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Take a look at our featured upcoming events listed below, or search all events by clicking here.

You can also download our full programme of events for July to December 2018

Featured Events

Box 459

Box 459 commemorates the 459 fallen in Winchester and its District in the First World War 100 years ago. It has returned to Winchester Cathedral, where it started its journey around the Winchester district just over 4 years ago when it was commissioned by Winchester City Council.

Poppies for Peace

Earlier this year groups of people spent many hours knitting 2018 woollen poppies which will be placed on the railings in the Outer Close to recall the poppy fields of Flanders.

The project was started by the Women’s Section of The Royal British Legion and helped by Winchester Women Reborn. Most of the knitters are from the Winchester area.

Christmas Market and Ice Rink Opening Ceremony

Join us for the official opening of the Christmas Market and Ice Rink and enjoy professional ice skating displays along with the blessing of the tree. A free event - all welcome.

16th Nov 2018 Event Type: Special Event

Winchester Cathedral Ice Rink 2018

Winchester Cathedral Ice Rink is spectacularly situated in the centre of the Cathedral's historic Inner Close and until 20 December it is surrounded by the Christmas Market. The clear roof guarantees a rain-free skate whatever the weather and fun skate aids make it an ideal rink for adults and children alike. NEW FOR 2018! Skate around our new giant Christmas tree.

Christmas Tower Tours

Experience the best views over Winchester and the Cathedral Christmas Market and Ice Rink from the top of the Cathedral Tower.

Twilight Tower Tours

Experience the best views over Winchester and the Cathedral Christmas Market and Ice Rink from the Top of the Cathedral Tower made extra special in the twilight hour.

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market 2018

Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best Christmas Markets in Europe because of its unique location, high-quality exhibitors and bustling atmosphere. Wonderful Christmas gifts, decorations and festive foods can be found in abundance, with a delightful Food Court, British Crafts Village, and over 100 chalets to explore.

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

Take to the ice for a Silent Disco and skate to the sound of your favourite tunes! There is no extra charge for these sessions. Simply book your tickets, collect your headphones, fasten your skates and get ready to dance the night away!

20th Nov 2018 Event Type: Activity

Winchester Music Club Concert

Join the Winchester Music Club and musicians from Winchester College as together we celebrate the feast day of the patron saint of music, St Cecilia, in the magnificent surroundings of Winchester Cathedral.

22nd Nov 2018 Event Type: Concert

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

22nd Nov 2018 Event Type: Activity

Ashton Singers: German Baroque and English 20th Century Choral Music

In the beautiful setting and acoustic of St. Cross Church the Ashton Singers present a programme of early 17th century German and 20th century English choral music.

24th Nov 2018 Event Type: Concert

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

27th Nov 2018 Event Type: Activity

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

29th Nov 2018 Event Type: Activity

Lantern Parade 2018

The lantern parade is back for 2018! Make your own lantern with Bella Crafts and join a fun family parade starting from the Cathedral and processing around the Outer Close.

29th Nov 2018 Event Type: Festival

Advent Procession

More information coming soon.

1st Dec 2018 Event Type: Faith

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

4th Dec 2018 Event Type: Activity

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

6th Dec 2018 Event Type: Activity

Joint Party Nights

Come along and join us for our festive joint party nights at the Refectory. Our stunning venue will be decorated in style, the perfect setting for your colleagues or friends to celebrate the festive season. The package includes the venue hire, a 3 course delicious menu with tea, coffee & mints, table decorations and a DJ until midnight.

7th Dec 2018 Event Type: Festival

Waynflete Singers: A Christmas Fanfare

The Waynflete Singers usher in the celebratory mood of Christmas with an exciting programme of choral and brass music, courtesy of Onyx Brass, described in BBC Music Magazine as “easily the classiest brass ensemble in Britain”.

8th Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

‘Silent Night’ Christmas Concert in aid of Brendoncare

Bringing together local Christmas cheer, The Brendoncare Foundation is hosting a magical night to remember at Winchester College Chapel this year.

9th Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

Cathedral Carol Concert

Entitled Star Shine: an evening with the stars you are welcome to an evening of music, laughter and delight at Winchester Cathedral as the bright stars of the Cathedral Choir, boys, girls and lay clerks sing music for Christmas.

14th Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

Joint Party Nights

14th Dec 2018 Event Type: Festival

Southern Voices Christmas Concert

A selection of Christmas music, including “Angels, Sing!” by Roxanna Panufnik and “Christus Natus Est” by Cecilia MacDowall, and including carols for choir and audience.

15th Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

Joint Party Nights

15th Dec 2018 Event Type: Festival

The Snowman also featuring The Bear and the Piano

Experience the magic of The Snowman in a whole new way this Christmas at Winchester Cathedral!

15th Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

18th Dec 2018 Event Type: Activity

Cathedral Carol Service 2018 (Tuesday 18th)

A wonderful service filled with beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choir. This first service is ticketed, with priority booking for the Cathedral Community - any remaining tickets will be available via the Cathedral Box Office. The second (Wednesday 19th) and third (Friday 21st) services are not ticketed and all are welcome.

18th Dec 2018 Event Type: Faith

Christmas Carol Service 2018 (Wednesday 19th)

A wonderful service filled with beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choir. This second service of three is not ticketed and all are welcome to attend.

