Events

From classic cathedral tours to special interest tours, browse the opportunities for a deeper exploration of Winchester Cathedral.

Explore over 1,000 years of history in the Kings and Scribes: Birth of a Nation exhibition.

Enjoy an exhilarating tower tour of Winchester Cathedral with magnificent views across Winchester and the county.

Open daily from Friday 22nd November – Sunday 22nd December 2024. Free admission.

Join us for a step-by-step painting workshop at Winchester Cathedral. Enjoy an evening out with friends, unwind and discover your inner artist.

Advent & Christmas Services running from 2nd - 25th December and everyone is welcome to attend.

Be introduced to the candle-making world through our introductory sessions led by our candle specialist. The perfect activity to join in the run up to Christmas.

Create a set of Christmas decorations and a trinket dish or tea-light holder in this fun and relaxed introduction to glass fusing.

A series of workshops giving you the opportunity to create your own rings, bangles or Christmas decorations alongside the talented local silversmither, Jess Meader. Make something special for yourself or to gift as a present this Christmas.

The Waynflete Singers return to the Cathedral for their ever-popular Christmas concert. They are joined by the English Chamber Orchestra and a superb line-up of soloists .

Create your own unique Christmas stationery this festive season.

Join for a heart-warming evening of festive celebration and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and spread joy to those who need it most.

Let the wonderful choirs of Winchester Cathedral entertain you with an evening of glorious Christmas music, including traditional favourites, exciting new pieces and much-loved audience carols.

A performance of one of Benjamin Britten’s best-loved choral works performed by the Winchester Cathedral Choir and harpist Elizabeth Green.

Experience the holy grandeur of this spectacular traditional Carol Service sung by the Choir of Winchester Cathedral.

Experience the joy of Christmas with the Winchester Cathedral Chamber Choir.

Three monumental sculptures of sperm whales, created by artist Tessa Campbell Fraser, will hang from the cathedral's Nave in this immersive art installation.

The Norfolk Broads, a four-piece female ensemble, are coming to Winchester Cathedral to perform their festival-favourite folk songs under the Whales installation.

Join academics from the University of Southampton for an immersive evening of thought-provoking talks and performances that explore the diverse worlds created by whales. Bringing together science, art, and law, these experts will highlight the far-reaching impact of these majestic creatures on our planet.

Captivating audiences with their fabulous harmonies and amusing banter since the year 2001, Kimber's Men have performed at folk and shanty festivals throughout the length and breadth of the UK and internationally. Don't miss their first performance at Winchester Cathedral!

Sea shanty and folk legends The Longest Johns and El Pony Pisador are coming to Winchester Cathedral for a one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime performance beneath three enormous sperm whales.

Join Tessa Campbell Fraser as she discusses her work and the making of Whales, followed by a visit to the cathedral to view the work with the artist.

In search of a unique experience for your Valentine's plans? Experience the Whales installation with your loved ones and enjoy special music, cocktails, tours and experiences.

Fun for all the family, grab your dancing shoes for an unforgettable evening as you dance like no one's watching under the Whales.

Fun for all the family, grab your dancing shoes for an unforgettable evening as you dance like no one's watching under the Whales installation.

With the use of exquisite puppets, comedy and music, Circo Rum Ba Ba explore the tale of sea creatures and their battle to survive in an ocean full of rubbish. A fun and educational experience for children.

How To Be A Whale is a bioacoustic listening journey - a soundscape of many hundreds of scientific recordings woven together into a story told through the lives of seven different whales and dolphins in a celebration of the sounds of the sea.

Join biologist turned filmmaker and writer Tom Mustill for a thrilling investigation into the pioneering world of animal communication, where big data and artificial intelligence are changing our relationship with animals forever.

Come along to celebrate the very best new fiction and non-fiction with a faith perspective. Come for one event, one day, or the whole weekend.

This free event is open to any girl in Years 5, 6 & 7 who would like to learn more about being a Chorister at Winchester Cathedral.

Come along to celebrate the very best new fiction and non-fiction with a faith perspective. Come for one event, one day, or the whole weekend.

Come along to celebrate the very best new fiction and non-fiction with a faith perspective. Come for one event, one day, or the whole weekend.