Gloucester Cathedral - 1,000 years of history

Come and explore 1,000 years of history in this glorious, sacred space where worship takes place daily and all are welcome to join a service and maybe get to experience the beautiful singing of one of the Cathedral Choirs.

The magnificent Gloucester Cathedral
The magnificent Gloucester Cathedral

Gloucester Cathedral - Contact details

Magnificent Cathedral, and the chance to see where Harry Potter, Mary Queen of Scots, Hollow Crown, Wolf Hall and Sherlock were filmed

Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, Gloucester, GL1 2LX

01452 528095

[email protected]

gloucestercathedral.org.uk

Please check our website before travelling to make sure there are no closures on the day you wish to visit. Admission is Free (donation requested).

Something for every member of the family at Gloucester Cathedral

We offer something for every member of the family to enjoy at Gloucester Cathedral. The beautiful fan-vaulted Cloisters and Great East Window are national treasures along with the tomb of King Edward II. Join a Highlight Tour to learn about the Monks who used to live here, visit the Library to see manuscripts dating back to the 11th century, climb the Tower for the best views in Gloucestershire or descend the steps to the Crypt and discover the hidden subterranean level of the Cathedral. Family activities include the Whispering Gallery, Interactive Tribune Gallery, Children's Trails and the chance to see where Harry Potter, Mary Queen of Scots, Hollow Crown, Wolf Hall and Sherlock were filmed.

Gloucester Cathedral tower
Gloucester Cathedral tower
Inside Gloucester Cathedral
Inside Gloucester Cathedral

Gift shop and cafe

After a busy day of exploring be sure to visit our Gift Shop brimming with interesting gifts and souvenirs before relaxing in the Monk's Kitchen where you can enjoy a delicious selection of tasty food and drinks daily.

Gloucester Cathedral - Location map

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More local links

Gloucester Visitor Information Centre
National Waterways Museum Gloucester
Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa
Hatton Court Hotel
The Greenway Hotel and Spa
Painswick
The Falcon
The Painswick
Crickley Hill Country Park
Cheltenham
Slad
Crossways Guest House
No. 38 The Park
Museum in the Park
Cotswold Grange
Frampton on Severn
Stroud
Stroud Visitor Information Centre
Cowley Manor
Stonehouse Court Hotel
Miserden
Ian Coley Sporting
Stroud and District Clay Club
Upper Hill Farm B&B
Cleeve Hill
Chalford
Duntisbourne Abbots