When was Salisbury Cathedral built?
Construction began with the body in 1220 and finished with the tower and spire in 1320. There was extra reinforcement added to the tower in 1668, and a bell tower was demolished in 1790.
Are there tours of Salisbury Cathedral?
There is a range of tours available. A tour of the stonemasonry works yard runs for about an hour and costs £17.50 per person. You can also take a tour of the tower and grounds for £13.50 per person. Or, take a tour of the stained glass windows at no cost. Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all tours have been suspended until further notice.
Does the cathedral house any historical artifacts?
Salisbury Cathedral is home to an original copy of the Magna Carta, a famous peace treaty dating back to the 15th of June, 1215. Someone tried to steal it in 2018, but luckily they were unsuccessful and caused no damage to the document. The cathedral’s clock is thought to date back to 1386, and could be the oldest working modern clock in the world. Although, there is some debate surrounding this.
How tall is the spire?
The spire is 123 metres tall. It was built in 1320 but didn’t become the tallest church spire in the country until the Lincoln Church spire was destroyed in 1549.
How do I get to Stonehenge?
You can make the 20-minute drive north yourself, or you can catch a tour bus from the centre of Salisbury.