Hereford Cathedral
Hereford CathedralCathedral
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Contact
Hereford Cathedral
01432 374200
office@herefordcathedral.org
www.herefordcathedral.org
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Address
5 College Cloisters,
Cathedral Close,
HEREFORD,
Herefordshire,
HR1 2NG
Details
Built on a place of worship used since Saxon times, Hereford Cathedral contains some of the finest examples of architecture from Norman times to the present day, including the 13th century Shrine of St. Thomas of Hereford, the recently restored 14th century Lady Chapel and the award-winning 20th century New Library Building.
The award-winning Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition houses the spectacular medieval map of the world and the Cathedral’s unique Chained Library, telling the stories of these national treasures through models, artefacts and changing exhibitions and displays.
Other activities include concerts, recitals, The Three Choirs Festival (in August every third year), exhibitions, events and a working stonemasons yard where skilled craftsmen use traditional methods to restore this ancient and beautiful cathedral.
Amenities include on-site Cathedral Cafe, Cathedral Shop and toilets. Full accessibility information can be found on our website.
Opening details
Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 4pm*
Explore Hereford’s famous medieval map and discover how scholars interpreted the world over 700 years ago, displayed alongside 225 illuminated manuscripts and over 1,200 early printed books.
Cathedral Cafe
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 4pm*
Serving a delicious range of hot and cold snacks, drinks, homemade soups, cakes and seasonal treats. Fairtrade tea, coffee and wine are also served.
Cathedral Shop
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 4pm*
Visit the Cathedral Shop for a wide selection of exclusive Christmas Cards, decorations, seasonal gifts, publications and souvenirs.
*Exhibition last admission 30min before closing, Cloister Cafe last orders 15mins before closing. Also closed on Sundays, Christmas Eve (from 1pm), Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. The Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition is also closed for essential cleaning and conservation work between early January.
Prices
Various charges apply
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: SO 510397 Lat: 52.05361 Long: -2.71497
Hereford Cathedral is located in the city centre and can be accessed via Broad Street, Church Street and Castle Street on foot. For directions from public transport or car please visit our website.
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Coach parties accepted
Disabled toilets
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Public toilets
Wheelchairs available
Children welcome
Disabled access
