WHAT’S ON 2O2OJAN UARY – J U N E
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
WELCOMEWinchester Cathedral is one of the finest medieval cathedrals in
Europe and we have been welcoming visitors and worshippers for
almost one thousand years.
Today, over 300,000 visitors come to Winchester Cathedral each
year to share in our worship, explore our fascinating heritage and
enjoy our varied programme of services and events.
We hope you will be inspired by this What’s On Guide and we look
forward to welcoming you to Winchester Cathedral.
O PE N I N G H O U R SNormal opening hours for sightseeing are from
9.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Saturday and 12.30pm – 3.00pm Sunday.
Please note, owing to special services and events, temporary
closures may be necessary. Please check the website before
making a special visit.
AD M I SS I O NAdults: £9.50 | Seniors: £7.50 | Students: £6
Children under 16 (with family): FREE
BOO KI N G I N FO R M ATI O NBookings for events can be made online, by phone, or in person.
Booking fees will apply unless bookings are made in person at
the Box Office.
WI N C H E STE R CATH E D R AL BOX O F F I C EVisitors’ Centre, The Close, Winchester SO23 9LS
10.00am – 4.00pm Monday – Saturday and
11.00am – 3.00pm Saturday
01962 857 275 | [email protected]
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
F R I E N DS O F WI N C H E STE R CATH E D R ALTickets for Friends’ events are available in person from the
Friends’ Office, 2 The Close, Winchester SO23 9LS
01962 857 245 | [email protected]
G RO U P E N QU I R I E SAdult groups | 01962 857 225
Children’s groups | 01962 857 224
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You are warmly invited to join us for worship at Winchester
Cathedral. There is no charge to attend services or for those
wishing to pray privately or light a candle.
Service and prayer times may change. Please check the service
schedule on the website for up-to-date information.
R E G U L AR S E RVI C E SWeekdays and Saturdays
7.40am Morning Prayer
8.00am Holy Communion
12 noon Holy Communion – Thursdays and Saints’ Days only
5.30pm Evensong – usually Choral
Sundays
8.00am Holy Communion
9.45am Choral Mattins*
11.00am Sung Eucharist* – normally followed by coffee
3.30pm Choral Evensong
6.00pm Taizé – monthly, as advertised
* On certain Sundays there is a 10.00am Sung Eucharist, followed
by coffee. On these Sundays, Morning Prayer is said at 7.35am.
WORSHIP
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SPECIAL SERVICESMO N DAY 6 JAN UARY, 5 . 3 0 PMF E STAL E U C HAR I ST FO R TH E E PI PHANY
MO N DAY 27 JAN UARY, 5 . 3 0 PMS PE CIAL S E RVI C E FO R H O LOCAU ST M E M O R IAL DAY
SU N DAY 2 F E B RUARY, 1 1 .0 0A MF E STAL E U C HAR I ST AN D PROC E SS I O N FO R TH E PR E S E N TATI O N O F C H R I ST I N TH E TE M PLE
WE D N E S DAY 26 FE B RUARY, 5 . 3 0 PM AS H WE D N E S DAY SO LE M N E U C HAR I ST WITH I M POS ITI O N O F TH E AS H E S You can receive ashes on your forehead informally (outside)
or formally in the services at 8.00am and 5.30pm.
H O LY WE E K AN D E ASTE R S E RVI C E S Please see page 5–6
T H U R S DAY 21 M AY, 5 . 3 0 PMF E STAL E U C HAR I ST FO R TH E ASC E N S I O N
SAT U R DAY 3 0 AN D SU N DAY 31 M AY THY KI N G DO M CO M E WE E K E N D O F E VE N TS AN D S E RVI C E S FO R PE N TE COST
SU N DAY 31 M AY, 9.45A MC H O R AL M AT TI N S FO R M AYO R AL SU N DAY
T H U R S DAY 1 1 J U N E , 5 . 3 0 PMF E STAL E U C HAR I ST FO R CO R PU S C H R I STI
HOLY WEEK AND E ASTER 2O2O ‘A WE E K TO C HAN G E TH E WO R LD ’
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Join us and experience
the life-changing Holy
Week journey through
celebration, sorrow and
darkness to the overwhelming
light and joy of Easter.
