What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

From 08/01/2026 – 26/03/2026
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 18/02/2026 – 22/03/2026
11:45 am

Lent Course: Dancing to the Heartbeat of God

Join us as we explore and deepen our faith alongside voices from across the Anglican Communion.
From 07/03/2026 – 15/03/2026
9:00 am

National Lottery Open Week

To celebrate National Lottery Open Week and to say thank you to National Lottery players, we are offering free entry into Exeter Cathedral from 7-15 March 2026 when you show your National Lottery ticket (physical or digital).
From 07/03/2026 – 28/03/2026
11:15 am

Roof Tours – March

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.
09/03/2026
1:00 pm

Library & Archives In Focus: “Women’s Work” at Exeter Cathedral

Hatter, seamstress, blacksmith, glazier, librarian, and Chapter Canon are among the working roles – both “traditional” and more unexpected – occupied by women at the Cathedral over the centuries.
14/03/2026
7:30 pm

Exeter Philharmonic Choir: Solomon

Come and experience the drama, grandeur and beauty of Handel’s oratorio, Solomon, when choir, soloists and a period orchestra give a rare performance of this magnificent masterpiece.
17/03/2026
2:00 pm

Reading the Reformation at Exeter Cathedral

Join us to discover stories of the Reformation in the Library and Archives and to take a closer look at evidence of the impact on the Cathedral building and decoration.
19/03/2026
7:00 pm

“As our Saviour has taught us”: Lenten reflections on The Lord’s Prayer – Sue Gillingham

Canons Theologian Sue Gillingham reflects on the prayer which is central to Christian tradition.
19/03/2026
6:15 pm

The Old Document Reading Group

Enjoy contributing to improving cataloguing and access to historical materials in the Cathedral Archives as part of The Old Document Reading Group.
21/03/2026
7:30 pm

Devon Philharmonic Orchestra

Devon Philharmonic return for a fantastic performance of Verdi’s Force of Destiny Overture, Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a theme of Thomas Tallis and Shostakovich’s Symphony No 5.
26/03/2026
7:00 pm

“As our Saviour has taught us”: Lenten reflections on The Lord’s Prayer – Morwenna Ludlow

Canons Theologian Sue Gillingham and Morwenna Ludlow reflect on the prayer which is central to Christian tradition.
27/03/2026
7:30 pm

Devon Youth Orchestras Spring Concert

Once again the exciting sound of some of Devon’s most accomplished young orchestral musicians will fill Exeter Cathedral. This is a celebration of orchestral music performed by young players from all parts of Devon.