Winchester Cathedral
For over a thousand years, people have come to seek inspiration in this magnificent Cathedral. From a small Saxon church to a great Cathedral, the long history of this sacred place stretches back over 15 centuries. Discover glorious church architecture, priceless treasures, great works of art, historic events and famous people. See the 12th-Century Winchester Bible, illuminated in gold and lapis lazuli, contemporary sculpture by Antony Gormley and Barbara Hepworth and the burial place of England’s much loved novelist Jane Austen.
Watch the peregrine falcons at Winchester cathedral live here.
Our Events
05th Feb 2024to 18th Feb 2024
Winchester - Festival of the Moon
17th Nov 2023to 21st Dec 2023
Winchester - Christmas Market
Latest news from Winchester Cathedral
Light in the World – lanterns and light shows.
Hundreds of people will gather tonight (Friday) for Winchester Cathedral’s annual lantern
Cathedral Christmas Markets Announced
It’s beginning to look a lot like … Cathedral Christmas Markets Announced and More You
Join us this Remembrance Tide
Silent poppy drops, the toll of our bells, an online quiet day for reflection, a light and
Christmas Market – Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe. Taking
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Winchester Cathedral
The Close
Winchester
SO23 9LS
01962 857200
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