Dunblane Cathedral

The Cross, Perthshire, FK15 0AQ

01786 823 388
 

Access

All areas of this site will be open with the exception of the West Window Gallery, Bell Tower and sections of the burial ground. 

Carers tickets

In line with best practice in the visitor attractions industry and as advised by Capability Scotland, visitors with disabilities are treated on an equal basis with all other visitors and entry is charged at the appropriate admission category rate - Adult/Concession/Child. Proof of disability is not required.

We recognise that some disabled visitors may need help to visit our sites and we offer free entry for accompanying carers, these can be added when making your booking. Please note this is limited to two carers per transaction.

Parking

There is some on street parking, including an accessible space, approximately 50m from the cathedral entrance on Kirk Street. There is also a public car park, including two accessible spaces, behind the cathedral approximately 100m away.

Approach to site

Visitors reach the entrance along a 50m level tarmac path from the street.

The south door is accessed by a ramp. The door will be kept open to allow maximum ventilation and minimise touch points.

Visiting the site

Visitors will be asked to follow a one-way route through the cathedral. Please follow the signage. Access to some spaces may be limited.

Please use the available hand sanitiser on entering the cathedral. In line with Scottish Government guidance, face coverings should be worn inside the building. Let staff know if you are exempt.

The nave, choir and chapter house are on the level on stone or tile floors.

Many of the pews will be closed off, but areas of seating will be available in pews in the north and south aisles.

Surroundings

The cathedral is surrounded by a graveyard. This has tarmac paths, but is mostly grassed.

Toilets

No public toilets are currently open in Dunblane.

Dogs

Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended at any time. Owners must pick up after their dogs.

Visitors' dogs are not permitted at the cathedral.

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Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily except Sun, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 5pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Sun, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.30pm

Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm (last entry before lunch 12pm).

Please note, the cathedral will occasionally close for private services and events, especially at weekends during the summer. You can find a full list of these closures in the the "prices and opening times" tab.

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