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On Friday 8 March 2024, we marked International Women's Day by shining a light on some of the many inspiring women who work at our Cathedral; giving an insight into what they do everyday to share, protect and shape Canterbury Cathedral.

Image: Canterbury Cathedral Volunteers

On 28 January during Evensong, we will celebrate the 10th anniversary of girl choristers in the Cathedral Choir, with the world premiere of a new anthem by distinguished composer, and former Canterbury chorister, Gabriel Jackson. 

Our girl choristers feature alongside The Harmonious Society of Tickle-Fiddle Gentlemen and a lineup of outstanding professional soloists on a highly-praised new album of previously unrecorded music by Johann Christoph Pepusch. 

We are delighted to announce that a new College of Honorary Canons of Canterbury Cathedral has been named. The College of Canons is made up of lay and ordained people from across our diocese who serve in a variety of roles and are recognised for the distinct contribution they make.

In a momentous occasion, Canterbury Cathedral played host to the proud graduation of fourteen talented students from the Cathedrals’ Workshop Fellowship (CWF). This memorable event took place last week and marked the culmination of their dedication and hard work over the past two years. These individuals, enrolled in the CWF's Foundation degree in Applied Historic Building Conservation and Repair, completed their transformative journey amidst the resplendent surroundings of Canterbury Cathedral.

The Dean and Chapter of Canterbury Cathedral are delighted to announce the appointment of Revd Wendy Dalrymple as the new Precentor, Residentiary Canon Designate and Head of Worship and Events.

We are delighted to announce that much of Canterbury Cathedral's art collection is now free for all to enjoy online with Art UK.

In an exciting pup-date, from Saturday 1^st July to Thursday 31^st August 2023, visitors with dogs will be able to bring their well-behaved four-legged friends into all parts of the Cathedral building.

Our governing Chapter have agreed changes to improve access to the Cathedral Precincts.

According to the ALVA figures, Canterbury Cathedral is the fourth most-visited cathedral in the UK and one of the Top 10 most-visited ALVA sites in the South East.

From September 2023, membership of our Boys’ Choir will be open to children from any school, mirroring the pattern we have established with our Girls’ Choir; the Boys' and Girls' Choirs will each sing at three services per week. 

The Archbishop of Canterbury, The Most Revd Justin Welby, has conferred upon The Very Revd Dr Robert Willis the title of Dean Emeritus of Canterbury, in recognition of his lifetime of ministry.