Guildford Cathedral has put a call out for girls to come and join them for a special open night for Girl Choristers later this month. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/guildford-call-out-for-girl-choristers/

This week for #VolunteersWeek, we’ve been celebrating the nearly 600 volunteers who make St Albans Cathedral such a welcoming place. From a special Evensong to today’s tea party, it’s been a joy to say thank you. We are so grateful for everything they give. 💛 #StAlbans

Gloucester Cathedral to unveil new Organ with Landmark Festival Weekend this June https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/gloucester-cathedral-to-unveil-new-organ-with-landmark-festival-weekend-this-june/

Gloucester Cathedral is celebrating after being named Best Cultural Venue of the Year at the prestigious SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle and Community Awards 2026. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/gloucester-cathedral-wins-culture-award/

Ripon Cathedral hosts rural housing conference to future-proof rural communities. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/ripon-cathedral-rural-conference/

The Longest Yarn II, Britain at War, opens in Peterborough Cathedral this week after a successful month on display in Lichfield Cathedral. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/the-longest-yarn-ii-britain-at-war-exhibition-opens-in-peterborough-cathedral/

Stone by Stone. Winchester Cathedral has launched Stone by Stone, a £1.5m project to conserve the stone on the outside of its 900-year-old Gothic building and is asking YOU for help. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/stone-by-stone-fundraiser-winchester-cathedral/

Salisbury Cathedral celebrates joyful noise this summer in major contemporary art exhibition. Joyful Noise – Contemporary Art Exhibition, Salisbury Cathedral. 16 May – 25 October 2026 https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/contemporary-art-exhibition-opens-at-salisbury-cathedral/

A new outdoor exhibition explores Norwich Cathedral's Benedictine heritage, past and present through a series of specially commissioned art installations. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/norwich-cathedrals-benedictine-heritage-past-and-present-explored-in-new-outdoor-exhibition/

Chichester Cathedral is getting ready for its Festival of Flowers – a four day spectacular in the setting of the 950 year old building – which opens on 3rd June. Chichester is blooming – 30th anniversary of Chichester Cathedral's Festival of Flowers https://ow.ly/3zAR50Z4yZR

A series of paintings showing religious iconography through a contemporary lens have gone on display in Canterbury Cathedral this month in a unique take on the Christian story. Sacred Resonance: Telling the Christian story anew at Canterbury Cathedral https://ow.ly/YJaW50Z4yYA

“There are lots of cafés in Wakefield, and we wanted to create something a little different ..." New Cafe Opens at Wakefield Cathedral – a Partnership Project https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/new-cafe-opens-at-wakefield-cathedral/

"Those attending the National Cathedrals Conference in Bristol were asked a simple question: what is the role of a cathedral today?" Thought for the Day - Rev Canon Dr Rob Marshall - listen here ⤵️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0nnbx2v

Disciples and Crowds: What is a Cathedral? "Sometimes we look at a Cathedral and you think, that is a big church ... " From the #NCC2026 https://timbre-player.sharp-stream.com/embed/item/2842d060-2023-4017-9bc8-4f58284a8df9?layout=legacy&custom_theme=115

The financial picture is stark. The Future Financial Sustainability of Cathedrals to be discussed with MPs https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/the-future-financial-sustainability-of-cathedrals/

A message for Cathedrals from the National Cathedrals Conference #NCC2026 Engage young artists & commission new art1 https://timbre-player.sharp-stream.com/embed/item/fbe6b97c-32e2-419f-b536-ad993928545d?layout=legacy&custom_theme=115#NCC2026

We welcome the Dean of St John The Divine (New York) Winnie Varghese on this the last day of our National Cathedrals Conference and ask her to help us reflect on themes of our conference- speaking truth to power and standing with the marginalised. “We stand in the middle of it”

Some highlights from the Student Takeover of Evensong on Tuesday here at the National Cathedrals Conference at #BristolCathedral #NCC2026

All set. Thanks to the CCLA for sponsoring tonight 🙌

Cathedral Silent Discos can serve Christion Mission - Dean of St Albans https://timbre-player.sharp-stream.com/embed/item/ed141de3-580a-4574-9162-3be915c85f39?layout=legacy&custom_theme=115

2/2 “And the most dangerous assumption that can build up around any institution is wealth- the public perception that cathedrals are lavished with money” David Olusoga,National Cathedrals Conference responds to new research, Living Stones - English cathedrals as sacred spaces in changing Times

1/2 “Our cathedrals are central to key moments in national life …They offer deep and growing need to find spaces and stillness and contemplation.. And are survivors and witness to the tumult of history…” Keynote speaker, historian,broadcaster, David Olusoga at our National Cathedrals Conference

THe Cathedrals of England - Their Economic and Invisible Impact on the Life of the Nation - ‘The cathedrals are doing public work, civic work, that nothing else in the country can do, and they are doing it, almost entirely, at their own expense.’ Sir Paul Ruddock https://ow.ly/rYka50Z1Cxk

Looking forward to the student takeover for Evensong tonight! https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/student-takeover-at-evensong-bristol-cathedral/ #NCC2026 #Bristol

A new report finds English cathedrals remain vital civic, cultural, and spiritual institutions in a changing England, while finances remain fragile. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/what-are-cathedrals-for/

'Sacred and Civic, Ancient and Precious, Free and Priceless’ - Sir Paul Ruddock on our cathedrals Opening Day two of the National Cathedrals Conference, 2026

Day 1 …Listen in…… Grateful thanks to United Christian Broadcast who are alongside us for our third National Cathedrals Conference #NCC2026 timbre-player.sharp-stream.com/embed/item/7...

