Following the sad news from Buckingham Palace - this event will be continue to go ahead, though the free family workshops will not be taking place.
Explore the history of Portsmouth Cathedral, with free guided tours and hands on activities for the whole family!
Free
Family workshops no longer taking place, tours will still go-ahead, booking advised.
Schedule & Booking
Saturday 10 September
Paper Umbrella Workshop - 10:00am-15:00pm
Organ Tour - 11:00am & 15:00pm
Monday 12 September
Cathedral Tour - 14:00pm
Tuesday 13 September
Cathedral Tour - 14:00pm
Wednesday 14 September
Cathedral Tour - 14:00pm
Thursday 15 September
Cathedral Tour - 14:00pm
Come and learn about the astounding inventions that can be found within Portsmouth Cathedral. Learn more about inventions like our Nicholson Organ, to the fascinating story of Jonas Hanaway, his links to the Cathedral and his popularisation the handy umbrella!
Enjoy a free activity day on Saturday 10 September, and create your very own paper umbrella to hang in the Cathedral. You can also join one of our free guided tours, taking you even further into the heart of Portsmouth Cathedral - not normally accessible to the public!
Set at the historic heart of the city, Portsmouth Cathedral has been a part of its story for over 800 years, we invite you to come and uncover our connections with the City, the Royal Navy and the seafaring community.
As a group, we read and discuss the forthcoming Sunday Bible readings, making connections between scripture, faith and life.
We are thrilled to announce that tickets are now available for the much-anticipated Grand Georgian Christmas concert, presented by Gabrieli and ROAR.
Experience the beauty of Advent in an atmospheric service as Portsmouth Cathedral moves from darkness to light, symbolising the world’s journey from despair to hope.
We invite you to put aside material preparations for Christmas and explore in different ways, poems relevant to our theme.
Join us for the candlelit service of Compline, a time for quiet reflection at the end of the day.
As a group, we read and discuss the forthcoming Sunday Bible readings, making connections between scripture, faith and life.
Join us for a special Friends of Portsmouth Cathedral talk with author and musician Andrew Gant as he discusses his latest book, Deck the Hall.
Come and sing traditional Christmas carols with family and friends outside the Cathedral, joyfully accompanied by the festive sounds of the PGS Brass Band, filling the air with warmth and Christmas cheer.
Catch up with friends and meet new people, as our fantastic volunteers serve up a hot meal, pudding, and hot drink after.
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