Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom | Cathedral

Welcome to Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, England in the United Kingdom. Winchester Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Diocese of Winchester, which is part of the Church of England. The Cathedral has its origins in the 7th century, when a Christian Church was first built on this site. Since then, it has played a fundamental part in the life of this ancient City and a role in the history of our nation.
All are welcome to come to Winchester Cathedral as visitors or pilgrims, which is normally open from 8.30am to 6.00pm every day (5.30pm on Sundays). Services and Events may cause certain areas to be closed at times, so you are encouraged to enquire if you are making a special visit. It is also worth checking service times especially on Sundays as they can sometimes vary from the norm.
A fun and educational children's trail is available throughout the year to help children and their families get the most out of their visit. Learn about the Cathedral and some of the interesting characters who have visited, worshipped, and worked in the Cathedral as well as finding beasts, animals and people carved in wood and stone.
Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, England, provides holiday activities for children and their families to take part in during the school holidays.
There are two types of tours available, the public tour and the pre-booked tour. Public tours are available on a drop in basis and pre-booked tours can be booked for private groups of five or more. Visitors are advised that opening times are subject to change in order to accommodate services and events. Please contact us if you are making a special visit.
Climb the Cathedral Tower and admire the panoramic sights over the city and as far as the Isle of Wight. Explore the bell chamber and walk the entire nave roof with its tremendous timbers.
Explore the fascinating Crypt, which houses the acclaimed Sound II sculpture by Anthony Gormely.
Masons, carpenters, sculptors, textile-artists and icon-makers are some of the craftsmen around whom tours can be based. They focus on one subject, embroideries or contemporary art, or a mix of two or more: the Winchester Bible with wall paintings and tiles, or sculptors with woodwork or glass.