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Our Opening Times for the Festive Period

Saturday 23 December: 9am–11:30am then 1:15pm–4:30pm
Sunday 24 December: 11:30am–3pm
Christmas Day: Open for Services Only
Tuesday 26 – Saturday 30 December: 10:30am–3pm
Sunday 31 December: 11:30am–3pm
Monday 1 January 2024: 10:30am–3pm
Tuesday 2 January 2024: 9:30am–4:45pm

Advent & Christmas at Exeter Cathedral

The list of services for Advent and Christmas this year at Exeter Cathedral is now available on our website.

9-13 January 2024

Crown and Coronation Sound and Light Show

A new immersive sound and light show, bringing to life the spectacle of the Crown Jewels and Coronations, is coming to Exeter Cathedral.

14 September - 6 January

Light of Hope Star

See sculptor Peter Walker’s stunning steel and neon star installation in the awe-inspiring nave of Exeter Cathedral. Included with standard Cathedral admission fee.

Meet Our New Cathedral Chapter

Our new Constitution and Statutes prescribe the creation of a new Chapter, with a majority of Non-Executive Members. Alongside their strong Christian commitment, the Non-Executives will bring a considerable range of professional expertise and experience, and a passion for the Cathedral to engage with the whole of the Diocese and county.

Friends Charity Pledges £1 Million Boost to Exeter Cathedral Appeal

The Friends of Exeter Cathedral charity has announced that it will donate £1 million towards the cathedral’s 2020s Development Appeal Project.

Writing a New Chapter

At Exeter Cathedral, we are writing a new chapter: an ambitious project, designed to make sure that we are here for generations to come. While we’re doing this, you may find restricted access in some areas of the Cathedral.

Mark the Coronation with a Lasting Legacy

Find out about our new Coronation Edition Adopt a Stone Certificate.

Support for Ukraine

The Cathedral continues to support the people of Ukraine. A prayer station and donation box for the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) are available in the Cathedral. We are keen to support those already being hosted in our Diocese...

What's on

Visiting times
Admission prices
Services & Events

Please note the following changes to our sightseeing opening times:

Wednesday 20 December: 1pm-4:30pm
Friday 22 December: 10:30am-2pm
Saturday 23 December: 9am-11:30am then 1:15pm-4:30pm
Sunday 24 December: 11:30am-3pm
Christmas Day: Open for Services Only
Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 December: 10:30am-3pm
Sunday 31 December: 11:30am-3pm
Monday 1 January 2024: 10:30am-3pm
Tuesday 2 January 2024: 9:30am-4:45pm

You may find restricted access in some areas of the Cathedral due to conservation and improvement work. Find out more >

	Monday to Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Exeter Cathedral	10:30am-4:30pm	9am-4:30pm	11:30am-3pm
The Cathedral Shop	10:30am-4:30pm	9am-4:30pm	11:30am-3pm
Ten Fifty outdoor café	10:00am-4:30pm	9am-4:30pm	11:30am-3pm

Exeter Cathedral receives no regular funding from the Church of England or from the UK Government to support its work, so we ask our visitors to pay a modest admission fee, which is an important part of our annual income. Your visit helps to meet our responsibility to maintain and support one of Europe’s finest cathedrals for future generations.

Adults: £7.50
Seniors and Students: £6.00
Children under 18 (within a family group): FREE

Exeter residents (postcodes EX1-EX4): FREE with Residents Card

Visiting for worship or prayer?
There is never a charge to worship or pray in Exeter Cathedral, and everyone is welcome.

Carers
Admission for carers who are accompanying sightseers is also free of charge (if you are attending an event then please check with the event organiser).

12-Month Pass

UK taxpayers who choose to Gift Aid their admission receive a 12-month pass at no extra charge, meaning you can come back as often as you like.
By choosing to Gift Aid you allow us to claim back additional money on your entry fee at no extra cost to you!

Exeter Residents

Exeter Cathedral offers a Residents’ Card, offering people living in the city (postcodes EX1-EX4) free entry to their Cathedral during normal visitor hours. Once you have received your card, simply present it each time you visit the Cathedral. Those living outside the city boundaries who can Gift Aid their admission can pay to visit just once and get an annual pass, or anyone can join the Friends of Exeter Cathedral and so gain a host of other benefits, including talks and discounts at the Cathedral café and shop. Apply for your Residents’ Card here and bring it with you when you next visit. Once you’ve completed your form, please post it with a stamped addressed return envelope to 1 The Cloisters, Exeter, EX1 1HS so we can send your card to you.

Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Cathedral.

Todays services and events

8:15

Morning Prayer

8:35

Eucharist

9:00

Cathedral opens for sightseeing

10:00

Exhibition - Light of Hope Star

11:30

Cathedral closes for sightseeing

12:00

Special Service - Crib Service

13:15

Cathedral opens for sightseeing

16:30

Cathedral closes for sightseeing

17:30

Evening Prayer

18:00

Special Service - A service of lessons and carols for Christmas Eve

Livestreamed Service

Watch this space for the latest services broadcast live from Exeter Cathedral.

News

Catch up on the latest news and features from Exeter Cathedral

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A New Sound and Light Show for a New Year at Exeter Cathedral

A New Sound and Light Show for a New Year at Exeter Cathedral Next month, Exeter Cathedral will become...

22 December 2023

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‘A Most Glorious and Useful Medicine’?

By Emma Laws, Cathedral Librarian Christmas, according to one famous singer, is a time for mistletoe...

21 December 2023

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Christmas Message

A Christmas message from The Very Revd Jonathan Greener, Dean of Exeter. Many of us approach Christmas...

21 December 2023

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By Canon Cate Edmonds “And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great...

20 December 2023

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Reflections: The Wonder of Words

By The Rev’d Phil Wales, Cathedral Deacon Advent signals the start of a new year in the Church. It is...

08 December 2023

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Notarial Instruments

By Ellie Jones, Cathedral Archivist With thousands of documents to choose from, sometimes it can be difficult...

08 December 2023

Cathedral News - December 2023 Edition

Cathedral News is a monthly journal published by Exeter Cathedral. It contains a mixture of community...

04 December 2023

Christmas Wreaths

Christmas Wreaths by the Exeter Cathedral Flower Arrangers

Order a traditional Christmas wreath made by the Exeter Cathedral Flower Arrangers. The wreaths are £30...

01 December 2023

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The Countdown to Christmas

By Canon Deborah Parsons I love the preparations for Christmas: buying the tree and decorating it; carol...

01 December 2023

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From the Library: More Cats at The Cathedral

By Emma Laws, Cathedral Librarian This is a Cat’s Paw binding – so-called because it looks like a cat...

24 November 2023

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Resident’s Card

Live within EX1 – EX4? Our Resident’s Card gives you unlimited free access to Exeter Cathedral!

Ten Fifty Café

Locally-sourced drinks and light refreshments from our low-carbon outdoor café.

Family Fun

Activities and events to entertain the young and young-at-heart.

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Venue Hire

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About Us

We’re a community hub, a heritage destination, a refuge for reflection, place for prayer and worship, and a stage for performers.

Support Us

Exeter Cathedral has been at the heart of Devon for nearly a thousand years, but it now needs urgent help and investment. Find out how you can help.

Cathedral Life

Cathedral Life is a free e-bulletin of news, features, events and information from Exeter Cathedral. Sent straight to your inbox every Friday.

Engaging Communities

Thanks to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Exeter Cathedral has an exciting new programme of activities and events for people in and around Exeter.

Community Hub

Quick links, contacts and resources for the Exeter Cathedral Community

Donate

It has been a difficult time for everyone. But if you are able to give to Exeter Cathedral today, we can continue to be here for you. We don’t receive regular funding from the government or from the Church of England, so your donation really will make a difference. It will help ensure our long-term financial stability and enable us to emerge ready to serve the people of Devon, as we have done for a thousand years.

Thank you so much for any support you are able to give.

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