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Locals can enjoy unlimited visits for the equivalent of just 10p per month!
Are you a local resident or do you work in the city of Canterbury?
If so, apply for a Cathedral Pass to enjoy unlimited visits to Canterbury Cathedral and its grounds free of charge during visitor hours.
If you sign up to our Pass holder mailing list, you’ll also be kept up to date with all the latest information on events and activities at the Cathedral, often before general release.
Please see our FAQ's and Terms and Conditions for more information.
FREE* exhibition
Cross-Currents
18 October 2024 – 15 February 2025
An installation of hundreds of beautiful, delicate hand-crafted boats embarked on their own journey through the vast architecture of Canterbury Cathedral, each fragile boat symbolizing the transient passage of the life of an individual.
*Included free with a valid Cathedral Admission Ticket, Cathedral Pass or Friends Card. Children aged 17 and under go free (T&Cs apply). No need to book.
Advent and Christmas at Canterbury Cathedral
Journeying to Christmas
All are welcome to join us for our traditional services and carols, brand new services and events, child-friendly activities, beautiful trees and decorations, and the return of the historic Cathedral Christmas Market (with free access to the Precincts*).
* Enjoy free access to the Precincts for the duration of the Christmas Market (15 November - 24 December 2024)
Image: Visualisation created by R3nder
Eligibility
You may be eligible for a Cathedral Pass if you;
- work in the old city of Canterbury
- live within 4 miles of Bell Harry tower, including within The Precincts (check our postcode list)
- are a member of the Cathedral Congregation
- are immediate family of a Cathedral staff member
- are a member of any church in the diocese (on the parish electoral roll or equivalent)
If you require assistance to apply, please email us at [email protected] or call on 01227 762862.
Members of The Friends continue to enjoy free access on presentation of their Friends membership card.
How long will my Cathedral Pass be valid for?
In order to ensure that we have up-to-date contact details for our Pass holders, we have introduced a five-year term for the new Cathedral Pass, with the opportunity to renew your Pass before it expires.
Can I still access Cathedral services of worship for free if I don’t have a Cathedral Pass?
Yes. There is no charge to attend our services of worship, and everyone is welcome.
Our Lounge is Open
The Lounge at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is open for food and drinks, between 10:00-16:00.
So, pop in for a cold drink, a tea or coffee, or stay awhile to enjoy lunch, light snacks and a selection of sweet treats!
What other types of membership do you offer?
You can also support Canterbury Cathedral via our Friends of Canterbury Cathedral membership. Becoming a Friend is not only about preserving an iconic building; it’s about being part of a community. Friends’ membership benefits include free entry to the Cathedral, an exclusive Programme of Events, regular publications and e-newsletters, and a 10% discount in the Cathedral Shop and the Lodge.
You can also become a Becket Patron with a donation of £750+ per annum, and join a distinguished group of passionate supporters with access to exclusive benefits.
Apply now
Apply for a Cathedral Pass to enjoy unlimited visits to Canterbury Cathedral and its grounds free of charge during visitor hours.
If you require assistance to apply, please email us at [email protected] or call on 01227 762862.
How To Apply
- Please read our Cathedral Pass FAQs carefully and make sure that you are eligible for a Pass before you apply. We are not able to easily offer refunds for applications made in error.
- Click the APPLY NOW link above and complete the application form, making sure that all required fields - marked with an * - are filled in.
- You will be asked to upload a photo of the applicant as part of the application. A jpeg, or standard phone photo should work fine.
- Make your payment (£6 per Cathedral Pass.)
- Please use the additional information box to include any other relevant info for your application. For example, name of local minister, or family member's job role.
- Take a note of your booking reference and quote it in all correspondence referring to your application.
- After completing the online form, send your proof of eligibility to [email protected].
- If there are further questions regarding your eligibility, our Cathedral Pass admin team will contact you.
After You Apply
Once you submit your online application and payment, we will check your eligibility.
If you work in the City of Canterbury. Please send to [email protected] a photograph of a payslip dated within the last 3 months (details of financial information should be covered), confirming that you work at a business within the city walls.
If you are a local resident. Please check your postcode against the most recent open register. Send a photograph of a recent posted piece of official mail which shows your name and address, such as a utility bill, to [email protected]. Details of financial information should be covered.
If you are a family member of a staff member. Please include the full name of the staff member in your online application. Our applications team will then check with them to confirm.
If you attend a church in the Canterbury Diocese. Please include the name of your church and minister in your online application. Our applications team will then check with them to confirm.
If you require assistance to apply, please email us at [email protected] or call on 01227 762862.
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