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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 2d

Be a part of our annual Christmas Tree Festival 🎄

We are offering local schools and businesses the opportunity to decorate a tree based on the this year's theme, which will explore Christmas Around the World.

Find out more
chestercathedral.com/community/christmas-tree-festival

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 5d

Want to join the Chester Cathedral team? We are currently looking for a Verger/Floor Coordinator, Cleaner, and Fundraising Assistant.

Find out more about these roles and apply here: hire.jtgo.co.uk/ChesterCathe...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 6d

This October, Chester Cathedral is proud to be taking part in Chester’s Festival of the Bible, a city-wide coming together of Christian churches with Bibles to display.

As part of the Festival, we are putting on Translating the Sacred find out more here:
chestercathedral.com/news/transla...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 9d

The Chester Cathedral Community is delighted to learn that Dame Sarah Mullally is to be the next Archbishop of Canterbury.

Read our full statement here: chestercathedral.com/news/dame-sa...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 11d

Autumn is in the air with changing leaves and chillier days. Although summer may be behind us, Chester Cathedral has a lot to offer this October with a variety of exhibitions and events.

Read this month's blog for some of the reasons to visit this month 👇
chestercathedral.com/news/october...

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · 13d

All are welcome to join us at 5.30pm today, Monday 29 September, for the Cathedral Eucharist for Michael and All Saints. If you are unable to join us in the Cathedral this service will also be lived streamed on our official YouTube channel youtube.com/chestercathedralchoirandorgan

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 12

Small Sounds returns this Monday 15 September at 2pm. Join us for this free drop-in session of music and games for 0-5s and their grown-ups, every Monday during term time at 2pm.

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 10

We have received the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award for 2025! Chester Cathedral is voted top 10% 'things to do' worldwide. Thank you to our visitors for helping us achieve this award again this year.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 9

Join us this Thursday at 6.45pm to mark the 40th anniversary of the Faith in the City report.

Panellists Rob Wickham CEO of CUF, Bishop Tim Stevens former bishop of Leicester & Jenny Sinclair founder of Together for the Common Good

Book here ⬇️
chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 5

A prayer following the death of the Duchess of Kent.

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 5

We are excited to announce we have a new format for Sunday morning children's groups beginning on 7 September with the launch of Children's Church at Chester Cathedral.

Hear about the exciting new programme:
chestercathedral.com/news/launch-of-childrens-church-at-chester-cathedral

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Sep 2

Poetry and Conversations with Jay Hulme
📆 Friday 19 September at 6.30pm

Poet, speaker, and theologian Jay Hulme performs readings of his own poetry interspersed with opportunity for conversation throughout.

Book your free ticket here: chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 27

Only a few days left to catch Making Tracks 200 before their final departure on Saturday 30 August. In September we return to a month full of Assemble style events, concerts and community happenings.

Here’s everything taking place - including a few free events
chestercathedral.com/news/septemb...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 22

Chester Cathedral is delighted to announce our new Artist in Residence Kirushan Sivagnanam for 2025-2027.

Read more here:
chestercathedral.com/news/chester...

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 21

Only one week to go until the Battle of the Organs!

Cathedral organists will combine forces for a light-hearted, organ skirmish, jam-packed with musical variety and virtuosity.

All proceeds go towards the organ appeal.

🎟 Get your tickets here: chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 15

Today marks 80th anniversary of VJ Day. We will be observing two minutes of silence throughout the Cathedral as well as an act of remembrance with the Lord Mayor at the War Memorial at 12pm.

All are welcome to join us in person or online for Evensong where there will be special prayers for VJ Day.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 14

Chester Cathedral is an enthusiastic partner with the Diocese of Chester in the Speak Out Stay Safe campaign.

The message is a simple one and it reinforces our commitment to the Church of England’s five safeguarding standards.

Find out more and watch video here
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEIG...

Speak Out Stay Safe

YouTube video by Chester Cathedral

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 8

The first time displayed together - the Number & Date plates from Locomotion No.1, smokebox number from Mallard 60022 & Nameplate & Build plate from Flying Scotsman

📆 Friday 8 & Saturday 9 August

Find out more ⬇
chestercathedral.com/news/famous-nameplates-to-be-displayed-during-making-tracks-200

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 5

Come along this Saturday for a Vintage Sale organised by our 'Giving in Faith' group, open 10am-4pm.

The sale will include coats, dresses, shoes, jewellery and more. All money raised will be split between a church in north India, Honiara Cathedral and the Cathedral's Education Department.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 1

It's International Beer Day! Did you know Café 1092 has its own beer available in the café and during events?! Ten Ninety Choo Choo IPA design was inspired by Making Tracks & our stained glass windows. Pete Waterman was kind enough to model with a can when it was created last year.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Aug 1

It's International Beer Day! Did you know Café 1092 has its own beer available in the café and during events?! Ten Ninety Choo Choo IPA design was inspired by Making Tracks & our stained glass windows. Pete Waterman was kind enough to model with a can when it was created last year.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Jul 31

We are already one week into Making Tracks 200 but don't worry you still have all of August to catch Pete Waterman and the Railnuts along with Llangollen Railway, a family Summer Rail Trail, & much more.

Find out everything happening in August here
chestercathedral.com/news/august-...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Jul 30

If you are visiting Making Tracks this week make sure to check out our pop up café in the South Transept featuring Baking Tracks Pizzas!

Take a seat and watch the trains while enjoying a delicious fresh pizza (which comes with a soft drink or hot drink of your choice.

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Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Jul 9

Our fantastic organists preparing for another Battle of the Organs on Thursday 28 August at 6.45pm

You won’t want to miss this incredible evening of light-hearted fun as we raise money for the organ appeal to repair & maintain our magnificent organ
🎟️ chestercathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...

Chester Cathedral @chestercathedral.bsky.social · Jul 4

We’re exceptionally grateful to the #CathedralMusicTrust and Edington Festival Award for supporting many elements of music across our Cathedral.

Full story: chestercathedral.com/news/trust-i...

Trust invests in cathedral music

chestercathedral.com

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