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Holy Week at Ely Cathedral: Please check for any changes to opening times before you visit, as we have special services taking place on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Lady Chapel and Mary

Joyfully proclaiming the love of God in Worship, Outreach, Welcome and Care

Concerts and Events

Cathedral Services

Three Services are held at the Cathedral every day of the year without exception.

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Lent, Holy Week and Easter

Find out about our services for Lent, Holy Week and Easter

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Multi-Media Digital Guides

Our new state-of-the-art Digital Guides allow you to experience a self guided tour of Ely Cathedral at your own pace. (included with Visitor ticket)

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Octagon Tower Tours

* A Cathedral highlight *
One of the wonders of medieval engineering, this incredible structure completed in 1342 is considered the jewel in the Cathedral crown.

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Christmas Fair Exhibitors

Apply for a stall at our 2024 Christmas Gift & Food Fair now! Deadline mid-April.

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Special Interest Tours

Our Special Interest Tour programme for 2024 includes 3 brand new tours, alongside returning favourites.

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Online Shop

Sign up to our shop newsletter and receive 15% discount off your first order!

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West Tower Tours

Climb the 288 steps to the top of the West Tower for stunning views over the city and the surrounding fens.

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Support Us

It costs £10,000 a day to care for our historic building, maintain our worship and music tradition, and carry out our contemporary mission of education, outreach, and care.

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The Stained Glass Museum

The Stained Glass Museum within Ely Cathedral offers a unique insight into the fascinating history of stained glass.

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Visitor Opening Hours & Tickets

Monday to Saturday:
Visitor entry 10am - 4pm (visitor charges apply)

Sunday:
Visitor entry 12 Noon - 3pm (visitor charges apply)

Please check any changes to opening hours before you visit.

We kindly request that Visitor Tickets are booked in advance.

Services usually take place Monday - Saturday at 5.30pm and Sunday at 4pm – everyone is welcome to attend.

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Safeguarding at Ely Cathedral

We are fully committed to safeguarding all who worship or attend activities here.

We fully acknowledge we have a duty of care to all. We have robust policies and guidelines in place and we follow the advice, guidance and practice of the Church of England in Promoting a Safer Church.

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