Description of the work on Curle’s Passage
The Cathedral Stonemasons will be undertaking conservation work on the windows and surrounding stonework between the two flying buttresses. This will be the first of such projects as they move eastward along the South side of the Nave over the coming years.
The work will include cleaning, conservation, and some replacement of decayed stonework. There will also be conservation of the medieval stained glass by a specialist contractor, who will work alongside the Cathedral Stonemasons.
These essential, specialist repairs will ensure that the Cathedral will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.
During the conservation work, you may experience a diversion route through the cathedral, due to the passage being closed. Check the ‘News’ page for the latest updates.
History of Curle’s Passage
The passage leading to the Inner Close at the south-west corner of the Cathedral, known as Curle’s Passage following Bishop Curle having this route opened up in the 1700s, was known as “Kill Canon Alley”’ in the 1880s. To the left of this, incised in the end of the Cathedral, is the request in Latin by Bishop Curle translating to “to the left to pray, to the right to walk”.