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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 | 9:15am-5pm | 9:15am-5pm | 11:30am-3pm |
| Exeter Cathedral Shop | 9:15am-5pm | 9:15am-5pm | 11am-4pm |
| Chapter House Refectory | 9:15am-5pm | 9.15am-5pm | 11am-4pm |
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.
Between now and 31 May 2025, enjoy half price admission into the amazing Exeter Cathedral. Standard admission now just £5.
Adults: Standard Price £10 – NOW £5
Seniors and Students: Standard Price £8 – NOW £4
Children under 18 (within a family group): FREE
Exeter residents (postcodes EX1-EX4): FREE with Residents Card
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.
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).
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!
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
Morning Prayer Eucharist Morning Prayer - Zoom Meeting ID: 996 3898 5011, Passcode: 1F0puR Choral Evensong8:158:359:0017:30
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
Book Review: The Deluge – The Great War and the Remaking of Global Order by Adam Tooze
Reviewed by Canon Mike D Williams President Trump resets the world order. History tells us that it has...
22 May 2025
The Heat of the Day, 80 Years After VE Day
By Canon James Mustard Elizabeth Bowen’s 1949 novel, set in Blitz-besieged London is one of the most...
16 May 2025
18 volumes… and counting
By Emma Laws, Cathedral Librarian Nikephorus Kallistos Xanthopoulos, a Greek historian born around 1256,...
16 May 2025
Book Review: Wounded Shepherd – Pope Francis and his struggle to convert the Catholic Church by Austen Ivereigh
Reviewed by Canon Mike D Williams Pope Francis asked for the meeting. Austen Ivereigh, a British journalist...
15 May 2025
A Call for Actors: The Exeter Nativity
A Call for Actors: The Exeter Nativity Could you be part of this year’s Exeter Nativity? The Exeter...
15 May 2025
A Call For Actors: The Importance of Being Earnest
A Call for Actors: The Importance of Being Earnest The Cathedral Players are back with a proposed production...
12 May 2025
My Votive, My Gratitude: A Day at the Wax Workshop
By Anca, Youth Volunteer at Exeter Cathedral Last month I had the amazing chance to take part in a wax...
13 May 2025
The legacy of Thomas Glass (1709–1786)
By Emma Laws, Cathedral Librarian Earlier this year, I presented a talk at The Royal Society’s conference...
09 May 2025
Book Review: Follow the Money – How Much Does Britain Cost? By Paul Johnson
Reviewed by Canon Mike D Williams Total UK spending in 2022/23 was £1.8 trillion. It is the sixth largest...
09 May 2025
Memory and Meaning
By Canon Deborah Parsons Thursday 8 May marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day. I’ve been moved to hear...
09 May 2025
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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.
low-carbon outdoor café.
Chapter House Refectory
Relax and recharge at
The Chapter House Refectory, Exeter Cathedral’s unique café,
set inside its amazing medieval Chapter House.
The Chapter House Refectory, Exeter Cathedral’s unique café,
set inside its amazing medieval Chapter House.
Exeter Cathedral Shop
Wander through our stunning
new Friends’ Cloister Gallery to Exeter Cathedral Shop and discover a unique collection of souvenirs, books, music, art,
hand-crafted gifts and
much more.
new Friends’ Cloister Gallery to Exeter Cathedral Shop and discover a unique collection of souvenirs, books, music, art,
hand-crafted gifts and
much more.
Venue Hire
Make your event unforgettable. Book a space in Devon’s most iconic building.
Safeguarding
Exeter Cathedral Chapter have committed the Cathedral community to the support, nurture, protection and safeguarding of all, especially the young and the vulnerable.
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.
About Us
We’re a community hub, a heritage destination, a refuge for reflection, place for prayer and worship, and a stage for performers.
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.
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.
Friends of Exeter Cathedral
The Friends is a charitable organisation founded in 1929 to co-operate with the Dean and Chapter in helping to preserve and improve the fabric and furnishings of this wonderful building.
Donate
People value Exeter Cathedral in all sorts of ways: as Devon’s greatest historic building; as the beating heart of Exeter; as a place of worship and world-class music; as a venue for concerts and activities; as an inspirational space to reflect; and as a social hub.
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.