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Luxmuralis presents
Poppy Fields
Tues 23 – Sat 27 September
slots between 19:00-21:00
*TICKETS NOW ON SALE*
For five nights in September - in the year of the 80th anniversary of VE Day and VJ Day - Canterbury Cathedral will be illuminated with the immersive sound and light installation Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis, commemorating the First and Second World Wars.
Images: Luxmuralis's Poppy Fields at Chester and Winchester Cathedral © Luxmuralis
September-December 2025
NEW What's On Guide
Discover the immersive sound and light show Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis, Half term fun, the return of the Historic Christmas Market, plus a preview of Advent and Christmas and much, much more!
Pick up a printed copy of our What's On Guide from our Visitor Centre.
Market image: Canterbury BID / Alex Hare
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