Featured Events
November 2025
Law & Disorder Live
Law & Disorder Live: Is Trial by Jury Dead? Featuring the hosts of the Law & Disorder podcast: Sir Nicholas Mostyn · Lord Charlie Falconer · Baroness Helena Kennedy Three of Britain’s sharpest legal minds bring their hit podcast to Ripon Cathedral for a no-holds-barred debate on one of criminal justice’s biggest questions. Trial by jury has […]
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 […]
A Diocesan Farewell to Bishop Nick Last Few Tickets
On November 23 we will be holding a special Diocesan Farewell to the Rt Rev Nick Baines – the first Bishop of Leeds – on his retirement. The service at 3.30pm will be attended by a host of VIPs, civic dignitaries and leaders from various faiths from across this vast diocese, as we come together […]
Henshaws Charity Festive Showcase
Join us for a magical winter evening filled with music and celebration while supporting Henshaws, a charity that empowers people living with sight loss and other disabilities across the North of England. The Festive Showcase promises a heart-warming programme of performances to lift your spirits and spread festive joy. During the interval, indulge in festive […]
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
Christmas Carol Concert – Ripon Cathedral Choir & St Cecilia Orchestra
Following the sell out event in 2023 and 2024, the wonderful Ripon Cathedral Choir will sing alongside the renowned St Cecilia Orchestra for a spectacular Christmas concert. Led by the Director of Music, Ronny Krippner, this seasonal concert will celebrate Ripon’s musical excellence at this joyful time of the year. The first part of the […]
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols Sold Out
The cathedral’s celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. A second festival takes place on Christmas Eve and will be live-streamed. Details here. Tickets Please note that as per 2024, this will be […]
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.
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve Last Few Tickets
The cathedral’s celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. You can watch the streamed Christmas Eve service via the cathedral YouTube channel. Tickets Please note that as per 2024, this will be a […]
Watchnight Service
The annual Watchnight Service in the cathedral will commence at 11.15pm on New Year’s Eve, with the blessing of the city taking place from the cathedral. Everyone is most welcome to join us.
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