15/04/2026
2:00 pm
A Friendly Introduction to Palaeography: Reading Some 14th Century Medical Remedies
Based exclusively on records in the Cathedral Library & Archives, this beginner’s workshop is a chance to learn about some 14th century medical and culinary recipes and have a go at reading and transcribing some.
16/04/2026
2:00 pm
Hands on History – What are Archives?
If you’re aged 14–18 and curious about history, stories, and how the past connects to the present, this workshop is for you.
18/04/2026
1:00 pm
An Opportunity to Wonder and Wander and Walk the Labyrinth
A labyrinth is, a journey to the centre, a winding pilgrim path that is walked prayerfully and reflectively. There is no one way to use the labyrinth; each person experiences this pilgrimage in a different way.
22/04/2026
1:00 pm
Library & Archives In Focus – S. S. Wesley: Life, Music and Legacy at Exeter Cathedral
Marking the 150th anniversary of the death of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, this pop-up display looks at the enduring musical legacy and reforming vision of one of England’s – and Exeter Cathedral’s – most celebrated cathedral organists and composers.
24/04/2026
10:00 am
Shakespeare and his Contemporaries
Step into the world of Shakespeare at the Cathedral Library and Archives! Come and celebrate the South West Shakespeare Festival 2026 at our special pop-up display of Shakespeare and the brilliant writers and thinkers who shaped his age.
24/04/2026
7:30 pm
Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight
A groundbreaking show that reimagines the legendary sound of Radiohead in a breathtaking symphonic setting.
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.
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.