19th Dec 2018 Event Type: Faith

Silent Disco on Ice

20 November - 20 December

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00pm & 8.00pm (sessions last 1 hour)

20th Dec 2018 Event Type: Activity

Christmas Story-Telling

On Friday 21^st December, the first day of winter, join us in the Cathedral for 30 minutes of festive creative fun and to hear the story of the first Christmas.

21st Dec 2018 Event Type: Family

Christmas Carol Service 2018 (Friday 21st)

A wonderful service filled with beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choir. This is the third service out of three and all are welcome to attend.

Chamber Choir Christmas Concert

One of Winchester's more recent Christmas traditions is the annual Advent concert given by the Cathedral Chamber Choir.

22nd Dec 2018 Event Type: Concert

Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols

The Choristers of Winchester Cathedral with harpist Anne Denholm, official harpist to HRH The Prince of Wales, perform Benjamin Britten's Ceremony of Carols.

23rd Dec 2018 Event Type: Festival

Learning: A Game of Two Halves

Wessex Centre

Prof Bill Lucas, Director, Centre for Real-World Learning, University of Winchester

The learning sciences are giving us exciting insights into how we learn. These lessons can be applied at school at university or college and throughout life. In this lecture Bill Lucas will explore the research, explode some myths and reflect on how 8-year-old and 80-year-old learners are both similar and different!

Tickets: £5 available from the Cathedral Box Office 01962 857275.

28th Feb 2019 Event Type: Lecture

The Bible: How can we get the most out of it?

The Nave

Professor Alister McGrath, Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion, University of Oxford

This talk reflects on how best we can read the Bible, focussing especially the gospels and letters of the New Testament, but opening up some wider questions. How important is the Bible? How can it help us shape our thinking and living? And how can reading this text help us reflect on God and ourselves during this period of Lent?

Tickets: £5 available from the Cathedral Box Office 01962 857275.

11th Mar 2019 Event Type: Lecture

Atonement: How do we make sense of the crucifixion?

The Nave

Prof Alister McGrath, Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion, University of Oxford

The death of Christ is central to the Christian faith, and is the major focus of our Good Friday celebrations. So what does it mean? And how does it illuminate the Christian life? This lecture explores the various ways in which Christians have understood the meaning of the crucifixion, and what each of these brings to our understanding of Christ and ourselves.

Tickets: £5 available from the Cathedral Box Office 01962 857275.

26th Mar 2019 Event Type: Lecture

Conserving the Bible: A Journey of Discovery

Wessex Learning Centre

Andrew Honey, Lead Conservator, Winchester Bible Project

This talk will describe the recently completed work to conserve the Winchester Bible, begun in 2014 by Dr Christopher Clarkson and continued at the Bodleian Library since 2016. It will describe the process of conservation and the rebinding of the Bible, and share some of the discoveries that have been made during the process.

Tickets: £5 available from the Cathedral Box Office 01962 857275.

2nd Apr 2019 Event Type: Lecture

Seder Meal

Seder Meal, shared between Jews and Christians, for all ages.

A Seder is an ancient commemorative meal that Jews hold during Passover. It is multi-layered, happy and sad, containing the story of the Exodus from slavery, together with special foods and rituals, many of which are for children. The Seder will be led by members of the local Jewish community.

15th Apr 2019 Event Type: Special Event

Voices for Hospices Choir Masses Come and Sing ‘Elijah’

Voices for Hospices Choir are passionate about enabling singers to join together and raise their voices to help those with end of life and life limiting illnesses. Join them for a concert at Winchester Cathedral in 2019!

12th Oct 2019 Event Type: Concert

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What's On At Winchester Cathedral

Featured Events

Box 459

Poppies for Peace

Christmas Market and Ice Rink Opening Ceremony

Winchester Cathedral Ice Rink 2018

Christmas Tower Tours

Twilight Tower Tours

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market 2018

Silent Disco on Ice

Winchester Music Club Concert

Silent Disco on Ice

Ashton Singers: German Baroque and English 20th Century Choral Music

Silent Disco on Ice

Silent Disco on Ice

Lantern Parade 2018

Advent Procession

Silent Disco on Ice

Silent Disco on Ice

Joint Party Nights

Waynflete Singers: A Christmas Fanfare

‘Silent Night’ Christmas Concert in aid of Brendoncare

Cathedral Carol Concert

Joint Party Nights

Southern Voices Christmas Concert

Joint Party Nights

The Snowman also featuring The Bear and the Piano

Silent Disco on Ice

Cathedral Carol Service 2018 (Tuesday 18th)

Christmas Carol Service 2018 (Wednesday 19th)

Silent Disco on Ice

Christmas Story-Telling

Christmas Carol Service 2018 (Friday 21st)

Chamber Choir Christmas Concert

Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols

Learning: A Game of Two Halves

The Bible: How can we get the most out of it?

Atonement: How do we make sense of the crucifixion?

Conserving the Bible: A Journey of Discovery

Seder Meal

Voices for Hospices Choir Masses Come and Sing ‘Elijah’

Jane Austen's Grave

Guided Tours

The Refectory