A Tale Of Two Cathedrals At Old Sarum

English Heritage

• 13 June 2026
• 09:30 – 15:00
• See organiser for pricing
• Ages 0 – 18 years

Description

Salisbury Cathedral is famously the cathedral that moved, leaving the windswept heights of Old Sarum for the valley below. Eight hundred years ago, the tombs of Bishops Osmund, Roger and Jocelyn were carried down the hill to New Sarum, marking the beginning of a new spiritual home.

To mark this anniversary, Old Sarum will come alive with medieval crafts, demonstrations and hands‑on activities. Explore a bustling medieval camp, meet the people of the 13th century, and watch carpenters, stonemasons, bakers and blacksmiths revive centuries‑old skills – a rare chance to see, hear and even smell the Middle Ages.

On Sunday, visitors are welcome to join a short service at 1.15pm led by the Bishop of Salisbury, followed by an optional gentle procession that echoes the historic journey made eight centuries ago.

With sweeping views, fresh air and history unfolding around you, it’s the perfect way to discover where Salisbury’s story began.

Location

• Castle Road
• Salisbury
• Wiltshire
• SP1 3SB

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