All week there is a quiet
7.30am Morning Prayer
and 8.00am Eucharist.
SU N DAY 5 APR I LPAL M SU N DAY ‘Hosanna!’ Gather at the Great Hall at 10.00am to walk in procession
with palm leaves and crosses, to experience Christ’s joyful entry into
Jerusalem riding on a donkey.
10.30am – Eucharist and Liturgy of Palm Sunday
The mood changes from joy to solemnity as Jesus is accused,
put on trial, and condemned to death. We stand with Christ in
his suffering and the Passion begins.
3.30pm – Reflections on the Passion
We experience and reflect on the Passion of Christ with
music and poetry.
T H U R S DAY 9 APR I LM AU N DY TH U R S DAY
7.00pm – Eucharist of the Last Supper
Experience foot-washing and the Saviour who serves. Join in
the 2,000-year daily tradition of sharing bread and wine, to
remember Jesus and be changed from within.
8.00pm – The Watch
The altar is stripped and we gather in the silence of the dark
Cathedral at the Holy Sepulchre Chapel. Experience the
beauty of Christ’s presence and the painful honour of waiting
with him in Gethsemane.
HOLY WEEK AND E ASTER 2O2O F R I DAY 1 0 APR I LG OO D F R I DAY
12noon – 3.00pm – The Three Hours
Three hours in which to stay with Christ and be transformed by
his cross and his compassionate love. The Very Revd Michael
Sadgrove, former Dean of Durham, will lead meditations followed
by reflections, prayer, scripture and music from 1.30pm – 3.00pm.
5.30pm – Evening Prayer
A beautiful and quiet meditation on the experiences and
events of the day followed by Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater sung
by the Girl Choristers.
SAT U R DAY 1 1 APR I LH O LY SATU R DAY In addition to our services of Morning and Evening Prayer and
Eucharist (see website for details) the Cathedral is being prepared for
the great Easter celebration. Give yourself time to sit and soak up
the atmosphere as the flower-arrangers do their fabulous work.
E AST E R SU N DAY 12 APR I LE ASTE R DAY
10.00am – Choral Mattins
11.15am – Festal Eucharist
3.30pm – Choral Evensong
Joyful and profound celebrations of the resurrection of Jesus
Christ, the one who changes everything and brings life, light and
hope. Join us on Easter Day and share the joy.
For more information about Holy Week at Winchester Cathedral,
please visit www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/holy-week
GUIDED TOURSA walk around the Cathedral takes you through 1,000 years
of history, and one of the best ways to explore is with a
Cathedral Guide.
R E G U L AR TO U R SA great introduction to the Cathedral, its history and treasures.
Available on the hour from 10.00am – 3.00pm Monday – Saturday.
Admission fees apply.
A series of Story Walking maps are also available for visitors
who wish to explore the Cathedral at their own pace.
F R E E C H I LD R E N AN D FA M I LI E S TR AI LThis illustrated trail provides a fun and active way to explore
the Cathedral. Discover its rich and fascinating history and find
out about some of the characters and major historic events that
have helped to shape our nation.
C RYP T TO U RExplore one of the oldest parts of the Cathedral. The crypt
provides a stunning setting for Antony Gormley’s sculpture Sound II.
Tours run at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm, Monday – Saturday
(not available when the crypt is flooded). Tickets available from
the Entrance Desk – no extra charge.
TOWE R TO U RClimb up to the tower and see fantastic views of Winchester.
See the ringing chamber and the great Cathedral bells and walk
the full length of the nave roof. See the website for tour times
and availability. Tickets £7.50, available from the Entrance Desk
in the Cathedral.
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E XPLO R E KI N G S AN D SC R I B E S : T H E B I RT H O F
A N ATIO N , O U R ST U N N I N G N E W N ATI O N A L LOT T E RY
F U N D E D E XH I B IT I O N I N T H E SO U T H T R A N S E P T
Winchester Cathedral is a living monument to the heritage of
England and is one of the most historically signifi cant buildings
in Britain. Kings and Scribes: The Birth of a Nation unlocks
Winchester Cathedral’s captivating stories and reveals some
of the nation’s greatest treasures.
