Carlisle Cathedral
Transforming the Sound of Carlisle Cathedral for Generations to Come
Transforming the Sound of Carlisle Cathedral for Generations to Come Carlisle Cathedral is delighted to announce that renowned organ builders, Nicholson & Co. Ltd, have been commissioned to work on a major project to restore, rebuild and renew its historic pipe organ, to protect and conserve one of the nation’s most significant musical assets for […]
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Heavenly Voices: Mighty Sound – Organ restoration project launches at Carlisle Cathedral
Heavenly Voices: Mighty Sound Organ restoration project launches at Carlisle Cathedral On Sunday 22 March, 2026, a historic project to restore and repair Carlisle Cathedral’s Father Willis organ was launched. Over the past 170 years, Carlisle Cathedral’s organ has evolved in response to changing musical fashions and liturgical needs. Today, it is a rare and […]
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Carlisle Cathedral is now home to the Nation’s favourite stained glass window!
SHINING A LIGHT ON CARLISLE Carlisle Cathedral is now home to the Nation’s favourite stained glass window. by Danni Murphy Carlisle Cathedral has won the hearts of the nation – its magnificent East Window has been named the Nation’s Favourite Stained Glass Window in the recent Divine Light campaign, a social media competition run by […]
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Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite”
Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite” Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window has been named the Nation’s Favourite Stained Glass Window, in the Divine Light social media campaign and competition organised by the Association of English Cathedrals (AEC). The campaign ran from the beginning of Advent into the New Year and featured a stained-glass window […]
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Inaugural “Ronald Wilson Award for Music” presented at Carlisle Cathedral
Inaugural “Ronald Wilson Award for Music” presented at Carlisle Cathedral The inaugural presentation of The Ronald Wilson Award for Music took place on Sunday 11 January 2026 at Carlisle Cathedral during Choral Eucharist. This new annual accolade celebrates the qualities that underpin the life and leadership of a young chorister at Carlisle Cathedral. Developed collaboratively […]
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Carlisle Cathedral launched their Christmas Tree Festival on St Nicholas’ Day
Carlisle Cathedral launched their Christmas Tree Festival on St Nicholas’ Day Saturday, 6 December was St Nicholas’ Day and Carlisle Cathedral hosted a family fun day for all! There were plenty of activities planned in, including the Christmas Carlisle Farmers’ Market in the Cathedral grounds; the Rotary Club of Carlisle’s Santa Sleigh; a special festive […]
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Carlisle Cathedral to host second Christmas Tree Festival!
CHRISTMAS TREE, O CHRISTMAS TREE Carlisle Cathedral to host second Christmas Tree Festival. by Danni Murphy Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building on the success of the first event held in 2024. Last year’s festival involved 30 local charities, organisations, schools and groups, all of whom creatively decorated […]
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Carlisle and Cumbria Artists return to Carlisle Cathedral’s Fratry Hall for annual exhibition
Carlisle and Cumbria Artists set to return to the Fratry Hall Carlisle and Cumbria Artists will present their 56th annual exhibition at the Fratry Hall at Carlisle Cathedral from Saturday 2 August. There will be over 250 original paintings on display, along with cards for sale by 57 local artists. The exhibition includes local landscapes, […]
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Carlisle Cathedral is hosting a Summer Camp for children aged 8 – 12 years old
Carlisle Cathedral is hosting a Summer Camp for children aged 8 – 12 years old Carlisle Cathedral is hosting a Summer Camp for children aged 8 – 12 years old from Monday 28 July – Friday 1 August. This fun-filled week of activities will inspire creativity and imagination, build confidence, foster friendships, and help children […]
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Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War
Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War On Sunday 29 June, a special service will take place in Carlisle Cathedral to mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Organised by Carlisle Cathedral, Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life and The Royal British […]
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