What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

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From 08/01/2026 – 31/12/2027
11:00 am

Onwards & Upwards Tour

Explore Exeter Cathedral at ground level to discover its finest medieval features before heading upwards into its fascinating roof space.
From 07/03/2026 – 31/12/2027
11:15 am

Roof Tour

Join a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour and visit the Cathedral’s roof voice, wander high above the nave, visit the Lead Room and Ringing Chamber and enjoy the best views of Exeter and beyond from the North Tower.
From 13/05/2026 – 14/10/2026
10:30 am

Bishop’s Garden & Cathedral Tour

Learn about the Palace itself – the oldest inhabited building in the city and still the private home of the Bishop of Exeter, whilst discovering how the garden has been adapted and used over centuries.
From 29/05/2026 – 29/09/2026
11:30 am

Stones & Bones Tour

Delve into the history of the Cathedral Green and explore the surrounds of Exeter Cathedral by tracing their history from Roman time to present day.
From 27/07/2026 – 27/09/2026
12:00 am

Half Price Sundays

Come and discover one thousand years of history for half the price. Enjoy 50% off entry into Exeter Cathedral every Sunday this summer.
From 11/09/2026 – 19/09/2026
10:00 am

Medieval Mysteries: The Story of Exeter Cathedral’s Votives

A free tour to discover what votives are, why they were used, and see a real life votive inside our Treasures Exhibition.
From 11/09/2026 – 20/09/2026
12:00 am

Free Entry: Treasures Exhibition – Heritage Open Days

Throughout 11-20 September, enjoy free access to the Treasures Exhibition and see the oldest book of English literature in the world.
16/09/2026
1:00 pm

Library & Archives: Looking at Letters (Free Drop-In Event)

Discover the everyday stories hidden within letters from the Cathedral’s Archives during this free drop-in event.
17/09/2026
7:30 pm

The Music of Oasis by Candlelight

The Music Of Oasis By Candlelight is finally here and guaranteed to be ELECTRIC
18/09/2026
7:30 pm

A Night at the Opera

Featuring four soloists, each singing solo arias as well as duets, trios and quartets, accompanied by a live orchestra, this programme takes you on a journey through some of opera’s greatest showstoppers.
22/09/2026
1:00 pm

Library & Archives In Focus – The West Front

Come along to this pop-up exhibition to explore some of the stories behind these time-worn carvings of kings, saints, angels and more.
From 23/09/2026 – 26/09/2026
7:30 pm

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Cathedral Players are back with a most enjoyable evening featuring outrageous French accents, plenty of laughs and a touch of the ridiculous!