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Please note the following changes to the Cathedral's opening times:
Tuesday 23 December – Closed from 1pm for carol services
Wednesday 24 December – Closed from 1pm for family carol services
Thursday 25 December – Closed for visiting all day (open for worship only)
Friday 26 December – Closed from 2pm for ‘Carols for All’ service
Saturday 3 January – The East End of the Cathedral will be closed 12.15pm – 3pm due to a wedding. The Nave and Cloisters will be open for visiting.
Sunday 11 January - Cathedral open for visiting 12noon - 2.15pm
Thursday 26 February - The East End of the Cathedral will be closed 1pm – 3pm due to a wedding. The Nave and Cloisters will be open for visiting.
The Monk's Kitchen and Gift Shop - Upcoming Closures
From Monday 5 January 2026, The Monk's Kitchen will be closed for a kitchen refurbishment for two weeks, opening again on Monday 19 January 2026.
Please note the Cathedral Gift Shop will be closed Monday 19 January - Wednesday 21 January for stocktake.
Organ Project
Throughout January, visitors may experience increased noise as specialist organ builders carry out work on the Cathedral’s new organ. Scaffolding will be being built to allow this essential conservation work to proceed safely.
This project forms a key part of the Cathedral’s In Tune campaign.
Thank you for your understanding.
Inspiring pilgrims for over 1300 years, discover the earliest and finest fan vaulted ceilings in the world, the tomb of a king, daily tours, and a diverse programme of events and activities.
Entry to the Cathedral for general visiting is by voluntary donation of £5 per adult. We are grateful for the generosity of our visitors to look after this ancient building, thank you for your support.
Regular Visiting Hours*
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: 12noon - 2.30pm and 4pm - 5pm
If you're visiting us for worship, please find out more about our services here.
*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'.
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The Cathedral welcomes well-behaved dogs inside the building during visiting hours from Monday to Saturday.
To ensure that the Cathedral remains a safe and enjoyable space for all visitors, the following rules apply to visitors with dogs:
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the building on Sundays.
Dogs must be well-behaved and not disturb other visitors.
Dogs must be kept on a short, locked lead and not left unattended at any time.
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Lady Chapel, which will be kept as a quiet and safe space for those who may not be comfortable around dogs.
Only assistance dogs are permitted upstairs and on guided tours, including in the Library, Crypt and Tower.
Only assistance dogs are permitted at services, in the Tribune Gallery and at events.
Owners must clean up after their dogs.
10am-5pm
10am-4pm
12 noon–2.30pm and 4pm-5pm
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.