Salisbury Cathedral
See Britain's tallest spire
Admire the Gothic cathedral interior
Study the original Magna Carta in the Chapter House
Witness the world's oldest working clock
Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury Cathedral is unique amongst medieval English cathedrals, built within one century with no substantial later additions. The building itself is remarkable, a testimony to the faith and practical skills of those who erected it.
The Spire of Salisbury Cathedral
The tallest in England at 123m (404ft) - soars to the heavens, and marked a revolution in cathedral architecture when it was built 800 years ago. In the Chapter House, you will see the Magna Carta, the famous agreement made between King John and his barons at Runnymede in 1215.
Oldest Clock in The World
Salisbury Cathedral holds the oldest working medieval clock in the world. It was made by 1386 and was originally installed in the detached Bell Tower. It is made from hand-wrought iron. As is usual for this period there is no face, the clock being designed only to strike hours.
Sunday services are held at 8am, 9.15am 10.30am and 3pm.
You are most welcome to join these services, but please be aware that Cathedral access will be restricted.
Recommended Sunday viewing times: 12.00pm-2.30pm or after 4pm.
Please note: The Chapter House, Restaurant and Shop are all closed on Christmas day.
By Car
From London, take the M3 then the A303 and the A345, approximately a 2 hour drive.
From Dorchester/Weymouth/Blandford take the A354.
From Bournemouth take the A338.
From Southampton take the A36.
From Bath take the A36.
From Stonehenge take the A303 and the A345 approximately 25 minutes.
From Old Sarum A345 approximately 10 minutes. Car parks include Central, George Mall/New Street, Brown Street, Crane Street.
Market days are on Tuesday and Saturdays so parking can be slightly more difficult.
By Train
Regular services from London Waterloo taking only 90 minutes with a 10 minute walk to the Cathedral.
Heathrow and Gatwick Airports are only 1 ½ hrs drive from Salisbury and Southampton and Bournemouth International Airports are only 40 minutes by car. In addition Exeter, Bristol and Birmingham are within easy reach.
Cyclists
You need to book your cycle on the train in advance or hire locally from Stonehenge Cycles. Cycle parking available in the Cathedral Close.
Tour Duration:
Open Daily:
7.15am - 6.15pm
We recommend groups visit:
Monday - Saturday 0930-1730 (summer) and
Monday - Saturday 1000-1630 (winter)
Sunday 1200-1430 or after 1600 (1200-1600 or after 1730 from 30 May to 29 August)
Times may vary at short notice depending on services and concerts - especially around Easter and Christmas.
Adult £5.00 - Child £5.00 - Senior/Student £5.00
Tour runs on Sunday,Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday