This week, we came across a letter from Enid Marx, a 20th century designer noted for her vibrant geometric and folk art-inspired prints. You'll recognise her work, but did you know that she had connections to Exeter? Find out more: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news-events/...

Discover the unexpected and highly-skilled roles that have been occupied by talented women here at Exeter Cathedral across the centuries 🔍 Hatter, seamstress, blacksmith, glazier, librarian, Chapter Canon… who else will you uncover with our Cathedral Librarian and Archivist? ✦ 9 March | 1pm-3pm

Candlelight Concert with Exeter Cathedral Choir 🕯️ Experience an evening with the Exeter Cathedral Choir in the stunning Gothic cathedral. 🎶 📆 Saturday, 7 March 2026 at 7pm. 🎟 Book tickets at buff.ly/Moc0Bmk.

Ever wanted to step through the wardrobe to Narnia? Or move to Middle-earth? Join us as multi-award-winning novelist, Julia Golding, transports you with excerpts from her new book to these fascinating worlds this Lent. ✧ Sunday 8 March | 6pm ✧ Chapter House ✧ Free

Take a unique tour this March to discover stories of the Reformation and its impact on Exeter Cathedral 🔍 ✦ Tickets: £20pp (places are limited; booking is essential) ✦ Tours begin in the Cathedral and end in the Cathedral Library and Archives ✦ Book here: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Half Term Costume Story Trail! 🤩 Using your Story Puzzle Trail Sheet, navigate the trail, look out for costume characters, dress yourself up, take fun photos & pick up a themed prize from the Cathedral Shop! ✧ 16-21 Feb ✧ Trail sheets £2.50 ✧ Children free with a paying adult

Join our upcoming Lent course! 💫 18 Feb - 22 Mar | Using the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Lent book, we'll each be invited to consider how our faith is sustained and explore how our identity is shaped through life in Christ. Find out more: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

This Valentine’s Day, let words steal your heart! ❤️ This Thursday, drop-in for free (no booking required) to the Library & Archives anytime between 1pm and 3pm to discover how writers and poets across the centuries have expressed the mystery of love divine.

Be inspired – we warmly invite you to join our two Lenten reflections: 🌱 ‘New Light on Familiar Words’ – Sue Gillingham, Canon Theologian | Thursday 19 March, 7pm (on Zoom) 🌱 “We are bold to say…”, – Morwenna Ludlow, Canon Theologian | Thursday 26 March, 7pm (on Zoom) More info: bit.ly/ec-lent

Today's Choral Evensong service will be broadcast live at 3pm on BBC Radio 3. During the service, Exeter Cathedral Choir will be performing the premiere of an anthem specially commissioned for the conference from composer Nico Muhly. Listen live: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

Holocaust Memorial Day has been marked across Devon. This year's theme was Bridging Generations. At @exetercathedral.bsky.social civic, religious and community leaders, school children and others took part in a candle lighting ceremony to remember victims of the Holocaust.

This edition of the Torah, also known as the Pentateuch, was printed by E. Toledano in Lisbon in 1491. We are honoured to be looking after one of the most beautiful Hebrew printed books of the 15th century. Thank you to everyone who attended our Holocaust Memorial Day service this morning.

Ever heard of the 14th century English hermit, Richard Rolle? Find out about this English mystic and prolific religious writer, commemorated today, on 23 January: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news-events/...

This Valentine’s Day, let words steal your heart! ❤️ On Thursday 12 February, drop-in for free (no booking required) to the Library & Archives anytime between 1pm and 3pm to discover how writers and poets across the centuries have expressed the mystery of love divine.

Join us on Saturday for the Environment Film Festival – an exciting opportunity to watch Six Inches of Soil and Wilding surrounded by the awe-inspiring architecture of the Exeter Cathedral nave. 📆 Saturday 17 January 12:30pm-5pm 🎟Tickets £5 via

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to see The Storytellers by Luxmuralis at Exeter Cathedral! We hope you enjoyed this mesmerising sound and light experience. ✨📚 #ExeterCathedral #StorytellersExeter

Tonight is the final evening to see The Storytellers by Luxmuralis at Exeter Cathedral! 📖 Don't miss the opportunity to see Exeter Cathedral transformed by stunning visual displays and accompanied by a captivating soundscape. 🎟 Final tickets at: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

This illustration by the Irish literary painter, Daniel Maclise (1806-1870), appears in the Cathedral Library’s 1864 edition of the collected works of poet laureate, Alfred Lord Tennyson. Find out more here: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news-events/...

