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Library Tours

The Library, tucked away at the top of a spiral staircase, is one of the Cathedral's best-loved treasures.

In 2022 we are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of public tours. Climb the 35 spiral steps, see the library for yourself and explore some of our fascinating book collection.

This year's tour will include books and manuscripts from the library of William Seymour, 2nd Duke of Somerset, 1588-1660, including a 1420 illuminated copy of The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer. 

Tours start at 10:30 and last around 1.5 hours:

Wednesday 20 July

Saturday 23 July

Saturday 13 August

Saturday 10 September

 Wednesday 5 October

Saturday 8 October

Wednesday 9 November

Saturday 12 November

Candlelit tours

Friday 11 November & Tuesday 6 December | 19:30

This atmospheric tour takes place in the evening under LED candlelight. 

Tickets £18

Click here to book

PLEASE NOTE: Unless booking an accessible tour, you must be able to climb 35 spiral steps to take part in this tour.

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