cathedral close
Noun
Meaning
cathedral close (plural cathedral closes)
An enclosed precinct surrounding a cathedral.
Examples
The earliest hammer-beamed building still standing in England is situated in the Cathedral Close, next to the Dean's garden.
Furthermore, it will take place in the wonderful surroundings of Norwich Cathedral Close, as the evening will be held in a marquee in the grounds of Norwich Lower School, overlooked by the magestic Norwich Cathedral.