Family
November 2025
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Christmas Food & Gift Fair
Come along to explore over 100 superb stalls with a lovely selection of Christmas gifts, food and drink in the stunning setting of Ripon Cathedral. Indulge in festive fare, including turkey sandwiches, mulled wine and delicious cakes, while being serenaded by seasonal song. With family activities, a Christmas prize draw and more, there is something […]
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Narnia Activity Morning
Step through the wardrobe and into Narnia! Join us for a magical Narnian-themed activity morning where children can make their very own pan pipes and an Aslan mask. As part of the adventure, the children will step through the quire doors (our wardrobe entrance) and meet Canon Matthew as Mr Tumnus, who will tell them […]
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Advent Carol Service and Procession
Join us for a beautiful candlelit service as we begin the preparation for Christmas with the choir enveloping the congregation with glorious music.
December 2025
Sung Eucharist and Toy Service
Our main Sunday Eucharist, when we share the body and blood of Christ in bread and wine. On this Sunday, the nearest St Nicholas Day, we invite people to bring unwrapped gifts suitable for those under 18. They will be passed to the Salvation Army to give to those families who may have little under […]
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
Follow the Star: A Christmas Trail in Ripon Cathedral
Come and experience the wonder of Christmas at Ripon Cathedral by following the stars on our festive Christmas Trail. Journey through the Cathedral’s familiar and much-loved spaces, discovering the joyful Christmas story and meeting the characters of the Nativity along the way. Come and join us! This Trail is free of charge.
Journey To Bethlehem
Enjoy the start of Christmas as we sing familiar carols and the children tell the story of Christ’s birth. Children are invited to dress up as characters of the nativity story (or anyone or anything that takes their fancy!) for a fun and adorable service for youngsters and their families.
Festal Eucharist – Christmas Day
Join us as we celebrate on this most special of days in the church calendar.
Sung Eucharist for St Stephen’s Day
Join us for a short eucharist celebrating St Stephen, followed by a pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey following in the footsteps of those who walked from Ripon and founded Fountains Abbey. Please Note: Fountains Abbey is owned and managed by the National Trust and you may need to provide either proof of membership or pay […]
St Stephen’s Day (Boxing Day) Pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey
Join us in a pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey following in the footsteps of those who walked from Ripon and founded Fountains Abbey, ending with a short service of carols with Stray Brass in the cellarium. Entry to Fountains Abbey is free to non NT members until 12noon on Boxing Day when the service starts.
January 2026
Children’s Church
Mustard Seeds is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 0-6 year olds and their parents/carers, or any primary school age children who enjoy worshipping through singing, storytelling and craft. Families gather in the Cathedral Library after the first hymn and re join the main service in time for communion. Starting on Sunday […]
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