Lincoln Cathedral Membership Scheme
The Lincoln Cathedral Membership Scheme is an ideal way to directly engage with the Cathedral, and know that you are supporting its history, heritage and music. In much the same way as a membership of the National Trust or English heritage gives you a range of exclusive benefits and membership options, so too with your Lincoln Cathedral membership.
CHRISTMAS 2025 – Last Order Date
Last orders for posting before Christmas by 12pm on Thursday 19th December. Orders received after this time will be processed when the fundraising team return to the office on Thursday 2nd January.
Why have a Cathedral Membership?
We have 3 membership levels for you to choose from, which means you have the flexibility to select a membership that best suits your need. You can find out more about the benefits* of each membership level below, and also set up a donation plan that works for you.
Membership starts from a donation of just £24 per year for an Associate Individual membership, so is an ideal treat for yourself, or as a perfect gift for someone. What’s more, you can rest assured knowing that your membership donation is directly supporting the Cathedral and its work.
We aim to despatch welcome packs within seven business days via Royal Mail 2nd class postage. Please call us on 01522 561613 if you need your pack sooner.
*all benefits are subject to availability, particularly on tours where numbers are limited for safety
Are you here to renew your existing membership?
That’s great news, thank you! Choose your membership option below to make your renewal donation. We’ll match it up to your record and send out your new card.
Membership Gallery
Complimentary admission, discounts, tours and exclusive events – make the most of Cathedral membership.
Associate Membership
From just £24 per year for an Individual membership, £36 per year for a Joint membership and £60 per year for a family membership (up to five people).
Associate Individual
- Complimentary admission for one including standard floor tours during opening hours
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership card
Associate Joint
- Complimentary admission for two including standard floor tours during opening hours
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership cards (two)
Associate Family
- Complimentary admission for five including standard floor tours during opening hours
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership cards (two)
Fellow Membership
Fellow membership is ideal for those who would like more from their membership of Lincoln Cathedral. For £96 per year for an Individual membership, £120 per year for a Joint membership and £144 per year for a family membership (up to five people). Fellow Members enjoy all the Associate membership benefits plus:
- Advance booking for popular ticketed Cathedral events
Fellow Individual
- Complimentary admission for one including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership card
Fellow Joint
- Complimentary admission for two including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership cards (two)
Fellow Family
- Complimentary admission for five including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Membership cards (two)
Patron Membership
Patron membership is ideal for those who would like to give a little extra to support the Cathedral. For £720 per year for an Individual membership, £960 per year for a Joint membership and £1,200 per year for a family membership (up to five people), Patron Members enjoy all the Associate and Fellow membership benefits plus:
- An annual private tour of the Cathedral, bookable through the membership office upon request
Patron Individual
- Complimentary admission for one including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Private floor tour of the Cathedral (by arrangement in advance)
- Membership card
Patron Joint
- Complimentary admission for two including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Private floor tour of the Cathedral (by arrangement in advance)
- Membership cards (two)
Patron Family
- Complimentary admission for five including standard floor tours during opening hours
- Advance booking for popular Cathedral Events ahead of public release
- 10% discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop (some lines excluded)
- Monthly members newsletter
- Complimentary admission to lunchtime lectures and concerts
- Invitation to preview evenings
- Invitation to our Fabric Fund and Music Fund celebration services
- Access to the exclusive Member Experience programme – a series of specialist tours, lectures and performances, exclusively for Cathedral members
- Private floor tour of the Cathedral (by arrangement in advance)
- Membership cards (two)
Member Experience Series
One of the benefits of your Cathedral Membership is access to the Member Experience Series. The member experiences offer exclusive access to places and people at the Cathedral and allow you to get a feel for what makes the Cathedral so special.
We’re delighted to share this video of a Member Experience we held in 2021 led by our Former Director of Works and Property, as a taster of the programme we are able to offer.
Contact Us
Should you wish to speak to someone about a new or existing membership, please contact Amber Hardy, the Fundraising Officer on 01522 561613, or by email to amber.hardy@lincolncathedral.com
Member Feedback Form
We are always interested to hear what members value about their membership as well as things you think could be better. Please do take the opportunity to complete the anonymous feedback form and share your thoughts with us.
The Association of Friends of Lincoln Cathedral
The Association of Friends was formed in 1936 to “provide a means of binding together in friendship those who, loving Lincoln Cathedral, wish to bear a part in supporting its life and worship.” There are now well over 1200 members from all parts of the world and we hope that you will join us.
By clicking on the options below, you will be taken to the website for the Friends of Lincoln Cathedral. Any queries regarding Friends’ membership should be directed via the details below:
Wednesday from 09:30 am until 1:00 pm
Friends of Lincoln Cathedral
Exchequergate House
18a Minster Yard,
Lincoln,
LN2 1PX
Our telephone: 01522 561648
Friends Individual Life Membership
Membership plans details:
- Members receive two mailings a year
- News of Cathedral life
- Receive a copy of the Annual Report
- Opportunities to participate in our events
- Free access to the Cathedral, including a floor tour
- Membership card
You will leave lincolncathedral.com and be taken to the Friends’ website.
The Association of Friends of Lincoln Cathedral is an independent charity, registration number: 500272.
Friends Joint Life Membership
Membership plans details:
- Members receive two mailings a year
- News of Cathedral life
- Receive a copy of the Annual Report
- Opportunities to participate in our events
- Free access to the Cathedral, including a floor tour
- Membership card
You will leave lincolncathedral.com and be taken to the Friends’ website.
The Association of Friends of Lincoln Cathedral is an independent charity, registration number: 500272.
Friends Corporate Membership
Membership plans details:
- Members receive two mailings a year
- News of Cathedral life
- Receive a copy of the Annual Report
- Opportunities to participate in our events
- Free access to the Cathedral, including a floor tour
- Membership card
You will leave lincolncathedral.com be taken to the Friends’ website.
The Association of Friends of Lincoln Cathedral is an independent charity, registration number: 500272.