Ely Cathedral is "unable to welcome sightseeing visitors today" (Wednesday August 14).
A statement posted on the cathedral's Facebook page states that "yesterday evening, some lifting equipment for our lighting project proved too heavy for the floor which was impaired, and the equipment become stuck and fell over.
"Although there has been some damage to the fabric we are thankful that nobody was hurt."
The cathedral is therefore closed for general visiting today "while we make things safe and carefully record the incident".
"We’re very grateful to our lighting project team for their careful response to this incident."
The statement ends by confirming that The Stained Glass Museum and the Ely Cathedral shop will stay open.
St Catherine’s Chapel will also remain accessible for those wanting to come in for silent prayer and reflection, and daily services will continue as normal.
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