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund
and other generous supporters, a spectacular new three-level
exhibition space in the South Transept takes visitors through over
1,000 years of history, whilst off ering awe-inspiring views of the
Cathedral. There are four exciting galleries to explore:
A SC R I B E ’ S TA L E
The Winchester Bible is
the largest and fi nest of
all surviving 12th-century
English bibles. Discover the
inspiring story of how and
why the Winchester Bible
was made, and admire
its exquisite illuminated
initials and elaborate
decorative schemes.
T H E M E Z Z A N I N E
Explore the realities of monastic life at Winchester Cathedral Priory
with a fascinating rolling programme of displays from the Cathedral
archives. The Mezzanine also provides access to the remarkable
17th-century Morley Library and its outstanding collection of books,
which have remained in their current location for over 400 years.
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D E CO D I N G T H E STO N E S
Unlock the mysteries of Winchester Cathedral, a building which has
been created, destroyed and remade over centuries of struggle and
Civil War. Decoding the Stones tells the story of the Cathedral itself,
linking modern restoration works and contemporary craftspeople
with their medieval predecessors.
T H E B I RT H O F A N ATI O N
Winchester played a unique role in shaping early English history,
and Old Minster, the Anglo-Saxon Cathedral, lay at the centre of
its foundation. Join us on an intriguing journey of discovery as
we unearth the secrets hidden within the Cathedral’s mortuary
chests, meet influential Anglo-Saxon kings in the city from which
they ruled and discover the role of Winchester’s Anglo-Saxon
and Norman cathedrals in the birth of a nation.
Admission to Kings and Scribes: The Birth of a Nation
is included in your annual pass.
Visit the Cathedral website for more information
and opening times: www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
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THE FR IENDS OF WINCHESTER CATHEDR ALAll tickets for these events are available via the Friends’ Office. Call
01962 857 244/5 or email [email protected] to
book tickets and find out more about becoming a Friend.
WE D N E S DAY 22 JAN UARY2.30pm, Paul Woodhouse Suite
R E V ’ D CAN O N N I C K F E N N E M O R E : ‘ L I F E AS AN N H S C HAPL AI N – PART T WO ’Nick, our Cathedral chaplain, has spent 33 years of his ministry with
the NHS and so has a wealth of stories and experiences of working
in acute hospitals, hospices and the community. Last year Nick’s talk
about his early career sold out. He will return to talk about his time
at the John Radclifffe hospital in Oxford and the subject of medical
ethics. Tickets are £8 for friends and £10 for non-friends.
T U E S DAY 25 F E B RUARY2.30pm, Paul Woodhouse Suite
D R TO M WATSO N : ‘ WI N C H E STE R’ S LE SS E R- K N OWN SAI N TS’At this talk, Dr Tom Watson, a Friends’ trustee and medieval
historian, will reveal much about Winchester’s lesser-known saints
and their importance in the medieval church. Tickets are £8 for
friends and £10 for non-friends.
T H U R S DAY 26 M ARCH2.30pm, Paul Woodhouse Suite
H E LE N M CGAR RY: ‘CATH E D R AL F LOWE R S – A D E M O N STR ATI O N ’ At this event Helen McGarry, who leads the Cathedral flower
arrangers, will talk about their role and the work they do.
There will also be a practical demonstration where Helen and
another member of the flower team will demonstrate their skills.
Tickets are £8 for friends and £10 for non-friends.
VAR IOUS DAT E S10.30am, The Undercroft
F R I E N DS’ CO F F E E M O R N I N G SJoin us in the Undercroft and meet other Friends, old and new on 17
January, 14 February, 20 March, 17 April, 15 May and 12 June.
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EVENTS AT THE REFECTORYAll tickets for these events are available from the Refectory.
Call 01962 857 258 or email [email protected]
T U E S DAY 25 F E B RUARY PAN CAK E S PE CIAL S I N TH E R E F E C TO RY Indulge in sweet and savoury pancakes, on sale in our Refectory.
