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Overview

Sarum College offers a friendly stay in historic buildings just opposite Salisbury Cathedral within its 80-acre Close. The Cathedral, a masterpiece of early English architecture, is renowned for its soaring spire, the tallest in the UK, and its stunning 13th-century design.

This city-centre setting is close to the high street as well as the rail station with direct services to London and to major Southern England cities.

A small community of Anglican Benedictine monks is still leaving at St Benedict’s Priory. You can come to daily offices in the priory house, the morning mass at the cathedral is every morning at 7:30, midday prayer at Sarum College at 12:15, and choral evensong in the choir of the cathedral.

Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 21:00 (9:00pm) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check out: 09:30 (9:30am) - 09:45 (9:45am)

History

Sarum College is a centre for study and research in historic Grade 1-listed buildings. The College was founded in 1995 to offer theological learning to all. Alongside the College's courses and conferences, local, national and international groups and individuals hire the venue to gather, train and celebrate.

Across the quad are three Anglican Benedictine monks in St Benedict’s Priory, who are part of the greater Sarum College community, along with the Royal School of Music (RSCM) whose national administrative office is housed on the second floor.

Food & beverage

Sarum College has an in-house catering team who make cooked breakfasts and lunches daily, as well as evening meals and food for conferences, events and celebrations.

There is a dining room and a licensed bar. There are several cafes within Salisbury Cathedral Close and just outside the medieval walls are classic and gastro pubs, as well as restaurants to suit any taste. Further afield there are excellent pubs set in the timeless Wiltshire countryside.

Grounds & Gardens

Salisbury Cathedral Close is an 80-acre site of which seven are grassy public areas for walking, lounging and picnicking.

Guests may access the College quad and nearby Queen Elizabeth Gardens is a riverside park about 10 minutes walk from the College. You can continue along the Town Path to see the classic view that John Constable painted of Salisbury Cathedral across the water meadows.

Other facilities

There is wifi throughout the building.
You will be given the code upon arrival.

Breakfast is served in the Refectory

There is a Common Room and Bar for guest use and luggage can be stored temporarily after check out.

Reviews

4.5

Based on 24 reviews

Room
4.1

Value
4.5

Food
4.7

Service
4.6

Experience
4.4

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A very warm welcome and good clean rooms with tea and coffee making facilities. As I have arthritis I was very disappointed to discover that the lift was out of action and my room was up several flights of stairs. If I had known before hand I would have made alternate arrangements. Breakfast was excellent
JanL

Very pleasant stay, friendly and welcoming. Breakfast exceeded my expectations! Only slight downside was my room was very stuffy due to hot weather. The fan provided struggled to deliver a good temperature. Have already booked another night at end of the month. Would def recommend
LesleyS

The building is very nice, the location is great. Breakfast schedule could be a little more flexible, as well as the the checkout time (first time we need to leave at 9.30). The rest was very good and staff quite helpful.
PabloC

Wonderful building, excellent breakfast. The single room was sparse but spotless. Unfortunately the heating was not working and it was a little cool in the evening. A portable heater was supplied.
MarkN

Food: delicious Bed: hard (cleaner said most are - ask for a mattress protector next time) Vibe: very casual like being in someone's home
Anon

Second stay here....lovely warm welcome on arrival. Bed comfy, towels lovely and quality of breakfast better than many hotels
LesleyS

Room was clean and pretty worn. The carpet was stained but the bed was comfortable and breakfast terrific!
AnnR

Clean, quiet, comfortable rooms, beautiful location.
Anon

Good value for money
Anon

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Facilities & information

Features & facilities

Chapel

Retreats offered

Courses offered

Accommodation near monastery

Religious Orders

Benedictine

Summary

17th-century buildings

19th-century buildings

Parking (free)

2 Star Official Rating

Historic property

Lifts

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

Woodland walks

Television

Book library

Luggage storage

Linen included

Towels included

Common room

Sitting room

Hair dryers

Elevator

Central heating

Bicycle storage

Food

Restaurant

Tea room

Bar

Picnic area

Microwave

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Pub (a short drive)

Museums (walking distance)

Museums (a short drive)

Historic houses

Gardens

Golf course (a short drive)

Tennis courts (a short drive)

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

Address: 19 The Close, 19 The Close, Salisbury, SalisburySP1 2EE, United Kingdom

The College welcomes arrivals until 9pm. Rooms are ready by 2pm, luggage storage is available.

Public transport links to Salisbury are excellent with frequent train services to and from Salisbury. There are direct trains to London, Taxis from the station to College cost about £5 or £6. The city also has an extensive bus network with five park & ride sites located at all the main routes into Salisbury.

Walking & Cycling: Sarum College is in the centre of Salisbury, about a 15-minute walk from the rail station. Guests are welcome to park bicycles in bike shed at the rear of the college.

Arrival by car: The High Street entrance is the only way to drive into The Close. Please use SP1 2PF in Satnav to avoid being directed to the pedestrian entrance. Parking at Sarum is free but very limited, it is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is one space reserved for disabled parking. Alternatively there is a small car park within the cathedral close, along with others in the city centre.

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Sarum College, Salisbury