Located in the South Transept, the Kings & Scribes exhibition traces the story of Winchester Cathedral from its Anglo-Saxon origins to the present day. See the magnificent 12th-century Winchester Bible, visit the historic Morley Library, and discover the evolution of the Norman Cathedral, as it was created, destroyed and remade across time.
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See the magnificent Winchester Bible, one of the finest 12th-century English bibles, and discover how medieval manuscripts were created.
Explore monastic life at St. Swithun’s Priory and view detailed medieval records from the Cathedral Archive. Don’t forget to visit the Scribes Desk and see our volunteer scribes in action.
Discover the seventeenth-century Morley Library, also located on the Mezzanine. To learn more about the Library, click here
Please be aware, the Library is open subject to the availability of stewards.
On the top level of the exhibition, step into the history of Winchester Cathedral from its Anglo-Saxon origins to the present day. Unearth the secrets of the Cathedral’s mortuary chests and discover the evolution of the Norman Cathedral, a building which has been created, destroyed and remade over centuries.
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Please note that the exhibition may need to close at short notice in response to an insufficient number of available stewards, services and special events. Apologies in advance for any inconvenience caused.
Funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund and other generous supporters.
