Salisbury Cathedral Close
Preservation Society
A Place worth Protecting
In the course of 800 years, Salisbury Cathedral Close has become a unique collection of religious and secular buildings in a tranquil walled setting. It is unrivalled in Britain in terms of scale and beauty.
Yet today, commercial pressures threaten and can lead to the neglect of these structures and their surroundings. The Salisbury Cathedral Close Preservation Society exists to protect buildings and environment alike through education and activism, not just for today, but for future generations.
We ask for your support as a member, donor or both.
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Visit The Close
Follow in the footsteps of Constable, Turner or Handel. Discover a green oasis in the centre of the city.
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Constable and the Close
When we think of John Constable (1776–1837), we usually picture the Suffolk countryside, with its rivers, mills and familiar rural scenes. Yet Salisbury, and particularly its Cathedral Close, played an equally important part in his life and artistic development.
Here he found much more than a magnificent building to paint. He discovered a place of friendship, hospitality and artistic inspiration. Its gardens, ancient trees, historic houses and surrounding water meadows provided subjects for some of his most remarkable paintings.
The Society is grateful to Kate Felus, landscape historian and Anne Lyles, Constable expert for producing the video on Constable in Salisbury.
You can view it here:
Help protect the Close for future generations
The Close belongs to Salisbury’s heritage, but its importance reaches far beyond the city.By joining the Society, you help give this remarkable place a stronger independent voice.You will also have opportunities to learn more about its history, enjoy events and meet others who share your interest.
Whether you live in Salisbury, visit occasionally or simply care about protecting beautiful historic places, we would be delighted to welcome you.