Summer
April 2025
Inspired by William Morris: A Celebration of Stained Glass
From 23 April to 31 July, Ripon Cathedral will host a stunning exhibition of stained glass, created by members of the British Society of Master Glass Painters (BSMGP). Founded in 1921, the BSMGP is the UK’s leading organisation dedicated to the art and craft of stained glass. It brings together artists, historians, and conservators to […]
July 2025
Threads through the Cross Exhibition
This summer, Ripon Cathedral presents Threads through the Cross, the powerful third part of a unique textile trilogy, running from July 3 to August 4. This striking exhibition begins with the birth of Jesus and takes visitors on a visual journey through key moments in his life, including the cross, resurrection, and Pentecost. ‘Threads through […]
Concerts by Candlelight present Coldplay
Calling all Coldplay fans… you’ve been waiting for Something Just Like This! The Music Of Coldplay By Candlelight is coming to Ripon Cathedral! Featuring a spectacular cast of world class vocalists and an epic live band, prepare for total Paradise, as you experience Coldplay’s biggest hits, like never before This incredible concert will take you […]
Ryedale Festival: Orchestra of Opera North
Ryedale Festival is coming to Ripon Cathedral with a programme that includes includes Elgar’s Enigma Variations. The festival welcomes outstanding performers from all over the world to perform a wide-ranging and distinctive programme in the many spectacular venues in and around Ryedale. Timothy Ridout, violaTom Fetherstonehaugh, conductor Vaughan Williams – Overture: The WaspsBliss (orch. Philip […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
Early Closure of the Cathedral
Please note that the cathedral will be closing at 4pm today due to the set up of the Princess Proms concert. There are two sittings for the event which is organised by Enchanted Voices. First Session at 4.30pm tickets here Second Session at 6.45pm tickets here.
The Princess Proms (First Session)
Calling all Princesses & Princes for a magical concert, singing the enchanting songs of Frozen, Moana, The Little Mermaid, Wicked & more. Entry from: 16:00 Start time: 16:40 End time: 17:45 The advised age limit for this event is 3+. Under-2’s do not require a seat if sat on a parent or guardian’s lap throughout […]
The Princess Proms (Second Session)
Calling all Princesses & Princes for a magical concert, singing the enchanting songs of Frozen, Moana, The Little Mermaid, Wicked & more. Entry from: 18:15 Start time: 18:45 End time: 20:00 The advised age limit for this event is 3+. Under-2’s do not require a seat if sat on a parent or guardian’s lap throughout […]
August 2025
London School Symphony Orchestra
London’s youth orchestra head to Yorkshire on their summer tour to perform an inspiring programme of music. Moving from places physical to places imagined, Sibelius’s powerful homage to his homeland ‘Finlandia’ precedes Lyadov’s impressionist fairytale symphonic poem ‘The Enchanted Lake’. The centre piece, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 has left many young musicians with a profound […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
The Music of U2 By Candlelight comes to Ripon Cathedral!
Calling all U2 super fans… we’ve found exactly what you’re looking for! The Music Of U2 By Candlelight is finally here and it’s guaranteed to be an Unforgettable Fire! Featuring a spectacular cast of world-class vocalists and epic live band, this concert might be Even Better Than The Real Thing! Prepare for a City Of […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
Summer Activities for Children and Families
Join us at the cathedral on Tuesday mornings 10.30am-12pm during the school summer holidays for some fun activities with the overall theme: “Seas and Trees”. 22nd July Seas of Creation | Fishy mosaics 29th July Creative Crosses | Embellish & embroider 5th August Sea of Galilee | Junk model stormy seas 12th August Tree of […]
Ripon International Festival: Orchestra of Opera North
Conductor: Janusz Piotrowicz Wagner: Overture to TannhäuserGrieg: Peer Gynt Suites 1 & 2Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” Wagner’s overture is a musical artwork entire in itself: shimmering, mystical, it rises to a thrilling climax. Grieg’s exquisite incidental music opens with the wondrous ‘Morning’ and follows with the Death of Aase, Anitra’s Dance, […]
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