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Exeter Cathedral

The Cloisters, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1HS

Tel: 01392 285983

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Covid-19 Update: The Exeter Cathedral is now open to all! For full details, please see the Cathedral website.

Step inside Exeter Cathedral and discover one thousand years of wonder. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Europe’s most magnificent cathedrals and find endless opportunities to explore its amazing architecture, clandestine corners and hidden histories.

Choose one of our entertaining guided tours, wander peacefully at your own pace, or join one of our family-friendly activities. You’ll find a vibrant calendar of world-class events, performances, exhibitions and inclusive services to suit all tastes. If you need to relax and recharge, we serve artisan refreshments too. But, for a truly unique experience, why not make a special appointment to see some of the rare and ancient treasures held in our Library & Archive?

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Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult	£7.50 per ticket
Child under 18 free if accompanied by adult	Free
Students & Senior Citizens	£6.00 per ticket

For group prices please visit Exeter Cathedral's website.

There is a charge to enter the Cathedral unless you are visiting us for prayer or to attend a service. This charge contributes to the huge cost (over £1.3 million a year) of maintaining this beautiful and historic building.

Exeter residents living within postcodes EX1-EX4 can apply for a Resident's Card to enjoy free admission.

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Directions

Road Directions

Nearest major road is M5.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Exeter Central.

Facilities

Other

Gift Shop

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Guide Dogs Permitted
Ramp/Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant - The Cathedral Café is open Monday to Saturday 9.30am until 4pm. Closed Sundays.
Picnic Site - On Cathedral Green

Establishment Features

Printed Material in Foreign Languages
Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given) - French, Germann and Italian.
Toilets

Key Features

Approx length of visit - 01:00
In town/city centre
Indoor Attraction
Max group size - 100
Min group size - 10
No Smoking Attraction

Languages spoken

French spoken
German spoken
Italian spoken

Parking & Transport

Parking (charge) - use local city car parks

Payment Methods

Accepts Exeter Pound
Blue Badge Guides admitted free
Booking essential
Delta accepted
JCB accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Solo accepted
Special group rates - If pre-booked. Group leaders admitted free.
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
Visa accepted

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

Chinese printed material
Czech printed material
Danish printed material
Dutch printed material
French printed material
German printed material
Hungarian printed material
Italian printed material
Japanese printed material
Polish printed material
Portuguese printed material
Russian printed material
Spanish printed material
Swedish printed material

Specialist Features

Marketed towards children
Marketed towards families
Marketed towards senior citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Venue Facilities

Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Outside guides are permitted to guide in the Cathedral but only by prior arrangement with the Visitors Officer.

Opening Times

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)
Day	Times
Monday - Saturday	09:00	- 17:00*
Sunday	11:30	- 16:00*

* There are times when the Cathedral closes for special services or other events, sometimes at short notice.
Sundays open from 11.30am
• Expert guided tours, trails and activities all within the admission price
• Pay once and return as many times as you like within 12 months (with GiftAid)

Please check with the Visitors Office 01392 285983 before making a special journey.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Awards

Devon Tourism Devon's Top Attractions Quality Stamp 2017
Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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The Story of Exeter Cathedral

Further Information

Access Information

PARKING

Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities

Designated parking within about 50 metres of main entrance

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

Flat, ie. without steps

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

Level access, ramp or lift from entrance to reception

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

Guest information in large print format

Information available in audio format

Information available in braille

Information available in large print

Information available in alternative formats

Audio

Braille

Large print (at least 14 point)

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet

Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:

Gift shop

Information point

Public toilet

Ticket issuing point

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

Cafeteria

GENERAL

Audible alarm system

Facilities for service dogsDrinking water provided

Hearing loop system

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

All routes

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users

All routes

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

Wheelchairs provided

Free of charge

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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