ACCESSIBILITY

Dedicated disabled parking for blue badge holders is available within the Cathedral Close at the West front of the Cathedral.  A paved path on a slight incline runs from this parking area to the main entrance to the Cathedral at a distance of approximately 109 yards / 100 metres.

Accessible toilets are available, through the gates next to Chapters Cafe, on the south-side of the Cathedral.  The accessible route from the Cathedral to this toilet is via the West End entrance.  The distance between the West End Entrance of the Cathedral and the accessible toilet is approximately 546 yards/ 500 metres. 

There is a ramped access route into the Cathedral and once inside all areas are accessible, except for St Chad’s Head Chapel, which can only be accessed via a flight of steps. The Quire can be accessed by a ramp in the North Quire Aisle. Chapters, the Café in the Close is located on the South Side of the Cathedral Close and has ramped access.  The distance from the West End Entrance of the Cathedral to the Café is approximately 437 yards/ 400 metres.

There is reasonable level access in the Cathedral Close although there is a steeper gradient at the eastern end of the Close moving in a southerly direction. As the Cathedral and Close are historic areas, there are some uneven surfaces in places 

Mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs are welcome within all areas of the Cathedral and Close.

The Cathedral is equipped with induction loops. Hearing aids should be switched to the T position.

A dedicated audio tour of the Cathedral for the blind and partially sighted is available on request. Please speak to a member of our Visitor Services team on entrance.

You can also find out more about The Diocesan Digest, the Sound Magazine for the Cathedral and Diocese here.

Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the Cathedral and Close and water is available on request.