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Chester Cathedral
Type: Cathedral / Minister
There has been a church on this site for over 1,000 years.
Originally a Saxon Minster, then rebuilt as a Benedictine Abbey, this magnificent building has been the Cathedral of the Diocese of Chester since 1541.
The Cathedral houses one of the most complete medieval monastic complexes in the country. Intricately carved Quire stalls which are almost 800 years old and considered to be the finest in the UK.
A digital audio 'Guideport' tour is included in the admission fee.
Opening Times
Opening 2008 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 12:30 - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 12:30 - 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | £4.00 |
| Child (5-16) | £1.50 |
| Senior Citizen | £3.00 |
| Family | £10.00 |
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family | £10.00 family |
| Adult | £4.00 adult |
| Senior Citizen | £3.00 senior citizen |
| Child (5-16) | £1.50 child |
Road Directions
The Cathedral is located in the heart of the city, easily accessed by public transport
Public Transport Directions
Only 1 minute walk from Chester Town Hall; 20 minutes walk from Chester Railway Station
Additional Images
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