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Welcome to the Itinerary Planner. Use this tool to build your own journey or choose from an exciting range of specially selected tours.
To build your own Itinerary, click to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
The Institution occupies historic premises at the heart of Exeter in Cathedral Close. Adapted from what was once the townhouse of the Courtenay family, the library is housed in two elegant Georgian rooms which provide space for research and reading, educational activities, cultural events and lectures.
Every Wednesday afternoon we open our doors to the public for free guided tours between 1.00pm -4.00pm. There's no need to book, tours normally last around 20 mins.
Our tour guides are a dedicated team of trained volunteers, drawn from our membership. They are passionate about sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the building, its history, our collections and the Institution itself.
Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Standard | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
| 06/05/2026 - 30/09/2026 (6 May 2026 - 30 Sept 2026) |
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* Times vary
Join our Librarian, Sonia, for a tour of the library, including a chance to get up close…
Join us for a fun, creative workshop, inspired by the Institution's collections or themed…
Step into Exeter's past through the eyes of its photographers. This exhibition showcases…
Antonio VivaldisThe Four Seasonsis the most recorded work in classical music and a…
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great…
Timothy Parsons will be performing as part of our summer organ recital series celebrating…
This fascinating behind-the-scenes tour takes you into the roof void high above the Nave,…
The Exeter Festival Chorus concert takes place in the magnificent setting of Exeter…
Enjoy the awe-inspiring sound of the Cathedral’s magnificent organ as the evening sun…
Organist, Willeke Smits, will be performing a delightful seasonal concert as part of our…
This experience is brought to you by Candlelight Concerts. This concert is not affiliated…
Health, disease and the body have been studied since ancient times. The Cathedral Library…
St Sidwells is the largest parish in Exeter with a rich and vibrant history. Named after…
If you're looking for a romantic candlelit experience, want to enjoy some classical music…
An opportunity to explore the origins and use of the labyrinth and to learn how to create…
I like them so much they sang at my wedding Aled Jones
Libera will be returning to…
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