Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts Canterbury, CT1 2EH
Discover a great day out 1,400 years in the making.
Situated just a stone’s throw from the city centre, and set in tranquil grounds with a beautiful Memorial Garden and stunning planting to discover, inside or outside Canterbury Cathedral is a wonderful place to relax and recharge.
Founded by St Augustine in 597 AD, Canterbury Cathedral is a unique place of worship, a major pilgrimage destination, a masterpiece of art and architecture, and one of the UK’s most-visited historic sites.
It is the Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and resting place of royalty and saints.
Often referred to as ‘England in stone’, the Cathedral has been at the centre of momentous events and upheavals.
Take a walk through 1,400 years history, with architectural triumphs, spectacular stained glass windows, and magnificent collections – discover all that the Cathedral and its grounds have to offer.
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Opening Times General Visiting Times.
Opening times are subject to change. Occasionally, areas of the Cathedral may be closed to visiting, due to services, special events or for conservation work to be carried out.
To avoid disappointment, please check opening times and upcoming closures before visiting.
Opening Times:
Monday to Saturday 09.00-17.00 (Last admission at 16.00)
Sunday 11.30*-17.00 (Last admission at 16.00)
*Between 11.30-12.30, access is available to the Cathedral grounds and Shop only. The Cathedral church opens at 12.30.
Tickets can be booked online or are available to buy on the day at our Visitor Centre (subject to availability).
General Visiting Times.
Opening times are subject to change. Occasionally, areas of the Cathedral may be closed to visiting, due to services, special events or for conservation work to be carried out.
To avoid disappointment, please check opening times and upcoming closures before visiting.
Opening Times:
Monday to Saturday 09.00-17.00 (Last admission at 16.00)
Sunday 11.30*-17.00 (Last admission at 16.00)
*Between 11.30-12.30, access is available to the Cathedral grounds and Shop only. The Cathedral church opens at 12.30.
Tickets can be booked online or are available to buy on the day at our Visitor Centre (subject to availability).
Accessibility We aim to provide a warm welcome and first-class experience to all of our visitors and worshippers.
We aim to provide a warm welcome and first-class experience to all of our visitors and worshippers.
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