Exeter Cathedral

Providing there is no service going on at the time, you may look around the Cathedral at your leisure. The Cathedral is normally open for visiting between 9.30am and 5pm. Usually you will be welcomed by a Steward wearing a red sash, who will give you a leaflet describing the layout of the Cathedral. You may also be asked to make a voluntary donation towards the upkeep of the Cathedral. There is no state aid as in other countries. It is the gifts of generations that ensures that it is still here for you to enjoy.

A Shop is to be found off the South Quire Aisle (shown on the leaflet). In the square immediately to the South of the Cathedral, known as the Cloisters, you will find toilets and the Refectory where you can find reasonably priced refreshment, from a cup of tea to a meal. It is open from 10am to 4.45pm daily except Sunday.

If you are coming with a group, please contact the Visitors Officer on 01392 285983 so that suitable arrangements can be made. In this case you may wish to have the services of a trained guide at a time other than that of the normal daily tours. Please also make known any particular interests of your group as this will assist in the selection of an appropriate guide.If it is a school group you are coming with, you may wish to use the Cathedral's educations facilities. The Education officer can be contacted on 01392 285977.