# Event Details - **Event Name**: ‘A Thousand Years In Thy Sight’: Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A one-night-only, special presentation bringing the story of the incredible 1926 Blackburn Cathedral Pageant to life.About this EventExactly 100 years ago, Blackburn witnessed a theatrical phenomenon like no other. Step back in time to September 1926, when an astonishing cast of over 2,000 local people took to the stage in a massive, breathtaking production.It was a soaring triumph that captivated the entire town, celebrating both the power of Christianity and the grit and determination of the people of Blackburn.But behind the grand spectacle lay a whirlwind of human drama and during this special interactive presentation, you’ll discover:The Behind-the-Scenes Battle: The legendary rivalry between the formidable director, Miss Ida Shaw, and the Reverend John Wallis.The Backstage Chaos: Hilarious, untold stories and mishaps from the frantic rehearsal weeks.Four Days of Glory: How sheer local determination turned a logistical mountain into a roaring, highly successful four-day triumph.Presented as part of the Cathedral’s centenary celebrations, this one-night-only event provides a unique opportunity to experience the laughter, rivalry, and community spirit that defined Blackburn a century ago.Don’t miss this incredible journey into our town and Cathedral’s vibrant history!Event TimingsDoors Open: 7pmStart Time: 7.30pmEnd Time: 9pmBy buying a ticket and attending this event, you will be helping to secure the long-term future of your Cathedral so that it can remain open to all, both now and for future generations. All ticket sales contribute to the hosting costs and help us stage more events like this in the future. We thank you for your support.Venue DetailsBlackburn Cathedral is two minutes from the bus interchange and railway station. Please note that there is no onsite parking however there are a number of public car parks close by.Although there are some old, uneven surfaces and care should be taken, the Cathedral is fully accessible and wheelchair friendly. There is level access into and around the building.Call: 01254 277430Email: info@blackburncathedral.comBlackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AATicket Refund PolicyTo ensure a smooth experience, please review our straightforward refund policy:Refund Eligibility:Refunds will only be issued in the event of cancellation by the event promoter.Cancellation by Promoter:In the unlikely circumstance that this event is cancelled by the promoter, full refunds will be automatically processed for all ticket holders.Non-Refundable Tickets:All tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled by the promoter.Transfer of Tickets:Tickets are transferable, allowing you to pass on them on to friends or family if you find yourself unable to attend.Contact Information:For any enquiries or concerns regarding tickets, please contact our customer support at eventbrite@blackburncathedral.co.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Entertainment, Theatre, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_16_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-09-30T18:00:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Blackburn Cathedral - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6.13, max: 33.22, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Blackburn - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Blackburn Cathedral - **lat**: 53.74705239999999 - **long**: -2.4815687 - **full address**: Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ‘A Thousand Years In Thy Sight’: Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/dd6cb0122722aa35cde20ebe6b7c250ceefd54f3ee93714f41497d64bff0c45d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc89868-gmir.jpg?v=1788076965 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Thousand Years In Thy Sight : Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered being held? - **A:** A Thousand Years In Thy Sight : Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Thousand Years In Thy Sight : Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered? - **A:** A Thousand Years In Thy Sight : Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered is organized by Blackburn Cathedral. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "‘A Thousand Years In Thy Sight’: Blackburn Cathedral 1926 Pageant Uncovered", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/dd6cb0122722aa35cde20ebe6b7c250ceefd54f3ee93714f41497d64bff0c45d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc89868-gmir.jpg?v=1788076965", "startDate": "2026-09-30T19:30:00+01:00", "endDate": "2026-09-30T21:00:00+01:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Blackburn Cathedral", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Cathedral Close", "postalCode": "BB1 5AA", "addressLocality": "Blackburn", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "53.74705239999999", "longitude": "-2.4815687" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A one-night-only, special presentation bringing the story of the incredible 1926 Blackburn Cathedral Pageant to life.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-30", "availabilityEnds": "2026-09-30T21:00:00+01:00", "validFrom": "2026-08-30", "lowPrice": "6.13", "highPrice": "33.22", "price": "6.13", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-30", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-08-30", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663", "price": "11.55", "name": "Adult" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-30", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-08-30", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663", "price": "6.13", "name": "Child (Under 16)" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-30", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-08-30", "url": "https://allevents.in/blackburn/‘a-thousand-years-in-thy-sight-blackburn-cathedral-1926-pageant-uncovered/100001998523859663", "price": "33.22", "name": "Family Ticket" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Blackburn Cathedral", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/blackburn-cathedral/18292719" } ] } ] ```