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Library Tours: Medieval Theme

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Make your visit extra special with a tour of the Cathedral's beautiful, hidden library.

Located up a winding spiral staircase, the medieval library contains a wonderful collection of books and manuscripts dating back to the 11th century.

Visit our 15th century library and see a selection of our treasurers from the medieval period. From humble histories to illuminated charters step back to our earliest recorded history.

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Library Tours last around 60 minutes

Library Tours involve climbing 38 spiral steps

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Adult£15.00 per ticket
Child£8.00 per ticket

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Library Tours: Medieval Theme

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

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