A day exploring what Christian discipleship, church and Christian doctrine have to say about social and environmental justice today.

This conference explored the following topics:

• Social Justice in the Public Sphere
• Environmental Justice
•  Prayer, Spirituality and Mission
• Health and Social care

Turn up for a cuppa and a biscuit followed by some sociable singing to put a smile on your face, led by Jon Williams.  ALL welcome – rusty singers included!

If you are drawn to silent prayer, join our Julian Prayer Meetings (named after Julian of Norwich). The meetings are for people of all denominations, faiths or none who wish to join with others in the practice of silent prayer, resting in the present moment.

Join us on a guided tour, offering an introduction to the history and range of stained glass found at the Cathedral, from medieval to modern, with a focus on our windows depicting the Nativity story at this special time of year.

Only £5 per person, plus admission charge.

This series of five talks takes you into the heavenly realm of angels to explore what they are and how their message of “Peace and Goodwill to all” still resonates as powerfully today as it did when given to shepherds on a hill side centuries ago.

This is a free event, but booking is essential if attending in person.

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Joiner Christmas Lunch - £29 per person

• Tuesday the 19 December

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• Saturday 2 December (discounted from £45!)
• Sunday 10 December
• Thursday 14 December
• Sunday 17 December

Enjoy this depiction of the nativity scene with Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus, and the animals.

A series of videos by our clergy, which will include short reflections on angels in stone, glass and music.

These are available on our YouTube channel.

This beautiful service at the beginning of the season of Advent brings together music, readings, and the lighting of candles.

Please note, no evensong/evening prayer this day.

Join us for a delightful evening of carols and festive cheer!

Get ready to sing your heart out as we celebrate the joyous holiday season together. The Princess of Wales's Royal Regimental Band will play festive carols, supported by two fantastic school choirs from Wickhambreaux CE Primary School and Spring Grove School.

Tickets are free, but booking is essential.

This short service for children and families is a joyful celebration of the story of St Nicholas and a chance to find out more about the original Santa Claus!

Free to attend, and everyone is welcome.

Please note, no evensong/evening prayer this day.

Join us at a new seasonal service featuring popular songs, carols and readings that capture the peace and joy of Christmas.

Please note, no evensong/evening prayer this day.

Sing a selection of the finest carols with Canterbury Choral Society and the Festival Brass Ensemble.

This event is organised, managed and delivered by Canterbury Choral Society.

A popular festive service with readings and carols to support Demelza, the local children’s hospice care charity, and celebrate their 25th anniversary.

Access is via pre-purchased tickets, which are available from the Demelza website.

This event is organised and managed by Demelza.

Everyone is welcome to attend our Friendly traditional service in the Nave. Hear the Cathedral bells ring out to greet you as you arrive!

A joyful and informal service for children and families which tells the story of the birth of Jesus, with music from the Cathedral Choral Scholars and the singing of traditional Christmas Carols. The service lasts around 45 minutes.

Everyone is welcome, and the service is free to attend.

A major highlight of the Cathedral’s year, our Carol Services feature music by our world-famous Cathedral Choir, and readings to tell the story of the birth of Christ. This is the first of two carol services.

Please note, there will be no evensong or said prayer on this day.

A major highlight of the Cathedral’s year, our Carol Services feature music by our world-famous Cathedral Choir, and readings to tell the story of the birth of Christ. This is the second of two carol services.

Please note, there will be no evensong or said prayer on this day.

This traditional night-time communion service ends at midnight, marking the dawn of Christmas Day and celebrating the joy of when the Angels appeared to the shepherds.

A celebration of the birth of Christ led by the Most Reverend Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, with the clergy and choir of Canterbury Cathedral.

Everyone is welcome, and the service is free to attend.

Our standard 08:00 Holy Communion and 09:15 Said Matins will also take place on Christmas Day.

With a beautiful arrangement of carols and readings, this Evensong is set to be an exceptional moment in your day.

Hear once again the story of Christmas and experience the peace and goodwill which the angels announced in this act of worship which lasts for 45 minutes.

853 years after his death, we recall the story of Archbishop Thomas Becket reflecting on martyrdom then and now.

Preacher: Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford

Featuring the Cathedral’s resident organists and guests, this series of recitals are free of charge and un-ticketed, with a retiring collection.

All recitals start at 18:15 in the Cathedral Quire.

A beautiful carol service to celebrate the Feast of Epiphany.

The music and readings reflect on the three signs of Christ’s 'Epiphany' (his manifestation to the world): the visit of the wise men, the Baptism of Christ, and the transformation of water into wine at the wedding at Cana. The service lasts about 50 minutes.

Everyone is welcome, and the service is free to attend.

Thomas Goodall, Head Gardener, and his colleagues will talk about the varied gardens of The Precincts, both private and public.

Expect some of the UK's best 90s DJs playing all your favourite pop / commercial / dance / party positive vibes for a feel good experience in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of Canterbury Cathedral.

This is strictly a 18+ event.

Melanie Gibson-Barton returns by popular demand to tell us all about the murder, madness, and mayhem that makes up the history of the Belgian royal family.

In this illustrated talk, Cressida Williams, Archives and Library Manager, and Ariane Langreder, Conservator, will introduce the many and varied textiles held in our Cathedral’s collection.

Join us on a guided tour, offering an introduction to the history and range of stained glass found at the Cathedral, from medieval to modern.

Only £5 per person, plus admission charge.

Mozart’s final composition has held its place among the great works of Classical music, and carries a deep intensity for audience and performers alike. The renowned Hanover Band will join us in also playing Mozart’s Symphony 39, the first of his final three greatest symphonies. Durante’s Magnificat, formerly attributed to Pergolesi, is a short masterpiece of the high Italian Renaissance. Come and be uplifted!

This event is organised, managed and delivered by Canterbury Choral Society.

Escape an English March and the Roman crowds and journey through the development of Christianity in Rome in the first millennium AD, on the way enjoying some real gems of Christian heritage.

In this celebration of Gavin Bryars’ 80th birthday, experience his seminal minimalist orchestral work performed in the atmospheric surroundings of the Cathedral.

The Flower of Friendship
The Sinking of the Titanic
Jesus’ Blood Never Failed Me Yet

Enjoy a fascinating day exploring gardens and garden history at Canterbury Cathedral. The day includes a talk by members of the Cathedral’s gardening team, a chance to see items from the wonderful Archives and Library collections, a hot two-course lunch at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, a tour of some of the gardens themselves, and afternoon tea.

Price £62 per person (10% discount for Friends of Canterbury Cathedral).

Not local? Why not stay overnight at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge and receive 10% off your stay!

Come and celebrate as Richard Cooke marks his 40th anniversary as Music Director of Canterbury Choral Society, with the CCS Youth Choir and an ambitious programme of rarely-performed but outstanding works from the 20th century.

They'll be joined by the London Mozart Players and a team of fine soloists in a programme of music in which to revel and dream on a June evening.

This event is organised, managed and delivered by Canterbury Choral Society.