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A warm welcome awaits you at Gloucester Cathedral - one of the finest medieval buildings in the country and the burial place of royalty.


Trace 1000 years of architectural styles from Norman through Perpendicular to the present day where our team of stonemasons are still carving and casting. The extraordinary fan-faulted medieval cloisters and Great East Window are national treasures and the Lady Chapel houses some of the finest Arts & Crafts glass in the country.

Daily public worship has re-commenced at the Cathedral. The Cathedral Eucharist will take place every Sunday at 10.15am and on each weekday Monday to Saturday, there will also be a short service of Holy Communion at 12.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.  

The Monk’s Kitchen Café is open serving a delicious selection of cakes, cream teas, sandwiches, drinks and much more. .  

Full details can be found on the Cathedral website. There is also a short video which people can view before planning their visit. 

Please refer to the Cathedral website www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk for services and events times.

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Events

Friday, 4th September 2026 - Friday, 4th September 2026

80s anthem poster80s Anthems By Candlelight at Gloucester CathedralCalling 80s music fans Everywhere… this is your show!
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Friday, 25th September 2026 - Friday, 25th September 2026

Four Opera SingersA Night at the OperaFeaturing four soloists, each singing solo arias as well as duets, trios and quartets, accompanied by a live orchestra, this programme takes you on a journey through some of opera's greatest showstoppers.
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Friday, 2nd October 2026 - Friday, 2nd October 2026

Bowie By Candlelight at Gloucester CathedralWe are delighted to bring you Bowie by Candlelight, featuring 'David Live' The David Bowie Tribute Show.
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Saturday, 10th October 2026 - Saturday, 10th October 2026

Pink Floyd By Candlelight at Gloucester CathedralJoin us on the Dark Side of the Moon for the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd, performed live at the beautiful Gloucester Cathedral, by candlelight!.
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Saturday, 17th October 2026 - Saturday, 17th October 2026

Duruflé Requiem, Vierne Messe Solonnelle and Fauré motets opus 47 and 64Experience a sublime evening of French sacred music as Gloucester Choral Society performs a deeply moving program
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Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026

JS Bach Christmas OratorioExperience the ultimate festive triumph as Gloucester Choral Society presents J.S. Bach's immortal Christmas Oratorio.
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Saturday, 5th December 2026 - Saturday, 5th December 2026

Motown Christmas By Candlelight at Gloucester CathedralCalling all Motown lovers… this Christmas, we're bringing you a festive twist that's simply irresistible!
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Saturday, 19th December 2026 - Saturday, 19th December 2026

Bublé Christmas By Candlelight at Gloucester CathedralFeaturing a spectacular live big band and the UK's number one Michael Bublé tribute act, join us for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits, made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé!
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Saturday, 16th January 2027 - Saturday, 16th January 2027

Rossini Petite Messe SollonelleLove singing? Why not 'Come & Sing' one of the choral greats in our next fabulous, morning choral workshop.
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Saturday, 20th March 2027 - Saturday, 20th March 2027

Beethoven Symphony no 9 and Ralph Vaughan Williams Toward the Unknown RegionExperience an evening of monumental choral power as Gloucester Choral Society and Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra unite under the magnificent vaulted ceiling of Gloucester Cathedral.
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Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Shop
  • Tea Rooms

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Undercroft restaurant max 70
  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Accept children all ages
  • Baby Changing Facilities

Establishment Features

  • Dog Friendly - Well-behaved dogs will be welcome during visiting hours Monday-Saturday – no dogs at services or on Sundays.
  • Dogs-Accepted - Well-behaved dogs will be welcome during visiting hours Monday-Saturday – no dogs at services or on Sundays.
  • Eco Friendly
  • Groups Welcome

Key Features

  • Families
  • Groups
  • In town/city centre - 2 Minutes Walk from the Cross into Westgate Street and the Cathedral will be on the right.
  • No Smoking Attraction

Payment Methods

  • All major credit cards accepted
  • Cash accepted

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

  • Chinese printed material
  • French printed material
  • German printed material - Korean printed material
  • Italian printed material
  • Japanese printed material
  • Spanish printed material

Specialist Features

  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families

Sustainability

  • Nature Conservation - Supports natural environment (e.g. habitat restoration & creation like wildflower meadows, tree planting, nature recovery, no dig soil method)
  • Travel & Transport - Cycle Parking

Tours and Demonstrations

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

Travel & Trade

  • Wi-fi available

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted

Map & Directions

Gloucester Cathedral

Type:Cathedral/Minster

12 College Green, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2LX
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Tel01452 528095

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 16:00
Sunday12:00 - 14:30
16:00 - 17:00

* Opening times can vary due to services and events. Please check their website for the most up to date information for each day.

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