference or inquire about availability for unguided workshops.
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Join an interactive workshop designed to explore the sacredness of the Cathedral, the significance of following God, as well as what it means to belong to the Christian Community. It will also provide an opportunity to learn about significant events in a Christian’s life, such as baptisms and confirmations.
We have two versions of this workshop designed to suit both younger (EYFS/KS1) and older (KS1/2) students.
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What does it mean for Christians to believe that God is Holy and Loving?
This session explores how the Cathedral communicates ideas about God, looking at both medieval ideas of God as Holy and Loving, and how the Cathedral space is widely used today.
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Join us for A Day in the Life of a Monk!
Follow in the footsteps of the monks who first lived and worshipped in Gloucester and discover the monastic traditions of the Cathedral.
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Explore the local, regional and national connections of Gloucester Cathedral in this interactive tour of the Cathedral.
Time travel through over 500 years of Gloucester’s history to learn about royal visits, monastic traditions and local craftmanship.
This can be adapted to include one extra topic of your choice.
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Join an engaging tour designed to explore some of the active traditions that make up the Christian faith. This will take you through the kinds of worship and services that take place, the sacraments, as well as the role of the church in the community.
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Delve into the religious transformations of the Reformation era through an engaging workshop, examining its profound impact on the Cathedral and the communities that thrived within its walls.
Pricing
Half Day Workshop - £4 per child
Full day workshop - £7 per child
Self-Guiding (with resources) - £3 per child
Please note our maximum group size is 75 children.
To book a workshop at Gloucester Cathedral, please visit: https://gloucestercathedral.artsvp.com/626b20
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.
For self-guided visits please inquire with education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk
Can’t find what you're looking for for your school?
Contact us at education@gloucestercathedral.org.uk for potential bespoke options.
Bespoke tours are subject to staff capacity and specialisms.
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.
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.