‘Hear the Angels Sing’: Advent and Christmas at Gloucester Cathedral
“We are delighted to invite you to join us as we come together to celebrate the season of Advent and Christmas. From worship and choral music to beautiful decorations and family-friendly activities, there are so many opportunities to come and explore this sacred...‘Pilgrimage’ a GPC Exhibition
175th Anniversary Concert: Hymnus Paradisi and Finzi’s Clarinet Concerto
This rescheduled concert promises to be every bit as special as the occasion deserves. Herbert Howells’s Hymnus Paradisi was first performed at the Gloucester Three Choirs Festival of 1950. Hymnus Paradisi is set in six movements that combine the texts of psalms, the...
A Costume for Gloucester
A Costume for Gloucester is a trailblazing project, which has been put together by Voices Gloucester in collaboration with Gloucester Cathedral. Designed by locally-based costumier Katie Taylor and forming part of Threads 2023, A Costume for Gloucester celebrates the...A Night at the Opera
London Concertante present a sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, including works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart – some of the best from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, The Barber of Seville, Carmen, Cosi...
And the winners are…
Hundred Heroines, the Gloucester based charity dedicated to celebrating women in photography, is delighted to announce the three winners of the Knife Angel Photography Competition. Congratulations to Annie Blick, Christine Smith and Paul Clark, whose entries showed...
Art In The City 2024
Art In The City is an event for all in Gloucester City centre. Join us in Gloucester for a creative day! ‘Plein Air’ painting competition and exhibition. Compete for prizes and enjoy a day of art. Register now! In it’s seventh year Art In The City looks to host both...BBC Tours around Gloucester Cathedral
Chill on the Green at Gloucester Cathedral
Watch the world go by on Cathedral Green during these summer afternoon sessions. Expect live acoustic music, street food and a relaxing atmosphere. Every Friday afternoon from 19th July to 30th August between 12noon – 4pm This event is free and there is no...
Christ-Mouse Family Trail at Gloucester Cathedral
A brand new family trail is coming to the Cathedral… Between 9 December and 7 January, you’re invited to take part in the Christ-mouse Family Trail! Join the Cathedral mice as they tell the story of the very first Christmas. Find where they are hiding, and...Coffee Concert- The Four Seasons
Easter Through the Ages
Travel back in time at Gloucester Cathedral this Easter with our fun family activities. Discover how the Easter festival has been celebrated throughout history! Join us for crafts, cookery and more as we make and take home some of our favourite Easter traditions from...
Easter Through the Ages
Travel back in time at Gloucester Cathedral this Easter with our fun family activities. Discover how the Easter festival has been celebrated throughout history! Join us for crafts, cookery and more as we make and take home some of our favourite Easter traditions from...
Ed Balls to feature at Three Choirs Festival in Gloucester
The Three Choirs Festival has announced that broadcaster, writer and former politician Ed Balls will be joining the festival line up in Gloucester. He will join forces with the Marsyas Trio as the narrator in the Three Little Mammoths on Saturday 29 July. Written by...
Enjoy the awe and wonder of Gloucester Cathedral this Easter
Gloucester Cathedral welcomes all to participate in its services and events during the festival of Easter, as it proclaims the message of hope. There is something for everyone at Gloucester Cathedral this Holy Week and Easter. From services to fun family activities,...FEIG Bounce and Brunch
Gloucester 10K
Come and join us on Sunday, 25th June 2023 for Gloucester’s 10th 10K, chip-timed race, taking runners on a sightseeing tour of Gloucester, including the Cathedral, Quays, canal and docks. There will be some road closures across the city during the race. Take a...
Gloucester Cathedral launches new Corporate Partnership Programme
This programme offers local businesses the unique chance to get up close to this remarkable building, and WSP Solicitors has become the first to join As well as being a place of worship, a world-famous heritage site, an iconic landmark and a charity, Gloucester...
