8218 reviews

Winchester Cathedral

Name: Winchester Cathedral
Address: Winchester, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.6

Winchester

9 The Cl, Winchester SO23 9LS, United Kingdom

Cathedral Historical landmark History museum Local history museum Place of worship Tourist attraction

+44 1962 857200

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Winchester Cathedral is a cathedral, historical landmark, history museum, local history museum, place of worship and tourist attraction located in Winchester, United Kingdom. The average rating of this business is 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 8218 reviews. The street address of this business is 9 The Cl, Winchester SO23 9LS, United Kingdom. Winchester Cathedral is open seven days a week from 09:00am to 05:00pm.

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Where Winchester Cathedral is located at?: Winchester Cathedral is located at 9 The Cl, Winchester SO23 9LS, United Kingdom.
What is the contact number of Winchester Cathedral?: The contact number of Winchester Cathedral is +44 1962 857200

Reviews

5 Lucy_ M 35 months ago

Didn't pay for entry
We felt £12.50 was quite a lot for entry and decided not to pay, but we did soon realise how big it was and could see potential justification for why entry was expensive. You can explore a garden and see lots of the architecture without going in. The gift shop is expensive and mostly about the area not just the Cathedral.

5 Simon Hill 35 months ago

Remarkable building, with fantastic exhibitions and guides, well worth the price of entry and definitely worth checking out.

The building remains a functioning church, but in addition it acts as a museum and art gallery. Definitely worth getting the guided tour, and make sure you check out the actual museum section (off to the right hand side towards the back of the church).

5 Melanie 36 months ago

We did the guided tower tour at an extra GBP3 and it was well worth it. So much information, a great view from the top and the chance to see behind the scenes. Lots of very narrow stairs though so not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. And take a small bag if at all.

5 Marcus Schuler 47 months ago

Wow, what a cathedral. Anyone who is in the vicinity must see it. We were also lucky enough to see the choir rehearsing and we were accompanied by church songs through the huge building. If you are interested in history, you should bring time, as there is a lot to read and learn.

5 Julia Withers 39 months ago

Loved it! The place is steeped in history, and the atmosphere reflects it. The building is beautiful and if you get the chance, do the bell tower tour. You get to go on the roof and look out over Winchester. Fabulous and well worth the entrance fee.

5 Michael Kearney 38 months ago

Winchester Cathedral is an absolute gem and a must-visit if you're in the area. From the moment you walk in, you're struck by the grandeur and beauty of the space. The soaring ceilings, stunning stained glass windows, and intricate stonework all combine to create a truly breathtaking experience.

One of the highlights of visiting the cathedral is the chance to see the Winchester Bible, one of the finest surviving 12th-century English Bibles. It's a real treasure and the detail and artistry in each page is simply incredible.

The staff at the cathedral are also friendly and knowledgeable, and they're happy to answer any questions you might have about the history and architecture of the building. I highly recommend taking one of the guided tours to really get a sense of the stories and people behind the cathedral.

If you have the chance, make sure to attend one of the choral services - the acoustics in the cathedral are amazing and it's a truly moving experience to hear the choir sing in such a beautiful space.

Overall, I can't recommend Winchester Cathedral highly enough. It's a true masterpiece of architecture and a testament to the skill and creativity of the people who built it.

5 Laura Crawley 37 months ago

One of the most amazing Cathedrals we have visited. We had two children aged 9 and 7 with us, and the staff could not have been more welcoming or inclusive of them. Nothing was too much and they answered the endless stream of questions they had too. The rich history and pure beauty of this spectacular building must not be missed. We were here for four hours and felt like we rushed around. Could easily have spent an entire day here. Thank you Winchester Cathedral and all your amazing staff.

5 Sofie B. 37 months ago

A spectacular cathedral. We joined a free tour (once you pay to get in). The tour took over an hour. The guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. If you are visiting Winchester this is a must.

Business Hours

Saturday	09:00am - 05:00pm
Sunday	12:00am - 03:00pm
Monday	09:00am - 05:00pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 05:00pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 05:00pm
Thursday	09:00am - 05:00pm
Friday	09:00am - 05:00pm