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Guildford Cathedral Treasury

Exhibition room inside Guildford Cathedral with church silver, chalices and objects from parishes of the diocese, free to visit.

Ask the museum for opening hoursFree admission Partially accessible Café

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About the museum

The Treasury is an exhibition room in Guildford Cathedral, just beyond the Regimental Chapel. It shows the cathedral's own silver together with a large group of chalices, patens, flagons and alms dishes, and some curiosities, gathered from parishes across the Diocese of Guildford.

The pieces cover a wide range of dates, from a 12th-century bronze thurible cover to a 21st-century silver-gilt ciborium. The display also includes memorabilia that illustrate the history of the cathedral itself.

The exhibition changes from time to time, with recent acquisitions and loans shown alongside the permanent items, so a repeat visit can show something new.

Highlights

Cathedral silver and church plate from parishes of the diocese
Chalices, patens, flagons and alms dishes
Objects from the 12th to the 21st century
Memorabilia about the history of the cathedral
Changing display of recent acquisitions and loans

Permanent exhibition

The Treasury – Cathedral silver, chalices, patens, flagons and alms dishes from parishes of the diocese, with memorabilia and a changing display of acquisitions and loans.

Operated by: Guildford Cathedral

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

There is no admission charge for the cathedral; visitors are invited to make a donation. Group visits have a small fee.

Accessibility

Partially wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Accessible restroom
Accessible parking
Service dogs welcome
Tactile models & exhibits: no information
Sign language tours: no information
Easy-to-read materials: no information
Audio description: no information

The ground floor is reached by a ramp at the West entrance, and a wheelchair lift serves the North Door. There are some internal steps, so visitors with access needs are asked to call ahead. Wheelchairs can be used in the cathedral, and an accessible toilet is opposite the shop. An induction loop is installed except in the West Gallery. Guide, assistance and hearing dogs are always welcome. Blue Badge holders can park for up to four hours if they register at the shop or café.

Kids & families

Family tours & workshops

The cathedral runs a programme for children and families, including free toddler sessions, story times and craft days. Dates are on the cathedral website.

Getting there & parking

By public transit

Guildford station · 10-min walk

Guildford station is about a 10-minute walk uphill. No bus goes directly to the cathedral; routes 3, 27 and 37 stop at the bottom of Stag Hill, a 5-minute uphill walk, and routes 4 and 5 run along Madrid Road to the foot of the cathedral approach.

By car

Free parking

On-site parking is free for up to two hours for visitors to the cathedral, shop and café; attendants sometimes keep spaces for visitors and permit holders. A cycle rack is behind the cathedral office.