Gloucester Cathedral launches new virtual tour
Created by locally based company, Virtual360toursglos, it uses modern technology to shed new light on this 1,000-year-old sacred space. The virtual tour is now available on the Cathedral’s website, allowing users to journey through almost every corner of this...
Gloucester Cathedral to celebrate past residents of Gloucester’s Westgate Street with special service
Gloucester Cathedral invites the community to celebrate the city’s rich heritage with a special service on Friday 26 April at 7pm to recognise and remember the contributions from past residents and employees of the city’s vibrant Westgate Street. Drawing to a close...
Gloucester Cathedral welcomes The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester
Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester enjoyed an afternoon of conversation and music at Gloucester Cathedral on 19 February. Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were welcomed to Gloucester Cathedral by the Very Reverend Andrew...
Gloucester gift shop ‘so grateful’ after being nominated for national award
Sandra Powell is the owner of The Candle Tree on College Street, and is in the running to be crowned as the UK’s favourite local business A Gloucester gift shop owner is giving thanks to her loyal customers after being nominated in a nationwide search to find the UK’s...
Gloucester Knife Angel
The 27-foot-high sculpture, made from over 100,000 seized blades is coming to Gloucester in February 2023 as part of its National Anti-Violence Tour. It was created to highlight the negative effects of violent and aggressive behaviour. Not only does it act as a...
Hop along to Gloucester’s Bunny Hop Trail!
Ten fluffy bunnies have hopped off around Gloucester, carrying with them a letter, find the bunnies, unscramble the word and be in with the chance of winning a £50 gift card. This Easter, collaborating with ten fantastic Gloucester businesses and venues, Gloucester...Informal Lunchtime Concert
Join the celebrations at Gloucester Cathedral for the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort
Next month, the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey, and Gloucester Cathedral and the Diocese of Gloucester invite you to join in marking this historic occasion. On Monday 8 May, all are warmly welcome to...
Light Eternal by Luxmuralis
Light Eternal: Yesterday, Today, Forever This autumn, you’re invited to come and experience Gloucester Cathedral like never before. Light Eternal: Yesterday, Today, Forever will take visitors on a journey that delves into the Cathedral’s 1000-year-long history,...
Little Lamb Adventure Trail
Help Larry the Lamb find his friends around the Cathedral! Larry the Lamb has lost his friends and needs your help to find them! Discover the history of this beautiful space, while taking part in this fun family-friendly trail this spring! Collect your trail sheet...London Welsh Male Voice Choir
A fundraising concert presented by the Rotary Club of Gloucester in aid of Hope for tomorrow and other local charities. Come and be transported by the traditional sound of the male voice choir, in the fantastic acoustic and setting of Gloucester Cathedral.
Monks, Manuscripts and Mayhem Activity Day
Novice Norman is back, and once again he’s inviting you to come and learn about the world of the monks who used to live here! This time, visitors of all ages are invited to discover more about the fascinating studies the monks undertook as part of their daily...
Morning Yoga at Gloucester Cathedral
Begin your day with tranquillity at our morning yoga classes and enjoy exclusive access to the Cathedral before it opens to the public, finding a sense of peace amid the hustle and bustle of daily life! Taking place on various Saturday morning throughout July and...
NAFAS National Show 2023
NAFAS will be holding its National Show in the wonderful setting of Gloucester Cathedral on the 12th and 13th May 2023. This is an opportunity for our dedicated members to compete in a variety of classes, Visitors will be treated to a beautiful array of floral...
Nature Safari
This May half term, you are invited to take part in our Nature Safari and connect with the great outdoors. Embark on an adventure with our themed games and discover the wonders of nature in our packed programme of family-friendly activities, including: · A healing...
Pride March – Gloucester Cathedral
Pride in Gloucestershire is steadfast in its mission to promote LGBTQ+ equality and diversity. We strive to ensure every individual has the opportunity to flourish, through our efforts spanning education, information dissemination, and entertainment. Our initiatives,...St Matthew Passion
