What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

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.
29/03/2026
4:00 pm

St John Passion with Exeter Cathedral Choir

Join Exeter Cathedral Choir and Devon Baroque for a spectacular performance of St John Passion – JS Bach’s monumental retelling of the story of the Crucifixion of Jesus.
From 03/04/2026 – 17/04/2026
9:00 am

Easter Holiday Family Activities

Visit Exeter Cathedral during the Easter school holidays to take part in a range of fun craft activities.  
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.