SU N DAY 22 M ARCH 12noon – 3.00pm, Paul Woodhouse Suite
M OTH E R I N G SU N DAY CARVE RY Treat the mother in your life to a delicious Sunday Carvery.
£17.95pp for main (carvery) and a dessert
£8.95 for children (up to 12 years of age)
To include a small gift for mum.
SU N DAY 12 APR I L12noon – 3.00pm, Paul Woodhouse Suite
E ASTE R SU N DAY FA M I LY CARVE RY Enjoy an Easter Sunday carvery for all the family.
£17.95 pp for main (carvery) and a dessert
£8.95 for children (up to 12 years of age)
To include a small Easter gift for the children.
SU N DAY 1 0 M AY11.00am – 3.00pm, Garden Marquee
WE D D I N G FAYR E Visit our sublimely dressed wedding venues, meet 15 local exhibitors
and our experienced team. Free entry and arrival drink.
SU N DAY 21 J U N E12noon – 3.00pm,
Garden Marquee
FATH E R’ S DAY B BQTreat the father in your life to a
delicious BBQ.
£17.95 pp for three items,
salad and dessert
£8.95 for children (up to
12 years of age)
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JANUARY MO N DAY 20 JAN UARY, 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ETE A AT TH R E E Tea and fellowship, especially for the elderly or lonely. No booking
required – just pay £2.50 on the day for a cream tea. All welcome.
F R I DAY 24 JAN UARY – MO N DAY 1 0 F E B RUARY N O RT H PR E S BY T E RY AIS L EE XH I B ITI O N – JA M E S PAR K E S AN D TH E AG E O F I N TO LE R AN C E The Rev’d Dr James Parkes (1896 – 1981) was a tireless fighter
against anti-Semitism in all forms, including from within Christianity.
He worked throughout his career to promote religious tolerance
and respect and during World War II helped to found the Council
of Christians and Jews.
T H U R S DAY 23 JAN UARY – WE D N E S DAY 29 JAN UARY, 1 1 .0 0A M – 4 .0 0 PM PI LG R I M G RO U N DS CO M M U N IT Y ART I N STALL ATI O NBe a part of creating a giant labyrinth in the nave from used
coffee grounds and other coffee-related sustainable materials.
Everyone of any age and ability can participate in making an
individual art ‘tile’, with the help of local artists, art students,
and craftspeople. As the labyrinth develops over seven
days and reaches completion come back and see what’s been
created and walk the labyrinth in stillness. All are invited to
gather for a labyrinth experience on Wednesday 29 January
from 7.00pm – 9.30pm.
Visit the Cathedral website to find out more about
how you can get involved.
THURSDAY 23 JANUARY, 7.00PM – 9.30PMTAYLOR SELWYN ROOMPI LG R I M G RO U N DS ART WO R KS H O PTickets £5 to cover the cost
of materials.
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SAT U R DAY 25 JAN UARY, 1 .0 0 PM – 1 . 3 0 PMSU R RO U N D SO U N D VI Index Cantorum return to give a truly immersive a cappella
musical performance of Thomas Tallis’ 40 voice masterwork
Spem in alium, and other polychoral works that relate to a
theme of ‘pilgrimage’. During the performance there will be
an opportunity to create artwork using co�ee grounds as part
of the Pilgrim Grounds art installation.
Free on admission to the Cathedral, with a retiring
collection in aid of the Cathedral Music Fund.
MO N DAY 27 JAN UARY, 7.0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ESTAN D I N G TOG E TH E R : CAN WE LE AR N F RO M H I STO RY AN D STO P TH E R I S E O F E X TR E M I S M?Rabbi Goldberg explores how the worrying rise of extremism and populism in Europe and North America can be successfully challenged by individuals standing together with their neighbours and speaking out against discrimination, prejudice and oppression.
Tickets £5 or £7 on door, if available.
