Family visits at Leicester Cathedral
Leicester Cathedral is a great place to visit with children and we have a variety of activities to help you explore our historic building!
Here's how you can make the most of your visit:
Pick up a family trail
Complete the activities and learn about the stories of Leicester Cathedral. The trails are free and there's a sticker to collect from the welcome desk when you finish the booklet.
Explore the Heritage Centre
Have fun with the hands-on activities on offer in our newly opened exhibition space. How about designing a stained glass window, building a model of a Cathedral or matching up our grotesque figures? You'll even see a replica crown and the 2015 funeral pall used for King Richard III's reburial.
Family area
In the north aisle, we have a dedicated family area with books, bean bags, colouring-in, playmats for babies and a selection of toys.
Little Tigers Stay and Play
New from September 2025, we will be holding monthly stay and play sessions for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. A fun, relaxed and informal meet up with tea and coffee and a brand-new modern space for children to discover. Toilets and baby change available. Please note, spaces are very limited and places need to be pre-booked. For the remainder of 2025 we are trialling a 'pay what you can' approach.
0 – walking session 10am til 10:45am book here
Walking – 4 years session 11am – 11:45am book here
Soft Play in the Nave
FAQ's
Do we have to be silent in the Cathedral?
Children are okay to be children! We have dedicated activities for families as we want to welcome everyone to our special place. We understand that children can be excited and curious and we just ask that you are respectful in the Cathedral as some visitors may want to use the space for prayer.
Are there toilets and baby changing facilities?
Yes! We have brand new accessible toilets and baby changing facilities in our heritage centre.
Is the Cathedral accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs?
Yes! Leicester Cathedral is fully accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs and everything is one level with no steps.
Do we have to pay to visit?
We operate on a voluntary donation basis and if you are able to support us we accept payment by card or cash.
Is there a shop?
Yes! We have pocket money items from £2 and a new range of items for children such as magnets, stickers and activity booklets.
