Cathedral Garth

Plan Your Visit

Entry and opening times

Entry to the Cathedral for general visiting is by voluntary donation.

It costs £7,600 per day to keep the Cathedral open. We don’t receive any regular Government funding and rely on the generosity of our visitors to look after this ancient building.

Thank you for your support.

Regular Opening Times

Monday - Friday: 10.00am to 5.00pm

Saturday: 10.00am-5.00pm (please note that from 4.00pm the East End of the Cathedral, which includes the Quire, Lady Chapel, Tribune Gallery and King Edward II's tomb, will be closed for general visiting due to Evensong taking place at 4.30pm. However, all are warmly welcome to join us for this service.)

Sunday: 12noon-5.00pm (please note that between 2.30pm-4.00pm the East End of the Cathedral, which includes the Quire, Lady Chapel, Tribune Gallery and King Edward II's tomb, will be closed for general visiting due to Evensong taking place at 3.00pm. However, all are warmly welcome to join us for this service.)

Sometimes our opening times vary due to special events and services. When this is the case, the information will be included in our daily 'What's On' calendar, which you can access by clicking on the button below. To help in finding information about opening times, you can filter the events listed here by 'Closure'.

What's On

Getting Here

  • How to find us

    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’

  • Parking

    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.

  • Arriving by Public Transport

    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.

    Click here for more information about this service.

  • Cycling

    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.