📢 Cathedrals are in crisis. Financial pressures are threatening one of our oldest institutions. Can we ensure that our cathedrals are still here for generations to come? Our new report Living Stones with @englishcathedrals.co.uk is out now: bit.ly/43g3Wmg Follow along to find out more👇🧵

We were blessed to hear a message from the Archbishop for the start of the #NCC2026 “At a time of change and uncertainty, cathedrals offer …spaces of prayer, reflection, beauty and encounter. They remain places where hearts are lifted, hope is renewed, and people may glimpse the presence of God.

We come to Bristol for the third National Cathedrals Conference! We can’t wait to welcome you. It’s the launch of new research by @theosoph.bsky.social Which asks what are cathedrals for today and explores their civic, cultural And spiritual impact in today’s England

⬅️ Before and After ➡️ Evensong at Salisbury Cathedral last week celebrated the completion of a 2 year conservation of one of the Cathedral’s most significant artworks - a stained-glass window designed by leading Pre-Raphaelite artists William Morris and Edward Burne-Jones. https://ow.ly/BivO50YYaqM

The Planning Authorities say: YES! A major milestone on the road to securing the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn Project has been reached with the successful approval of all planning applications for the project. https://ow.ly/ojJj50YYaa3

Heavy Metal: The Fellowship of the Ringers The bell ringers of Carlisle Cathedral are sharing their largely hidden world in a new exhibition telling the story of the bells and the rich tradition and art of bell ringing. https://ow.ly/vW4e50YY9Ww

In the first of its kind, Art and Design students from the City of Bristol College have launched a take-over of Evensong in #BristolCathedral using immersive light and sound projections. Find out more ⤵️ https://ow.ly/uswa50YXWlN#BristolCathedral

Vacancy : Derby Cathedral are looking for a Head Verger The successful candidate will help shape the next chapter of a historic and much‑loved institution, supporting major events, growing visitor numbers, and ambitious development projects. https://ow.ly/yjr750YXLsm

“There are lots of times when the paperwork gets a little bit too much for us all to do, so having the cathedral on board and helping out with all of that is absolutely amazing.” #HerefordCathedral Partners with South Wye Foodshare https://ow.ly/5Fbt50YVZTg

Spot the iconic Lincoln Imp high up at Lincoln Cathedral! He's come out in support of his team this week - thanks to Stuart Boyfield, the cathedral's longest-serving staff member and an Imp supporter! Stuart is pictured here with Lincoln City players Jack Moylan and Ivan Varfolomeev looking on

Are you ready? @lichfieldcathedral.bsky.social is! The Home Front is coming to the cathedral for a very special Bank Holiday weekend. See The Longest Yarn 2, WWII jeeps, local cadet displays, family crafts, a new cafe and a community poppy project! www.lichfield-cathedral.org/what-s-on/fa...

Our chair, Dean Jo Kelly-Moore, joined The Princess Royal at 4.45am for the ANZAC Day commemorations. Dean Jo delivered the Address at Westminster Abbey in front of The Princess of Wales before wreaths were laid at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior - a powerful act of shared remembrance.

The Revd Canon Dr Stephen Evans has been installed as the new Dean of Southwell in a special service held in Southwell Minster.  https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/new-dean-of-southwell-installed/

Peterborough Cathedral has announced the opening of a new cafe offering a "welcome space" for visitors and a new source of income for the cathedral. It will be operated by external partners with the cathedral receiving income through the commercial arrangement. https://ow.ly/PmHM50YO8Uj

Bristol Cathedral is celebrating the return of its Grand Organ following an 18 month restoration programme. Bristol Cathedral Cathedral Launches The Grand Organ Festival. Find out more about the organ and the festival here ⤵️ https://ow.ly/XsMp50YO8xU

Good news! They're BACK! Peregrine Falcons’ return to Ely Cathedral Watch them and all the other Cathedral Peregrine webcams here ⤵️ https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/peregrine-falcons-return-to-ely-cathedral/

St Paul's Cathedral will host a National Service of Celebration of the Warm Welcome Campaign this evening (Wednesday 22 April) 5–6pm. https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/warm-welcome-service-of-celebration-at-st-pauls-cathedral/

Pretty much all of the Cathedral Peregrine Webcams are live and the peregrines are VERY active right now with lots of eggs about. Take a look - you might see an egg hatch ⤵️ https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/updated-cathedral-peregrine-webcams/

What was it like to be a woman behind bars in 19th-century Newcastle? You have just one more week left to visit this brilliant exhibition at Newcastle Cathedral which uncovers the hidden histories of women in Newcastle’s 19th-century prison ⤵️ https://ow.ly/YS5K50YMrlK

Titanosaur has arrived at Peterborough Cathedral And you have until 31st May to get along and see it! Find out more here ⤵️ https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/events/peterborough-titanosaur/

From Tradition to Tomorrow: Empowering Peterborough’s Young Voices Peterborough cathedral Cathedral has launched #FutureVoices, a transformative fundraising campaign to secure the next generation of choristers and sustain the city’s living musical heritage. https://ow.ly/7OX950YI49J

Small City, Big Landscape Ripon has officially launched its bid to become the UK Town of Culture 2028. Central to the campaign is the idea of “pilgrimage” - a journey of discovery, connection, and transformation https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/ripon-launches-bid-for-town-of-culture/

They're on their way! Two musicians from Guildford Cathedral set off on Easter Monday on an 800km pilgrimage across France and Spain to raise funds to support church and school music. Guildford Cathedral Musicians take on 800km Camino Challenge https://ow.ly/H46q50YI3ZL