Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta

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*Salisbury Cathedral is now open fully for public worship and general visiting. Cleaning and Covid-19 Safety measures have been put in place, including a one-way system for visitors. Booking in advance is essential for both worship and visits, and digital worship will also continue for the time being. As of 1 September, the Cathedral will be charging for entry – with some exceptions. Please see details of charges below. 

Visitors to the Cathedral will also be able to see the magnificent multimedia exhibition, Celebrating 800 Years of Spirit and Endeavour. Find out more about how the Cathedral is keeping visitors safe.

The Cathedral is not currently running any tours. Please refer to their Frequently Asked Questions for the most up-to-date information.*

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Entry charges for tourist visitors

Tickets to Salisbury Cathedral for tourists/visitors give access to the Cathedral, Chapter House with Magna Carta and Works Yard exit and are as follows:

£8 for adults

£5 for students (aged 13-18 years)

Up to 6 children aged 12 and under free with one adult ticket.

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Salisbury residents
Free entry will be available for individual Salisbury residents –residents must bring photo identification with their address on it and they will be admitted without a charge.

In all cases, pre-booking is essential, tickets can be booked online but for those unable to book online a telephone booking service is available on 01722 512156 from 09:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday only.

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Explore over 800 years of history at Salisbury Cathedral, one of the UK’s most iconic medieval buildings with an award-winning welcome. Discover our original 1215 Magna Carta, one of only four in the world, and explore its legacy in an interactive exhibition. See the world’s oldest working mechanical clock and admire the fabulous stained glass. When you are done, relax and enjoy a delicious cream tea in the Refectory Restaurant with fabulous views of Britain’s tallest spire or lunch in The Bell Tower Tearooms (open March- October) overlooking the Cathedral lawns.

Salisbury Cathedral is the perfect way to spend your day - just 8 miles from Stonehenge and only 5 minutes from Old Sarum, the original site of the cathedral.

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Groups 

Salisbury Cathedral welcomes groups of up to 30 as long as they are separated into household/support bubble or party of six, in line with new Government legislation. All individuals should be sorted into their group of six/household or support group or ‘pod’ on arrival, and remain in that group or ‘pod’ during their visit. All visits must be pre-booked. 

Please email your booking request to groups@salcath.co.uk. There is an information and helpline available on 01722 512156.

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Opening times

Monday to Saturday 10:00-15:00

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Attractions:

Tallest spire in Britain

The UK’s largest Close

Britain’s largest landscaped Cloisters

13th century Chapter House with medieval frieze

Contemporary Art and Events

Cathedral Gift Shop

The Refectory Restaurant with locally sourced produce

The Bell Tower Tea Rooms in the summer months

Award-winning toilets

Disabled access and facilities