What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

From 08/01/2026 – 01/10/2026
11:00 am

Onwards & Upwards Tours

Explore Exeter Cathedral at ground level to discover its finest medieval features before heading upwards into its fascinating roof space.
From 07/03/2026 – 23/10/2026
11:15 am

Roof Tours

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.
28/04/2026
2:00 pm

Art of the Book: Illustration in Early Printed Books

Study beautiful treasures in the collections of Exeter Cathedral Library & Archives to discover how illustrations were produced from woodcuts to lithographs and explore how text and image come together to convey meaning.
30/04/2026
7:30 pm

The Music Of Westlife by Candlelight

The Music of Westlife by Candlelight is coming to Exeter Cathedral!
01/05/2026
7:30 pm

Motown By Candlelight

Motown by Candlelight is coming to Exeter Cathedral and is guaranteed to have you dancing in the street.
01/05/2026
6:00 pm

Craft Workshop at Exeter Cathedral Café

We are delighted to be hosting alongside Bunyip Craft a series of craft workshops inside the inspiring space of Exeter Cathedral Café.
02/05/2026
7:30 pm

The Music of ABBA By Candlelight

Join us for an incredible night of ABBA anthems, performed live at the beautiful Exeter Cathedral, by candlelight.
07/05/2026
6:00 pm

In the Library With Gerard’s Herball

Continuing our series, ‘In the Library with …’, join the Cathedral Librarian for a unique opportunity to experience John Gerard’s magnificent Herball or Generall Historie of Plantes.
09/05/2026
9:00 am

Exeter Cathedral Abseil

A group of brave individuals will be abseiling down the 140-foot (43 metres) Norman North Tower of Exeter Cathedral to raise funds for the continued conservation of this wonderful historic building.
09/05/2026
11:00 am

Exeter Independent Market

Discover the best of Exeter and the South West at the Exeter Independent Market on Cathedral Green.
10/05/2026
6:16 pm

In Conversation with Dr. Alison Perham: Is it helpful to talk about Dying?

We will be joined by Dr Alison Perham for our May ‘In Conversation with’ event. Alison will be discussing the question: Is it helpful to talk about dying?
11/05/2026
1:30 pm

Lunchtime Recital with Gresley Male Voice Choir

Enjoy a delightful lunchtime recital with Gresley Male Voice Choir