Where can we eat lunch?
We have limited lunch space in the Education Centre. This is available free of charge on a first-booked, first-served basis. Otherwise you may eat in the Cloister.
Please remember that the Cloister is part of the Cathedral and noise levels should be kept to a minimum. During the summer you can also picnic on the riverbanks.
Where can the bus drop us off?
Because of the narrowness of our nearby streets, coach access to the Cathedral is prohibited. Passengers can be set down at the Walkergate slip road, or at the Coach Park at Freeman’s Place. Allow at least 15 minutes to walk up to the Cathedral.
Many schools are dropped off at Dunelm House, New Elvet, and walk across Kingsgate Bridge. However there are a number of steps which means it isn’t accessible to anyone with mobility difficulties. Ask your bus driver about this.
What about disabled access?
So we can make your visit run as smoothly as possible, please tell us in advance of any special needs your group may have. Most of the Cathedral is accessible to wheelchair users.
You may also find out Accessibility page useful.
Is there a shop?
The Cathedral Shop sells gifts for children such as pencils and erasers as well as books. We can organise goody bags to a specified amount. This is ideal if you want to avoid taking the children into the shop!