This year, on Saturday 17 May, we will open our doors after hours and welcome in people of all ages to experience and explore our beautiful building and to enjoy a taste of cathedral life. Come along and discover what Hereford Cathedral has to offer on Saturday 17 May any time between 7pm - 9pm. If you’d like to join us earlier, Evensong Service starts at 5.30pm, all are welcome.
Cathedral at Night free activities include:
- Visit the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library, which will have free entry for one night only!
- Tours up to the Bellringing Chamber to meet the Cathedral Bellringers.
- Join a mini cathedral tour, led by our experienced guides.
- Come and immerse yourself in a gentle sound experience, performed by local choir Companion Voices, in the Lady Chapel from 7pm -8.30pm.
- Hear beautiful poetry inspired by the cathedral, performed by spoken poet Rosie May ‘Rosie With Words’.
- Take some time out to reflect in the quiet and calm of our small chapels and the beautiful crypt which will be candlelit for the evening.
- Hear the famous Father Willis organ in action at 8.30pm, performed by Assistant Director of Music, Peter Dyke!
- Meet the cathedral Gardeners and the Broderers, volunteer groups who help to maintain the history and heritage of the cathedral.
The cathedral team will be there to share all you need to know about upcoming events, activities and tours available across the year.
Our café and shop will be open late for the evening, serving drinks and tasty treats, and selling a range of gift items.
Cathedrals at Night is free to attend, with no pre-booking required. Just drop in between 7pm and 9pm for a warm welcome and discover what your cathedral can offer you!
Please note: Bellringing chamber tours and mini cathedral tours will have very limited capacity and will be available on a first come first served basis. There may be a queue to visit the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition, please feel free to enjoy other activities on site while you wait. Last entry to the Mappa will be at 8.30pm. If you are unable to join a tour at the event or visit the exhibition, please visit our website for information of general opening times and tour dates.
Any questions can be directed to
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