Southwell Minster, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Details
Accessibility
"With the exception of the Chapter House and The Historic Library, the building is wheelchair friendly. Please note that there are three steps down into the Chapter House but a lift is being installed in November 2021 which will make the Chapter House fully accessible. We have a wheelchair available and there are large-print guides, braille guides and a loop hearing system. The north and south doors can be opened electronically, by low-level touch pads.
There is a self-operating lift in the Archbishop’s Palace enabling visitor to access the State Chamber. If you require any assistance in using the lift please ask a member of the team.
Whilst we make every effort to ensure all our visitors are able to get the most from their visit, the nature of this Grade 1 listed building means that not all spaces are accessible to everyone and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Toilets, including an accessible toilet, are located in the Archbishop’s Palace next door to the Minster.
There is a public car-park on Church Street, opposite the Minster. The first two hours are free – but you will need to get a ticket and display it. (There are other public car-parks and these are signposted)."
Brief description
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southwell_Minster
"A minster and cathedral, in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England. It is situated six miles from Newark-on-Trent and thirteen miles from Mansfield. It is the seat of the Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham and the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. It is a grade I listed building.[4]
https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/key-things-to-see/
https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/minster-history/
The late thirteenth century Chapter House of Southwell Minster is the architectural glory of the building, and the fluid carvings of plants, animals and green men known collectively as The Leaves of Southwell – are of quite exceptional quality and regarded as the finest example of naturalistic carving in the United Kingdom. https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/leaves-of-southwell/
Address
Southwell Minster, Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0HD
office@southwellminster.org.uk.
Phone
Website
https://www.southwellminster.org/your-visit/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southwell_Minster
Directions
https://www.southwellminster.org/about-us/how-to-find-and-contact-us/#find
"Southwell is 9 miles from Newark, 15 miles from Nottingham, 35 miles from Leicester, 13 miles from Mansfield.
The A1 is convenient to reach Southwell; leave at the Newark junction with the A46 and take the A46 toward Nottingham. At the roundabout leave at the third exit onto the A617 toward Mansfield and Southwell. Having passed through Kelham, turn left onto the A612 signposted to Southwell.
From the M1 south, leave at junction 21A and join the A46 toward Newark; at the roundabout with the B6166 remain on the A46. At the next roundabout take the first exit onto the A617 toward Mansfield and Southwell. Having passed through Kelham, turn left onto the A612 sign-posted to Southwell.
From the M1 north, leave at junction 29 and join the A617 toward Mansfield; at Mansfield, continue on the A617 in the direction of Newark; after ten minutes signposts to Southwell will direct you.
If using ‘SatNav,’ our postcode is NG25 0HD
There is a public car-park on Church Street, opposite the Minster. The first two hours are free – but you will need to get a ticket and display it. (There are other public car-parks and these are signposted)."
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
https://www.southwellminster.org/your-visit/
Transport
https://www.southwellminster.org/about-us/how-to-find-and-contact-us/#find
"By Rail: Newark Northgate on the main East Coast line from London, King’s Cross. The Minster is a ten minute taxi ride from the station. National Rail Enquiry Line: 08457 48 49 50 or online at www.nationalrail.co.uk
By Bus:
Number 26 bus service from King Street, Nottingham, every 30 minutes in the day-time https://www.southwellminster.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/26-timetable-20190901-cb245a22.pdf
28 and 29 from Newark and Mansfield
It has come to our attention that the Stagecoach number 28 bus service from Mansfield to Newark (via Southwell) is removing its services on Sundays commencing from week beginning Monday 4th August 2021. For details, visit: www.stagecoachbus.com. "
Amenities
"Toilets, including an accessible toilet, are located in the Archbishop’s Palace next door to the Minster.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome inside the Minster, its grounds and gardens
The Minster Refectory (01636 815691) and the Cathedral Shop (01636 812933) are diagonally opposite and to the left as you leave by the main north doors. Find out more about the Refectory and Shop. https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/refectory-and-shop/
Visitors are welcome to take informal pictures inside and outside the Minster. However, if you are planning to use a more professional set-up, please purchase a photo permit for £5 from the Welcome Desk."
Baby Changing Facilities
Travel Information
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Location
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