Winchester Cathedral, Hampshire
Winchester Cathedral is one of the largest in England and has the longest nave and overall length of any Gothic cathedral in Europe.
It is the seat of the Bishop of Winchester and was built in 1079. Many people visit the cathedral because of its association with Jane Austen who also happens to be buried in the north aisle of the nave.
From Monday to Saturday at 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm visitors can join a tour on the general history and overview of the Cathedral which lasts about an hour.
For those who like views, there is also a tour of the tower where you can explore the bell chamber and walk the entire nave roof. The bell chamber is of great interest as it contains the only diatonic ring of 14 church bells in the world.
The visitors centre contains a shop and an award winning restaurant where you can dine in style.
Opening Times
Open everyday from 8:30 until 6pm except Sunday when it closes at 5:30pm
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Ticket Prices
Adults - £5
Seniors - £4
Under 16 - Free
Concessions - £3
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Disabled Facilities
The ground floor areas of the Cathedral are accessible. There are ramps and a wheelchair lift. There is a T-Loop and a Touch and Hearing Centre.
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More Information
Telephone:
01962 857224
Email:
tourism@winchester.gov.uk
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Hotels & Accommodation
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Mercure Wessex Winchester
Paternoster Row, Winchester, SO23 9LQ Distance: 0.1 miles |
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Winchester Royal Hotel
St Peter Street, Winchester, SO23 8BS Distance: 0.3 miles |
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Lainston House Hotel
Sparsholt, Winchester, SO21 2LT Distance: 2.6 miles |
Location Map
1 The Close
Winchester
Hampshire
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