NEW: Tour Gift Vouchers 🎟️ Ever looking for a unique anniversary or thank-you gift idea? You can now gift an Exeter Cathedral Tour. Simply email our bookings team ([email protected]) stating which tour (Roof Tour or Onwards & Upwards Tour) and how many tickets you’d like to gift!

Next Thursday, discover with us the timeless tradition of storytelling in the collections of the Cathedral Library and Archives, from creation accounts to tales of medieval pilgrimages, saints’ lives and daring quests for the Holy Grail. 📘 15 Jan 📘 1pm - 3pm 📘 Exeter Cathedral Library 📘 Free

Are you in Year 10-12? Interested in history? We’re offering two students the chance to spend a week away from the classroom (29 June - 3 July) helping catalogue objects, curate displays + write blogs for our popular newsletter. Apply by 20 January: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/library-and-...

The wait is over! Luxmuralis will be transforming the awe-inspiring interior of Exeter Cathedral every night until Saturday 10 January. Don’t miss the opportunity to journey through the rich history of storytelling. 🎟 Book your tickets www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Study Matthew’s main account of the life and ministry of Jesus – a perfect course to observe Lent, and prepare for Holy Week and Easter, led by Revd Canon Professor Richard A. Burridge. ✝︎ Every Wednesday, 28 Jan – 25 Feb 2026 ✝︎ Register your place: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Thank you to Alex Toze for this stunning photo of Saturday’s moon over Exeter Cathedral 🌕 “Having lived with this view for 7 years now I have been hoping to catch this shot. It’s rare the moon rises where it did and it was just by chance I looked across the city and saw it.” – Alex Toze

One week to go! ✨📖 We can't wait to see Exeter Cathedral transformed by Luxmuralis' mesmerising sound and light show, The Storytellers. 📆 Coming to Exeter Cathedral from 7-10 January 2026 🎟 Tickets available at www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Lord Jesus Christ, your birth at Bethlehem draws us to kneel in wonder at heaven touching earth: accept our heartfelt praise, as we worship you, our Saviour and our eternal God. #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Tribute to a dynasty of glaziers #DivineLight Three generations of the Drake family worked as glaziers at Exeter Cathedral, and all three are associated with this window. Drake Memorial Window and Blessed James of Ulm, Patron of Glaziers (1921). Read more ⤵️ https://ow.ly/EjZ050XKaOU

Join us for an Environment Film Festival on Saturday 17 January. 🌿 This is an exciting opportunity to watch Six Inches of Soil and Wilding surrounded by the awe-inspiring architecture of the Exeter Cathedral nave. Find out more and book your tickets at www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Here's our Assistant Director of Music, Michael Stephens-Jones, using the whip crack (AKA the ‘slap stick’) whilst our Organ Scholar, Michael D’Avanzo, played ‘Sleigh Ride’ on the Cathedral organ up in the Organ Loft. A big thank-you to Rich in our Works Department for making the clapper!

Become an Exeter Cathedral Chorister 🎶 The Chorister Voice Trials are for children in years 2-5 who wish to audition for the chance to become an Exeter Cathedral Chorister. 📆 Application deadline: Friday 16 January 2026 👉 Book your child's place at www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/worship-musi...

Looking for last minute Christmas gift ideas? Treat someone special to tickets for The Storytellers by Luxmuralis this festive season. ✨🎟🎄 Book your tickets

✭ Tuesday 16 December - Exeter Cathedral will be open to sightseers at the later time of 1pm due to a service taking place. ✭ Wednesday 17 December - The Treasures Exhibition closed for maintenance, and the East End of the Cathedral will be closed from 1pm while a service takes place.

Ellie, our Archivist, recently gave us a preview of this ‘famous scrapbook’ of Mr Hart – Head Virger here at Exeter Cathedral in the 1930s-50s. It features lots of cartoons given to Mr Hart by his friend, the journalist and cartoonist, Harold Murray! ✍️ #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Could you provide entertaining tours for a range of visitors? If so, we would love to have a conversation with you as we seek individuals passionate about giving visitors the very best experience of our wonderful Cathedral. Find out more: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/support-us/v...

