Gloucester Cathedral & Cafe

Inspiring pilgrims for over 1300 years, discover the earliest and finest fan vaulted ceilings in the world, the tomb of a king, daily tours, and a diverse programme of events and activities.

Entry to the Cathedral for general visiting is by voluntary donation of £5 per adult. We are grateful for the generosity of our visitors to look after this ancient building, thank you for your support.

Regular Visiting Hours:
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: 12noon - 2.30pm and 4pm - 5pm

Be sure to visit the Monk’s Kitchen café during your visit to enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and a delicious snack. Situated just off the west walk of the cloisters, you will find a selection of beverages, cakes, hot soup, homemade quiches and sandwiches, and we have a range of Fair-Trade tea and coffee.

The Cathedral welcomes well-behaved dogs inside the building during visiting hours from Monday to Saturday. To ensure that the Cathedral remains a safe and enjoyable space for all visitors, the following rules apply to visitors with dogs:

Dogs must be well-behaved and not disturb other visitors.
Dogs must be kept on a short, locked lead and not left unattended at any time.
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the building on Sundays.
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Lady Chapel, which will be kept as a quiet and safe space for those who may not be comfortable around dogs.
Only assistance dogs are permitted upstairs and on guided tours, including in the Library, Crypt and Tower.
Only assistance dogs are permitted at services, in the Tribune Gallery and at events.
Owners must clean up after their dogs.