Salisbury Cathedral Close Preservation Society
Our Purpose
A place worth protecting
Salisbury Cathedral Close is one of England’s most remarkable historic places. Its exceptional buildings, green spaces, mature trees and peaceful atmosphere reflect more than 800 years of history.
The Salisbury Cathedral Close Preservation Society is an independent charity dedicated to protecting and enhancing this unique heritage for present and future generations.
What we do
Our work focuses on three principal aims:
- Protecting the Close: Monitoring development proposals and speaking out against changes that could harm its historic character or landscape.
- Encouraging good stewardship: Supporting the sensitive conservation and management of the Close’s buildings, and landscape.
- Sharing its heritage: Promoting understanding and appreciation of the Close through talks, events, publications and research.
We seek to work with the Cathedral Chapter and its employees, local councils and other organisations with complimentary interests, while maintaining an independent voice.
Why it matters
The Close has survived for centuries, but its special character cannot be taken for granted. Decisions made today will shape what future generations inherit. Our purpose is to ensure that this extraordinary place remains somewhere to enjoy, appreciate and treasure for generations to come.
By joining or supporting the Society, you help give the Close a stronger voice and safeguard a place worth protecting.
Our charitable objectives
The Society is a registered charity (No. 1015692). Its objectives are to protect and improve the historic and natural heritage of the Cathedral Close and its surroundings, and to promote public understanding and appreciation of that heritage.
