Delve into the intrigue, drama, and Yorkshire legacy of the turbulent Tudors with a series of fascinating talks headlining Tudor Month at Ripon Cathedral. Other highlights include special Tudor tours, an Adult Workshop and a display of photos of the cathedral’s 18 Tudor portraits.

Ripon Cathedral will host a major Rural Housing Conference on Friday 12 June 2026, bringing together farmers, landowners, planners, housing associations, policymakers and community organisations to explore how rural communities can remain living and thriving places for future generations.
The conference is themed:
‘Needs • Delivering Vision • Overcoming Barriers’

Sunday was a day of celebration which saw the installation of the new Mayor of Ripon, Cllr Andrew Williams.
Cllr Williams was placed in the stall assigned to the mayor in the cathedral’s Medieval quire by Dean John, as we asked for God’s blessing on our council and the city.
We were delighted that members of 21 Engineer Regiment joined us for this civic service.

Step back into the world of the Tudors this June at Ripon Cathedral, as Tudor Month brings together a rich programme of talks, music, history and family activities inspired by one of England’s most fascinating eras. Highlights include lectures from leading historians, opportunities to discover the cathedral’s own historic connections, and activities designed to bring the Tudor world vividly to life for all ages.