Visiting Arundells
Enjoying your visit to Arundells
We have now closed for the winter to carry out conservation work.
Arundells will reopen to visitors on Thursday 20th March 2025.
Contact Us
Arundells, 59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN
To contact us please use this form or call us on 01722 326546
The Close
Arundells is situated within the spectacular setting of the largest and most lovely Cathedral Close in Britain, extending to some 80 acres and with a beautiful Greens surrounding the magnificent Cathedral … An ideal spot in which to relax and unwind.
In addition to the Cathedral itself, the following attractions are all located within the Close and are all well worth a visit.
Mompesson House
A quintessential Queen Anne townhouse in the heart of the Cathedral Close.
It’s easy to imagine living here as you walk down the fine oak staircase, admire the plasterwork and collection of 18th-century drinking glasses and relax in the library. Open for guided tours only.
Sarum College
A Christian study and conference centre housed within Grade 1-listed buildings on the Northeast side of the Close.
Facilities include 40 en-suite bedrooms, six meeting rooms, a newly refurbished Common Room and bar as well as a large refectory and a car park.
The college’s course programme includes postgraduate study programmes, day, evening and weekend courses, as well as a range of concerts, exhibitions, lectures and conferences throughout the year.
The Rifles Museum
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum is in The Wardrobe in The Close.
Come and see the exploits over the last 250 years of the infantry regiments of Berkshire and Wiltshire.
Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury Cathedral, one of the finest examples of early Gothic architecture, has Britain’s tallest spire, the world’s best preserved original 1215 Magna Carta and Europe’s oldest mechanical clock.
Join a free tour with one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides or explore the beautiful interior at your own pace, then admire the spire from below with a delicious cream tea in our glass roofed Refectory Restaurant.
The Salisbury Museum
The Salisbury Museum is located in the medieval King’s House. It houses nationally designated archaeology collections and offers an exciting exhibitions programme.
House
The house was originally a medieval canonry, with the first recorded occupant being Henry of Blunston, Archdeacon of Dorset, who lived here from 1291 until his death in 1316.
garden
The peaceful garden extends to around two acres in total, with lawns, mature trees, shrubbery and borders and includes sculpture by G E Wade and the bow of Morning Cloud III.
collection
Arundells Collection includes works by well known artists, ceramics, gifts from world leaders, hand painted Chinese wallpaper and Morning Cloud scale model yachts.
EVENTS
Arundells events include talks, music concerts and recitals, seasonal outdoor theatre, children's events and Christmas events.
Upcoming Events at Arundells