Worcester Cathedral
Worcester Cathedral has been described as possibly the most interesting of all England’s cathedrals, especially architecturally. The first cathedral was founded in 680. Saint Oswald built a later cathedral in 983, and established a monastery attached to it. Saint Wulfstan began the present building in 1084.
The infamous ‘bad’ King John, villain of every Robin Hood tale, is most famous for sealing Magna Carta which some historians regard as the first step towards England’s constitutional monarchy. King John is buried in a place of honour in front of the High Altar. His tomb features the oldest royal effigy in England. John’s son, Henry III visited his father’s tomb and became an important benefactor of the Cathedral.
The Nave (main part) of Worcester Cathedral is wheelchair accessible from the North Door via a slope. A larger part of the door can be opened to allow access for a bigger vehicle. The Nave is flat and level. From the Nave there is a slope down to the Cloisters where the Chapter House, Café, shop and toilets can be found. There is a disabled toilet off the Cloister which requires a RADAR key. There is access into the Quire via a slope from the Friends’ Door on the north side of the Cathedral. The Quire is level and flat. We regret that there is no wheelchair access to the tower, crypt, Library, St John's Chapel or inside Prince Arthur's Chantry.
Opening Times
- Monday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday 12:30 – 3:00 pm
Address
College Yard, Worcester WR1 2LA, UK
- Phone: 01905 732900
- Email: info@worcestercathedral.org.uk
- Visit Website
Directions
17.45 miles from Croft Farm
26 minutes drive time
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