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‘open without fence or fee’ Cloister Windows (1920s) - @Chestercath #DivineLight Thirty-four windows with 130 lights, presented as an Anglican calendar, most from the studio of F.C. Eden (1864–1944) and A.K. Nicholson (1871–1937), alongside designs by Chester artist Trena Cox (1895–1980) The Cloister Windows at Chester Cathedral are at the heart of the monastic site that was once home to the Benedictine Abbey of St Werburgh. Their unique scheme of glazing depicts the liturgical calendar. More ⤵️ englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-t…

Step into the New Year with a visit to Chester Cathedral. We also have a variety of events taking place. Take a look at our latest blog for everything happening in January chestercathedral.com/news/january-w…

All are welcome to join us for our Christmas special services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Although the pre-booked tickets for Festival of Lessons and Carols for Christmas have been reserved, there are still plenty of seats left available on the day for people without tickets.

Less than a week to go until Chester Cathedral’s Annual Christmas Carol Concert on Saturday 13 December at 7.30pm. It is one of the few times in the year you can hear our incredible boy and girl choristers together! Did you know Silent Night is a German carol titled Stille Nacht and was composed in 1818? Since then it has been translated into over 300 languages, and is so well known it has been recognised by UNESCO! A fitting song to hear from our choir with this year’s Christmas Tree Festival theme of Christmas Around the World. Make sure to book your tickets to our most anticipated concert of the year. Tickets included mulled wine (or non alcoholic alternative) and a mince pie. 🎟️ chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/sh…

Do you have a favourite tree from this year’s Christmas Tree Festival?! Add a picture of your favourite in the comments and make sure to tag us when sharing on socials. Christmas Tree Festival is on now and runs until Sunday 4 January. Open daily from 9.30am - 6pm (last visitor entry at 5.30pm). If you are planning on visiting from Christmas Eve until New Year’s Day we close at 4pm (last entry 3.30pm) and Christmas Day we are open for services only.

@alanswatch We look forward to welcoming you!

Looking forward to our visit tomorrow to see all the fabulous trees, plus tea and cake🍰🍰

It’s definitely feeling like Christmas in Chester! Our always popular Christmas Tree Festival is in full swing and we have an exciting lineup of events and services this month. Find out everything happening at the Cathedral this month in our latest blog ⬇️ chestercathedral.com/news/december-…

Today, Monday 1 December there will be a Choral Eucharist for St Andrew, celebrating the life and ministry of one of the closest friends of Jesus and patron saint of Scotland. The lower voices of the Cathedral Choir will sing music by Byrd and Victoria. This service will take place in the Quire at 5.30pm. All are welcome to join us in the Cathedral or on our official YouTube channel YouTube.com/chestercathedr…

𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 🎄 Open now at @chestercath, wander through more than 80 beautifully decorated trees themed around 'Christmas Around the World', a festive, family-friendly experience everyone will love. visitcheshire.com/events/christm…

Today is Advent Sunday. As we enter the festive season Canon Anthony, Canon Rosie, and Dean Tim have a special invite for you to join us for services and events. Visit our website for details about all upcoming events and services. We look forward to welcoming you to Chester Cathedral this Advent and Christmas.

Monday 1 December is World AIDs Day - join us for an evening presented by Body Positive from 7-9pm in Café 1092 in the Refectory with guest speaker Nathaniel J Hall from Channel 4's It’s A Sin and Proud Marys, Chester's LGBT Choir. Reserve your free ticket here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-world-a… Additionally, on Sunday 30 November there will be a pop up exhibition for World AIDs Day in 30 St Werburgh St from 2-5pm

Advent Procession will take place this Sunday 30 November at 6pm. Join us in the Cathedral or online for this service which moves from darkness to light as we mark the beginning of the season of Advent. Bible readings will be interspersed with beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choir.

To mark Interfaith Week 2025, Chester Cathedral and the University of Chester Chaplaincy Team will be hosting a second Faith2Faith Conversation, this time with Chester’s Lord Mayor and Sheriff. Join us to hear them sharing thoughts and reflections about how they live out their different faiths in their work and everyday lives. 🗓️ Saturday 15 November 🕑 2pm More details and book here: chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/sh…

There will be limited access today and tomorrow (Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 November) due to a private function. However our fantastic Cathedral Gift Shop is open! Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Pop inside to find a unique collection of gifts including bespoke jewelry, creations by local artists, Cathedral gin, and so much more.

Only three weeks until the start of our Christmas Tree Festival 🎄

All are welcome to join us on Remembrance Sunday at 10.15am for a service of thanksgiving which concludes with an Act of Remembrance at 11am at the War Memorial in the Cathedral Gardens. At 6pm the Nave Choir will sing music appropriate for the season of remembrance, interspersed with poetry and readings from Scripture for the Words and Music of Remembrance service. On Tuesday 11 November there will be a short service at the War Memorial, including the national Act of Remembrance at 11am to mark Armistice Day.

Only two months left in 2025 but still time to see The Purgatory Project exhibition before it’s gone. It’s going to be another busy and exciting month with the start of Christmas events at the end of November. Find out everything happen at the Cathedral here: chestercathedral.com/news/november-…

As Black History Month comes to an end, Dr Ben Fulford draws our attention to the stories behind memorials in the Cathedral and churches in the diocese connected to hidden histories of oppression of black people in ways we're still learning about. What the full video here: chesterdiocese.org/news-1/chester…

All are welcome to attend the Cathedral Eucharist for All Saints on Sunday 2 November at 10.30am followed by the Requiem Eucharist for All Souls at 3pm which will include space to remember those we love who have died in recent years. These services will also be streamed on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/chestercathedr…