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Cathedral of the Cotswolds in the heart of Gloucester. Gloucester Cathedral is a place where all are welcome, regardless of background or faith. We are open 365 days a year and are proud that entry into the building is completely free for everyone...more

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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12 College Green, Gloucester GL1 2LX, England

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Larry F

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Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

Short trip to Gloucestershire

Wonderful cathedral, amazing whispering gallery, and particularly visited to see Edward II tomb. Downside to the visit was upon entering the cathedral. We were welcolmed with 'would you like to make a donation?'. We gladly did, whilst also being told that there was a guided...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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annd210355

Gloucester, United Kingdom

22

Reviewed 3 days ago

A beautiful cathedral

Gloucester is a huge and beautiful cathedral. Well worth a visit. The only downside was the lack of disabled parking facilities. At the time of my visit there were building works going on so this might have changed since but I would recommend checking before...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Elsasong3

Hong Kong

733

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Tower tour

Most people know it is in some of the scenes of Harry Potter and the crypt tour also allows you to visit the crypts which is one of the sites of Sherlock scenes. However, not all even the locals, know you can access the towers...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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paulbakerfamily

Gloucester, United Kingdom

46

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Amazing piece of history

An incredible building packed with history. So much to find out, always worth taking one of the guided tours as there are lots of lovely little secrets to discover.

Date of experience: February 2019

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sara c

Gloucester, United Kingdom

1411

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Great visit

We had a lovely time. Cathedral had activities for kids and the volunteers are really informative. The cathedral is stunning!

Date of experience: February 2019

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JimW1650

1

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Cathedral visit

Lovely place to visit steeped in so much history great walk round the building is phenominAl will go again

Date of experience: March 2019

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t0rquilg

Gloucester, United Kingdom

247

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Gift shop review

First time inside the cathedral after 4 years of living in the city. Looking to acquire a bible for partners elderly father, and directed to the gift shop by a lady from WH Smiths. Upon entering the cathedral courtyard which is impressive and tranquil this...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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spudDorset

Isle of Portland, United Kingdom

12442

Reviewed 6 days ago

A must if visiting Gloucester

Very interesting building to visit to admire the architecture. Well worth spending an hour just wandering around.

Date of experience: April 2019

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TJeinsteinwood

Deal, United Kingdom

15170

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Absolutely beautiful

This is an absolutely beautiful building both inside and out. Fantastic gargoyles! Technically entry is by donation- but it's clear its encouraged that you pay the £5 suggested adult donation. However it is worth it! Stunning architecture and stained glass windows. Loved the whispering gallery...More

Date of experience: April 2019

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William R

565

Reviewed 1 week ago

Amazing

A bit costly to enter, but once inside the place is amazing. The architecture is awe-inspiring. and the stain-glass windows something else. You need to visit at least once.

Date of experience: April 2019

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moranclan2016

Where to park

November 19, 2018|

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Hello, There are many public car parks within reach of the Cathedral on foot. You can find more information on our website under Visit - Plan your Visit - Find us. The Cathedral is also a 15 minute walk from the train and... More

morgannwg64

Last time i was at the cathedral there was alot of work going on. One is looking to return. Is this still the case?

July 9, 2018|

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Hello, We have finished the work in and around the Cathedral! There's a little scaffolding up around the far East End but nothing major inside. If you have a specific date in mind when you would like to come, do get in... More

19Maureen01

Is parking easy for the cathedral

August 23, 2017|

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There are several car parks around the Cathedral that are all within walking distance. Please take a look at the Cathedral's website where you can find all the information you need about visiting us and see maps showing the... More