FEBRUARYSAT U R DAY 1 F E B RUARY, 2 . 3 0 PMB E A C H O R I STE R FO R AN AF TE R N OO NCome for an afternoon of music fun! Learn some new music,
try on a cassock, play some games and sing Evensong with the
amazing choir in our historic Cathedral.
This free event is open to boys aged 7 – 9. No experience is needed,
just a love of singing and a willingness to join in with the fun! Parents
are warmly invited to stay with their sons, discover more about the
Choristers’ unique opportunities and
meet the team who take great care of
them at The Pilgrims’ School. Families
staying for Evensong are welcome to
afternoon tea in the Cathedral before
the service.
Booking is essential, please contact
The Pilgrims’ School, 01962 854189
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SAT U R DAY 1 F E B RUARY, 7. 3 0 PM CO N C E RT – HA M PS H I R E CO U N T Y YO U TH O RC H E STR AHampshire County Youth Orchestra join young string players from
Winchester Schools for Hampshire String Fest. Music will include the
world premiere of Winchester Tales by Jeff Moore.
SAT U R DAY 8 FE B RUARY, 2 .45PM – 6 . 3 0 PMG I R L C H O R I STE R S’ O PE N AF TE R N OO NCome for an afternoon of music fun! Learn some new music,
try on a cassock, play some games and sing Evensong with the
amazing choir in our historic Cathedral.
This free event is open to girls in Years 6 and 7. No experience is
needed, just a love of singing and a willingness to join in with the fun!
Booking is essential, please contact
01962 857 219 | [email protected]
MO N DAY 17 F E B RUARY, 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ETE A AT TH R E E Tea and fellowship, especially for the elderly or lonely. No booking
required – just pay £2.50 on the day for a cream tea. All welcome.
WE D N E S DAY 19 FE B RUARY, 1 0 .0 0A M – 3 .0 0 PM HALF -TE R M FA M I LY F U N Pick up a themed trail from the Entrance Desk and explore the
Cathedral, followed by craft activities. Free on entry to the
Cathedral – admission is free for under 16s. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
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T U E S DAY 25 F E B RUARY, 12 . 3 0 PM – 2 .0 0 PM OU T E R CLOS EPAN CAK E R AC EWinchester Cathedral Close provides the historical backdrop for
the annual Winchester Pancake Race. Many teams, including
clergy, the university, local schools and businesses will compete
for a trophy, awarded to the team that completes the course in
the fastest time. Enjoy pancakes and entertainment from 12.30pm
with racing from 1.00pm until 2.00pm.
Organised by Winchester Rotary in partnership with Winchester
Cathedral. All proceeds will be shared between Winchester
Cathedral and Winchester Rotary.
WE D N E S DAY 26 F E B RUARYAS H WE D N E S DAY Welcome to this special day at Winchester Cathedral, the first day
of Lent. On this day we receive forgiveness, let go of resentment
and fear and grow into new life and new love. Today in the Cathedral
you will find people who will pray with you. You can receive ashes
on your forehead informally (outside) or formally in the services at
8.00am and 5.30pm. May God bless you on this holy day.
SAT U R DAY 29 F E B RUARYBOYS’ C H O R AL AU D ITI O N SFor places in September 2020
If you would like to arrange an informal audition for your son and
find out more about the Choristers, please contact Ali Dugdale
01962 854 189 | [email protected]
Formal auditions will be held on Saturday 29 February for boys
currently in Year 3 and Year 4, who have previously met Mr Lumsden
for an informal audition and have been for a taster day at The
Pilgrims’ School. Please contact The Pilgrims’ School
01962 854 189 | [email protected]
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MARCHSAT U R DAY 7 M ARCHG I R L S’ C H O R AL AU D ITI O N SFormal auditions for girls in Year 7 who would like to join the
Cathedral Choir as Girl Choristers. Girls can audition from the age
of 11 and applications can be made at any time during the year.
For places in September 2020. To apply, please contact
01962 857 219 | [email protected]
SAT U R DAY 14 M ARCH , 7. 3 0 PM SO U THA M P TO N PH I LHAR M O N I C C H O I R Join Southampton Philharmonic Choir, Southampton University
Philharmonic Choir and the superlative Hanover Band for a
performance of Bach’s B Minor Mass. The Hanover Band is one
of Britain’s finest period instrument orchestras, comprising some of
the best period instrument specialists in the UK.
