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Posted: Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Leicester Cathedral Revealed nears completion
Work is progressing on the final stages of building work for Leicester Cathedral's restoration project, Leicester Cathedral Revealed, with Cathedral Gardens temporarily re-opening for Light Up Leicester....
Posted: Wed, 5 Mar 2025
Covid-19 National Day of Reflection
Sunday 9 March 2025 is the Day of Reflection across the UK for the Covid-19 pandemic, marking five years since the pandemic began as we continue to remember those affected. Prayers will be said at our...
Posted: Wed, 19 Feb 2025
Wonder at Mars this spring
Following The Museum of the Moon and Gaia, wonder at the Red Planet as Luke Jerram's spectacular seven metre sculpture of Mars comes to Leicester Cathedral for the first time.
Posted: Sat, 1 Feb 2025
Marking the 10th Anniversary of King Richard III’s Reinterment
We're delighted to announce a series of commemorative events over three weeks in March to mark the tenth anniversary of the reinterment of King Richard III reinterment in the Cathedral.
Posted: Thu, 16 Jan 2025
Spectacular artworks and events to light up Leicester in March
Over four nights, from 12-15 March, a spectacular mix of large-scale projection, mesmerising light and sound installations plus amazing interactive performances by local, national and international artists...
Posted: Mon, 6 Jan 2025
Leicester Comedy Festival at the Cathedral
There is comedy for everyone in February as the Leicester Comedy Festival returns for a celebration of laughter, creativity, and community! For the first time, Leicester Cathedral will host three separate...
Posted: Mon, 23 Dec 2024
New Year Opening Times
Our visiting hours are slightly reduced over the Christmas holiday, with some changes in service times. Click here to find out more/
Posted: Mon, 23 Dec 2024
Services for People experiencing homelessness over Christmas and New Year
A programme of extra support and activities has been coordinated by Leicester's Homelessness Charter, which brings together a range of local organisations working to tackle homelessness in the city.
Posted: Tue, 19 Nov 2024
National Lottery 30th anniversary
To celebrate its 30th birthday, National Lottery Good Causes has teamed up with Stepping Through Film to recreate 30 Game Changing Moments that have been made possible thanks to National Lottery funding....
Posted: Mon, 18 Nov 2024
Advent and Christmas at Leicester Cathedral
From carol services and concerts, to Christingles and comedy, here at Leicester Cathedral we are offering a varied season to help you celebrate Christmas with your friends and loved ones – and to...









