Visiting Us

FAQ

Transport

• How do I get to the Cathedral?

  You’ll find us in the heart of Salisbury. You can get to us easily by car or coach, or just take a bus into the city centre. Salisbury train station is only a 15 minute walk away.

Parking

• Is there parking at the Cathedral?

  There’s limited parking within the Close at a fixed cost of just £8 for the whole day (including disabled car park spaces). Your nearest public parking is at the Old George Mall and Lush House car park.  The Central car park is only a 10-minute walk away. Alternatively, you can use one of the five Park and Ride sites.  

Accessibility

• Is the Cathedral accessible?

  If you use a wheelchair, you can easily access the Cathedral floor, Chapter House, cloisters, the Refectory Restaurant, shop and toilets. We’ve also got three wheelchairs you can borrow during your visit – please ask at the Welcome Desk. We offer large print versions of our visitor maps, and you can even find water for your assistance dog near the Refectory Restaurant entrance.

Food and Drink

• What food and drink options are available?

  With stunning views of the spire through its glorious glass roof, our Refectory Restaurant is open all year round, Here, you can enjoy a selection of delicious cakes, sausage rolls, deli sandwiches, and hot and cold drinks. You can choose to eat in the tranquil cloisters, or take your refreshments outside for a picnic in the Close. During the summer months, why not try our Bell Tower Tea Rooms, overlooking the North Lawn of the Cathedral.

Services

• Can I combine a visit with attending a service?

  We are a living church. So, we think the best way you can experience the true nature of the Cathedral is to come to one of our daily services – especially those featuring the Cathedral choir. You’ll find a complete list of our service times here [link] to help you plan your visit. If you wish to spend some time in quiet reflection, we have chapels for private prayer. Just ask a member of the team or take a look at our visitor map for more details.

Tickets

• Do I need a ticket to visit the Cathedral?

  A ticket is required for entry into the Cathedral and Chapter House on a tourist visit. These tickets can be purchased online (at a discounted price) or when you arrive. Entry tickets are valid for one year, and you can use the same ticket for as many return visits as you like within that time.
  
  Tickets are not required for attending services and you may need to purchase individual tickets for certain special events. Please note that free return visits with a standard entry ticket may not be valid for some of our special events.