Tickets: £12, £18, £24, £29 and £34 (concessions available)
from the Cathedral Box Office. Call 01962 857 275, e-mail
[email protected] or visit
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
MO N DAY 1 6 M ARCH , 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ETE A AT TH R E E Tea and fellowship, especially for the elderly or lonely. No booking
required – just pay £2.50 on the day for a cream tea. All welcome.
T U E S DAY 24 M ARCH , 7.0 0 PM T H E QU I R E RU PE RT S H E LD R AK E : ‘ PI LG R I M AG E AN D SAC R E D PL AC E S’The author and biologist Dr Rupert Sheldrake will show how the
benefits of the ancient practices of pilgrimage and visiting sacred
places have been validated by science. After the lecture and
question-and-answer, there will be a book signing of Science and
Spiritual Practices, which explores many other ways to wellbeing.
Tickets £5 (£7 on door) available from the Cathedral Box Office.
Call 01962 857275, e-mail [email protected]
or visit www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
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SAT U R DAY 28 M ARCH , 7.0 0 PM WAYN F LE TE S I N G E R S’ 5 0TH AN N IVE R SARY GAL A CO N C E RTThis gala concert will contain works selected from those the
Waynflete Singers have performed over the past 50 years and will
be conducted by their three most recent music directors, Andrew
Lumsden, David Hill and Martin Neary. As a result of a successful
crowdfunding campaign, a new commission will be unveiled from
the composer and eminent baritone Roderick Williams OBE, who will
also be performing. Not to be missed!
Tickets: £49, £39, £27, £22, £15 on sale from 3 February
from the Cathedral Box Office. Call 01962 857275, e-mail
[email protected] or visit
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
WE D N E S DAY 1 8 M ARCH , 1 1 .0 0A M – 4 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R E TH E AN N U N CIATI O N : A PI LG R I M ’ S QU E STThe week before the Feast of the Annunciation, Lay Canon
Mark Byford leads a special study day to discover the meaning
of Luke’s gospel story, featuring the encounter between angel
Gabriel and Mary (Luke Ch 1 vs 26–38).
Come to hear why a painting hanging in the National Gallery,
on loan from Winchester College, first led Mark to embark on
a pilgrimage about the significance of the annunciation story;
and why, today, the feast day has lost its prominence; learn
about some of the greatest works of art, all inspired by the
short biblical passage. Mark will share the views of people he
has interviewed along the way, including senior clerics, world-
renowned theologians, art historians and artists.
Tickets for this three-part study day cost £18 (including
a buffet lunch) and will be available in advance from the
Cathedral Box Office 01962 857 275 and via the Cathedral
website from January.
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T U E S DAY 31 M ARCH , 7.0 0 PMTI M OTHY BAVI N OS B: ‘ J O U R N E Y I N TO CO M PASS I O N ’In Lent we follow Jesus on his way, responding to the needy and
downtrodden, and taking upon himself the burden of the cross.
Dom Timothy, monk of Alton Abbey, will offer his experience of
the ministry of intercession, in which we share in the needs and
burdens of others in prayer.
Free entry. Retiring collection
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T H U R S DAY 1 6 APR I L O NWAR DS J O I N TH E PI LG R I M S’ WAY As part of the Year of Pilgrimage, Canon Mark Byford will be walking
the 136-mile Pilgrims’ Way from Winchester to Canterbury during
the second half of the month, beginning on Thursday 16 April. More
details will follow in early February on how to follow his daily blog or
even join him in person along the way.
