Arts
September 2025
Ripon Cathedral Artist in Residence
Ripon Cathedral is delighted to welcome award-winning artist Lewis Hazelwood-Horner as Artist in Residence this September. Known for his bold oil paintings and his ability to capture both landscape and industry, Lewis is inspired by Yorkshire’s people and places – and will be creating new work right here in the cathedral. Launch Evening – Tuesday […]
Fun Historical Cathedral Trail
Part of Heritage Open Days Join us for a free family-friendly trail around some of the treasures of Ripon Cathedral. Explore over 1,350 years of history, from the ancient Crypt and the famous Ripon Jewel to the Great East Window and the quirky carvings of mermaids, dragons and owls. There’s plenty to discover and enjoy […]
Children’s Church for 0-6 year olds
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 for 7-11 year olds
Mighty Trees is our new Sunday morning Children’s Church group aimed at 7-11 year olds. Join us for lively worship including games, stories and activities, all based on the theme of the day. Drop off from 10.15am at the Chapel of the Resurrection. Starting on Sunday 7 September and continuing during term-time only. To register […]
Book Launch – Psalmody by Toddy Hoare
Ripon Cathedral is delighted to host the launch of Psalmody, a new collection by Toddy Hoare. Toddy is a retired rural parish priest who first trained as a sculptor and has continued to use the visual arts throughout his ministry and beyond. His creative approach has always sought to open up scripture and invite deeper […]
October 2025
Poetry Reading in the Cathedral
Ripon Cathedral is delighted to host the opening event of this year’s Ripon Poetry Festival on National Poetry Day. Local poets will gather in the cathedral to share their work from This Here, This Now – An Anthology of Ripon Poets 2025. This special event celebrates the rich creative spirit of our community, bringing together […]
Henri Nouwen Discussion Evening
Following the warmly received one-man performance The Beloved Son by Andrew Harrison, we invite you to an evening of reflection and conversation on the life and thought of Henri Nouwen. After refreshments, Rod and Jan Allom-Smith will introduce Nouwen’s book Reaching Out, offering context and a summary of its main themes. The evening will provide […]
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