Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour
Saturday 19th October - Saturday 2nd November
Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester Cathedral19, 25, 26, 30, 31 October & 1, 2 November
Event Time: 6pm-9pm (last entry at 8pm)
Tower Tour Times: 6.35pm & 7.35pm
Adult: £20
Child (6-17 years): £10
With a Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket, make your visit truly out of this world by adding a 60-minute tour of the Cathedral's iconic tower. Climb 269 steps to the top of the winding spiral staircase, and experience breathtaking views of the city lit up after dark. On the way up, peek inside the historic roof spaces and bell ringing chambers to learn more about this amazing building.
A Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket gives you access to the event anytime from 6pm to experience Mars: War and Peace in all its glory, plus a 60-minute tour of the Cathedral's iconic tower. Book your tower tour time below*.
The Monk’s Kitchen will be open for hot drinks and tasty treats throughout the evening and don’t forget to visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for the perfect memento of the evening or to start (or finish!) some Christmas shopping!
'Mars & Beyond' tickets include General Entry to the event - you do not need to purchase a separate General Entry timeslot if you have purchased a 'Mars & Beyond' ticket. A ticket for General Entry does not include access to the library or tower.
Please note:
Event Time: 6pm-9pm (last entry at 8pm)
Tower Tour Times: 6.35pm & 7.35pm
Adult: £20
Child (6-17 years): £10
With a Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket, make your visit truly out of this world by adding a 60-minute tour of the Cathedral's iconic tower. Climb 269 steps to the top of the winding spiral staircase, and experience breathtaking views of the city lit up after dark. On the way up, peek inside the historic roof spaces and bell ringing chambers to learn more about this amazing building.
A Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket gives you access to the event anytime from 6pm to experience Mars: War and Peace in all its glory, plus a 60-minute tour of the Cathedral's iconic tower. Book your tower tour time below*.
The Monk’s Kitchen will be open for hot drinks and tasty treats throughout the evening and don’t forget to visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for the perfect memento of the evening or to start (or finish!) some Christmas shopping!
'Mars & Beyond' tickets include General Entry to the event - you do not need to purchase a separate General Entry timeslot if you have purchased a 'Mars & Beyond' ticket. A ticket for General Entry does not include access to the library or tower.
Please note:
- The tower is accessed by climbing 269 spiral steps, so this tour is not suitable for those with reduced mobility
- To allow as many visitors as possible to enjoy a 'Mars & Beyond' experience, it is not possible to purchase a ticket that includes both the library and the tower
- Children must be 6 and over to climb the Tower. No babes in arms
- Any child aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult over 18
- There is no facility to leave bags, so visitors must keep their belongings to a minimum and on their person at all times
- Sensible footwear is highly recommended
Looking for a different type of ticket?
Click here to book a Mars & Beyond: Library Tour Ticket
Click here to book a Mars: War & Peace at Night: General Entry Ticket
Cancellation Policy
We appreciate plans and circumstances can change. To update the date/time of your visit, please click the ‘View / Edit Booking’ link in your confirmation email to modify your booking. If you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected] to request cancellation. Please note, cancellation requests must be received a minimum of 48 hours prior to the time of your booking to be eligible for a refund.
Book your Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket below:
*The time you book is the time your tower tour will start. Please ensure you arrive at the Cathedral at least 15 minutes ahead of your tower tour time as late arrivals may not be able to join. Your ticket gives you access to the event anytime from 6pm, plus you can skip the queue!
Click here to book a Mars & Beyond: Library Tour Ticket
Click here to book a Mars: War & Peace at Night: General Entry Ticket
Cancellation Policy
We appreciate plans and circumstances can change. To update the date/time of your visit, please click the ‘View / Edit Booking’ link in your confirmation email to modify your booking. If you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected] to request cancellation. Please note, cancellation requests must be received a minimum of 48 hours prior to the time of your booking to be eligible for a refund.
Book your Mars & Beyond: Tower Tour ticket below:
*The time you book is the time your tower tour will start. Please ensure you arrive at the Cathedral at least 15 minutes ahead of your tower tour time as late arrivals may not be able to join. Your ticket gives you access to the event anytime from 6pm, plus you can skip the queue!
Bookings are no longer available