SU N DAY 5 – SU N DAY 12 APR I L H O LY WE E K Join us and experience the life-changing Holy Week journey
through celebration, sorrow and darkness to the overwhelming
light and joy of Easter. Please see pages 5–6 for Holy Week
and Easter services. For more information about Holy
Week at Winchester Cathedral, please visit
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/holy-week
T U E S DAY 7 APR I L , 7.0 0 PMRU TH VALE R I O : ‘ SAYI N G YE S TO L I F E ’Dr Ruth Valerio opens up the themes in her latest book,
the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Lent book, looking at light,
water, land, the seasons, other creatures, humankind,
Sabbath rest and resurrection hope and relating them to matters
of environmental, ethical and social
concern. Through it all is an
exploration of what it means to be
human and, in particular, to be a
follower of Jesus today. Free entry.
Retiring collection.
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MO N DAY 20 APR I L , 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ETE A AT TH R E E Tea and fellowship, especially for the elderly or lonely. No booking
required – just pay £2.50 on the day for a cream tea. All welcome.
WE D N E S DAY 22 APR I L – E AR LY S E P T E M B E R N O RT H PR E S BY T E RY AIS L EE XH I B ITI O N : G I LB E RT WH ITE 1 7 20 – 1 7932020 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of parson-naturalist
Gilbert White, who was an inspiration to Charles Darwin and is
known as the ‘father of ecology’. This exhibition introduces White’s
science, writing, gardening and even Timothy his tortoise!
MAYF R I DAY 8 M AYVE DAY 75TH AN N IVE R SARY CO M M E M O R ATI O N S
3.00pm – ‘Battle’s O’er’
A piper will play Battle’s
O’er outside the West End
of Winchester Cathedral as
part of the national VE Day
commemorations.
7.00pm – ‘Ringing out
for Peace’
The Cathedral bell-ringers will
join bell-ringers across the
country to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day, as the bells
ring out in a collective celebration of peace.
F R I DAY 15 M AY, 7. 3 0 PMB I G S LE E P O U TJoin Trinity Winchester for the Big Sleep Out, an eye opening night
sleeping in the grounds of Winchester Cathedral. Enjoy an evening of
acoustic entertainment, build yourself a cardboard shelter to sleep
in, and raise money and awareness to reduce homelessness.
Visit www.trinitywinchester.org.uk/bigsleepout to find out
how you can get involved.
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SAT U R DAY 1 6 M AY, 7. 3 0 PMWI N C H E STE R AN D CO U N T Y M U S I C F E STIVAL 99 TH CO N C E RT Conductor: John Sutton
Choirs: Compton and Shawford Festival Choir, Itchen Valley Choir,
Sarisbury Choral Society, Winchester City Festival Choir
Orchestra: Festival Orchestra
Join the Winchester and County Music Festival for their 99th
concert, with a rousing performance of Verdi’s Requiem.
Tickets: £32, £24, £18 and £12 (half price for those in full
time education) available through WCMF choirs or
from Winchester Cathedral Box Office. Call 01962 857275,
email [email protected] or visit
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
MO N DAY 1 8 M AY, 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R ETE A AT TH R E E Tea and fellowship, especially for the elderly or lonely. No booking
required – just pay £2.50 on the day for a cream tea. All welcome.
WE D N E S DAY 27 M AYHALF -TE R M FA M I LY F U NPick up a themed trail from the Entrance Desk and explore
the Cathedral, followed by craft activities. Free on entry to the
Cathedral – admission is free for under 16s. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
SAT U R DAY 3 0 M AY, 1 .0 0 PMWE ST F RO N TPE N TE COSTAL PI LG R I M AG E TO RO M S E Y Join Canon Roland Riem on a 11-mile cycling pilgrimage to Romsey
Abbey where, at 4.00pm, Cathedral Arts Consultant Sophie Hacker
will interpret her recently installed window to commemorate the
birth of Florence Nightingale, 200 years ago in May. Explore the
Abbey and join Evening Prayer at 5.30pm.
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JUNEF R I DAY 5 J U N E – SU N DAY 7 J U N E 1 0 .0 0A M – 4 .0 0 PMSTO N E F E STIVAL The Stone Festival returns to Winchester Cathedral, with an
exciting programme of events and activities celebrating the art
of stone masonry. Masons from across the country will gather
within the Inner Close of the Cathedral and carve sculptures of
their own design to be auctioned on Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm.
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the masons, have a
go at carving and learn more about this ancient art.
