Ely Cathedral has unveiled a series of unique sensory trails to help enhance visitor experience.

The alternative method was created to make the building more enjoyable for all, including those with additional needs and young children.

Learning officer at Ely Cathedral Hilary Young spearheaded the project.

Ms Young said: “These new sensory trails encourage users to feel the stonework, just as the stonemasons did when they were building this incredible structure, as well as identify colours and shapes that have been created by crafts people throughout the history of Ely Cathedral.

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"We are looking forward to sharing this exciting new provision to enable even more people to engage with Ely Cathedral”.

There are three new Sensory Trails designed to offer a new angle on the famous building, focusing on touch, colour, and shape.

The trails are accessible to those with sensory differences and integrate smoothly with existing communication systems used by these individuals.

The cathedral has also made additional resources available on their website for visitors to acquaint themselves with what to expect before visiting.

The cathedral is also planning for a sensory Christmas trail during the festive season.

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Philippa Stevens, the director of learning at Ely Cathedral, expressed her enthusiasm about the new trails.

Ms Stevens said: “The Learning Department are really excited to be able to share these new trails with visitors.

"Not only do they provide an inclusive way for everyone to enjoy the Cathedral, but they give all guests the opportunity to engage with the sounds, textures, sights, smells and atmosphere that make our building so very special.”

Ely Cathedral has recently been focusing on improving visitor experience.

Earlier this year, they launched new multi-media guides offering digital tours of the building in several languages, and also included British Sign Language and an audio descriptive tour.