This Week's Events

Kings & Scribes: The Birth of A Nation

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A permanent exhibition in the South Transept.

Kings and Scribes: The Birth of a Nation will unlock Winchester Cathedral's captivating stories and reveal some of the nation's greatest treasures.

Be one of the first to explore a spectacular three-level exhibition space in the South Transept which will take visitors on a journey through over 1,000 years of history, whilst offering awe-inspiring views of the Cathedral.

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Close Encounters for Heritage Open Days

Walk the Inner Close of Winchester Cathedral and discover over 1,000 years of history from monastic times to the present day.

This tour is now sold out.

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Tour and Tea – Ins and Outs of Europe

Co-operation and conflict between Britain and Europe as reflected in Winchester Cathedral During this tour we will review how England and Britain’s fluctuating relationships with Europe during the last 1000 years has brought benefits to art and architecture in Winchester Cathedral and is reflected in the lives of Saints, Bishops, Royalty and citizens connected with the Cathedral.

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Meet the Scribes

The Undercroft

A special opportunity to meet our team of Cathedral Scribes as they celebrate their 30^th anniversary. Have a go at calligraphy under their expert guidance, try writing with a quill and get creative with hands-on activities for all the family!

All are welcome. This is a free event with donations welcome.

Part of Heritage Open Days 2019.

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Lunchtime Recital: Organ fun with the Cathedral Organists

Join us in the wonderful setting of the Quire for a recital from the Cathedral Organists, Andrew Lumsden, George Castle and Claudia Grinnell. The recital is entitled Organ fun with a programme full of light-hearted and well known musical favourites.

Lunchtime recitals are free to attend. A retiring collection will be taken to help defray costs.

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Tour of the Bishops’ Portraits and Chapel at Wolvesey

This is a rare opportunity to view the Bishops' portraits and chapel at Wolvesey, the Bishop's residence. The tour will be followed by tea and cake.

Event is for Friends of the Cathedral only.

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