Free admission – all welcome!
T U E S DAY 9 J U N E , 7.0 0 PMWE SS E X CE N T R EKI M B E R LE Y JA M E S: ‘ G I LB E RT WH ITE : TH E O U TDOO R NATU R ALI ST ’ On the 300th anniversary of Gilbert White's birth, Kimberley
James, Collections Manager at Selborne House, takes a look
into the life of this pioneering naturalist, ecologist, writer and
clergyman, from a small Hampshire village, who changed the
way we look at the natural world.
Tickets £5 or £7 on door, if available.
WE D N E S DAY 1 0 J U N E , 9. 3 0A M – 1 .0 0 PMM U S I C O U TR E AC H C E LE B R ATI O NA joyful culmination of Winchester Cathedral’s music outreach
programme, bringing together over 200 pupils from local schools
to celebrate in song. A free event – parents and guardians are
especially welcome.
SAT U R DAY 13 J U N E , 7. 3 0 PM BAS I N G STO K E C H O R AL SOCI E T Y CO N C E RT Duruflé: Requiem
Lauridsen: Lux Aeterna
Poulenc: Organ Concerto
Conductor: David Gibson
Tickets from £10 are available from the Cathedral Box O�ce.
Call 01962 857275, e-mail box.o�[email protected]
or visit www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
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SU N DAY 14 J U N E , 2 .0 0 PM AN D 3 .0 0 PM WE SS E X L E AR N I N G CE N T R EK E ITH B E T TO N : ‘ TH E PE R E G R I N E S I N WI N C H E STE R’Following last year’s hugely popular introduction
to the peregrine falcons
nesting on the Cathedral,
County Ornithologist Keith
Betton provides a progress
report on this year’s activity,
using footage recorded with
newly installed equipment.
A visit to the nesting site
follows each talk. All profits
to the Bespolka Trust.
Tickets £5 available from the Cathedral Box Office. Call
01962 857275, e-mail [email protected]
or visit www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk. Tickets will not be
available on the door.
F R I DAY 26 J U N ECATH E D R AL S AT N I G HT Come to be part of a nationwide initiative
encouraging people to experience the
significance and spirituality of these sacred
buildings, using music, lighting and special
activities. Children and young people are
especially welcome in the earlier evening.
SAT U R DAY 27 J U N E , 7. 3 0 PM WAYN F LE TE S I N G E R S: B E E TH OVE N ’ S M I SSA SO LE M N I SIn the 250th anniversary year of his birth, the Waynflete Singers will
perform Beethoven's last choral masterpiece in their own golden
anniversary year. Featuring the English Chamber Orchestra and a line-
up of top-flight soloists, plus the Hampshire Youth Choir, all under
the guidance of Andrew Lumsden, this will be a double anniversary
event of a very special nature.
Tickets: £42, £35, £27, £22, £15 on sale from 4 May from
the Cathedral Box Office. Call 01962 857275, e-mail
[email protected] or visit
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
DATES FOR YOUR DIARYT H U R S DAY 1 6 – SAT U R DAY 1 8 J U LYSO U TH E R N CATH E D R AL S’ F E STIVALThe choirs of Winchester, Salisbury and Chichester Cathedrals
combine for the Southern Cathedrals’ Festival, a celebration of
sacred choral and organ music performed to the very highest
standard. More information will be available from the Cathedral
website closer to the time.
SAT U R DAY 3 – SU N DAY 4 OC TO B E R G R E E N HA M PS H I R E HARVE ST WE E K E N D A fun-packed weekend celebrating Harvest and exploring the
environmental issues facing farmers, Hampshire and the country
as a whole. Sample local food and enjoy farm animals, falconry
displays and much more! Free admission. All welcome.
F ROM T H U R S DAY 19 N OVE M B E RC H R I STM AS M AR K E T AN D I C E R I N KExplore one of the best Christmas Markets in Europe and
skate on one of the top 10 Ice Rinks in the UK! Winchester
Cathedral Christmas Market will be open until 22 December,
with the Ice Rink open until 3 January 2021. Find out more:
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/christmas
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