Last week, we received an unexpected message from Exmouth artist, Melanie: “I spent many happy hours drawing your magnificent Cathedral. It has been framed. Would you like this as a gift?” On Wednesday, we met Melanie and photographed her presenting her beautiful drawing to the Dean!

Not sure how to spend these dark winter evenings? Emma, our Cathedral Librarian, found a gem in this little third edition (1686) book by John Goodman 😌 #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

A spontaneous extra in our Joys of Christmas series! With thanks to The Salvation Army Exeter Temple Corps. To donate, please visit https:// www.salvationarmy.org.uk/exeter-temple @exetercathedral.bsky.social @salvationarmyuk.bsky.social @churchofengland.org #thejoyofchristmas

From the Archives 🔍 What does this extract from an account roll dating from 1463 have to do with carols? It makes reference to Richard Smert, one of a small handful of identifiable medieval musicians known to have composed carols. Read more: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news-events/...

150+ steps up to the roof but the views were worth it 😮💨 Here’s part two of getting a sneak peak of the highly-rated Exeter Cathedral Onwards & Upwards Tour. A big thank-you to Graham (one of our expert Guides) for this pre-Christmas Tour! #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Downing Street has announced this morning that the Revd Canon Chris Palmer, currently Canon Treasurer at Exeter Cathedral, is to become Dean of Winchester. Read more at: bit.ly/chris-palmer-winchester #ExeterCathedral

We’re still not over those views from the roof… here’s part one of our sneak peak of the highly-rated Exeter Cathedral Onwards & Upwards Tour 👀 Thanks, Graham (one of our expert Guides) for the pre-Christmas Tour! #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Follow our Choir Chaperone, Eleanor, into the Song Schools for a preview of our Choristers’ rehearsal for Handel’s Messiah, taking place here at Exeter Cathedral, this Sunday 7 December at 2:30pm! #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Our Winter Community Exhibition is live! Come and visit us during standard Cathedral opening hours to explore artwork created by the local community inspired by themes of gratitude and thanks. ✨ Open until 5 January. Included in standard Cathedral entry. #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

Final tickets available! We recommend booking your place to experience Exeter Cathedral Choir's stunning performance of Handel's Messiah on Sunday 7 December at 2:30pm. 🔗 Tickets: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve... #ExeterCathedral #YourCathedral

This January, discover the timeless tradition of storytelling in the collections of the Cathedral Library and Archives, from creation accounts to tales of medieval pilgrimages, saints’ lives and daring quests for the Holy Grail. 📘 15 Jan 📘 1pm - 3pm 📘 Free drop-in session bit.ly/in-focus-stories

"It's vaulted ceilings are just so impressive!" A few weeks ago we were thrilled to welcome Martin Kemp to Exeter Cathedral during his visit to our wonderful city. Read more about Martin's visit to Exeter at www.thetimes.com/static/exete... @gwr.com @thetimes.com

Incredible experience to see the Exeter Book up close. I was genuinely starstruck. Written c. 970 and believed to be the oldest surviving book of English literature in the world! At the Treasures Exhibition at Exeter Cathedral. I highly recommend this! @exetercathedral.bsky.social

We’re hosting three much-loved events with a limited a run of tickets now available! 🕯️Handel’s Messiah with Exeter Cathedral Choir | 7 Dec, 2:30pm 🕯️ Christmas with the Cathedral Choir | 9, 11 + 13 Dec, 7pm 🕯️ Exeter Nativity | 14 Dec, 4pm Tickets available via: exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on

Exeter Cathedral Library holds one of the country’s largest historic medical collections 🩺 At its core is the private library of about 350 works of science and medicine bequeathed to the Cathedral Library by Thomas Glass. Find out more: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news-events/...

Tickets are live! Join us for this unique service, carried out ever since 1300s when John Grandisson, Bishop of Exeter (1327-1369), inserted it into the Christmas liturgy. ✦ 23 & 24 December, 6pm ✦ Book your free ticket: www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/whats-on/eve... 📷: Photo by Russell Sach