The standard entrance fee for Ely Cathedral is £14 for adults, while children under 16 (accompanied in a family group) can enter for free[3]. You can upgrade your ticket to an annual pass at no extra cost, allowing unlimited visits during visitor opening times for a year from the date of purchase[3].
There are several categories of free entry eligibility, including:
- Children under 16 (accompanied in a family group)
- CB6/CB7 residents with proof of address
- Students in full-time education in Cambridgeshire, with valid student ID and attending a course lasting at least one year
- Essential companions supporting an adult with disabilities with a paid visitor ticket
- Parish Pass holders
- Members of the Order of St. Etheldreda
- Friends of Ely Cathedral
Free entry does not include tours, concerts, or events, which have separate charges[5].
The opening hours for paying visitors are typically Monday–Saturday, 9:30am–4:30pm and Sunday, 12 noon–3pm, but visitors should confirm in advance in case of changes due to special services or events[1].
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