Tower Climbs

After being shut for most of the last 4 years we're delighted that the Tower reopened for visitors to climb on Saturday 13th April 2024. 

Watch our promotional video.

There are two ways to go up the Tower, a Tower on the Hour climb and a Tour.

Tower on the Hour

The Tower will be open for climbing mainly on Saturdays, Bank Holidays and school holidays. A list of upcoming dates is below.

'Tower on the hour' starts on the hour each hour, usually at 11am 12pm, 1pm and 2pm (times will vary so please double check for your date before coming). 

'Tower on the hour' will cost £8 per adult and £4 for U16s. A family ticket (max 2 adults + 4 children) is £20. 

Under 16s must be supervised by an adult (1 adult per 2 children). Unfortunately children under 8 are not able to climb the Tower for insurance purposes. 

The Tower climb is hard work and involves climbing 235 steps up a steep, narrow, winding staircase. The staircase narrows significantly at the top and should only be tackled if you are feeling fit, healthy and well.

Although climbers are supervised by Cathedral staff you are welcome to climb at your own pace.

Information about the Tower will be available, but this is not a guided tour of the Tower.

All climbers must read and agree to our terms and conditions which you can read here.

Tower Tours

If you would like a guided tour of the Tower then these are available to pre-book for a group by contacting visits@worcestercathedral.org.uk (at least 5 people).

They are also available to turn up for from time to time and you can turn up and pay on the door or book online (see dates below). 

Tower tours cost £10 per person.

Tower Dates