For a handful of evenings this February and March, visitors will have the unmissable opportunity to see Tessa Campbell Fraser’s Whales after sunset. See Rochester Cathedral bathed in underwater light and dive beneath the waves to depths of the ocean.
Ticketed
For a handful of evenings this February and March, visitors will have the unmissable opportunity to see Tessa Campbell Fraser’s Whales after sunset. See Rochester Cathedral bathed in underwater light and dive beneath the waves to depths of the ocean.
Ticketed
For a handful of evenings this February and March, visitors will have the unmissable opportunity to see Tessa Campbell Fraser’s Whales after sunset. See Rochester Cathedral bathed in underwater light and dive beneath the waves to depths of the ocean.
Please note, this event starts later than the other Lates at 19:30
Ticketed
For a handful of evenings this February and March, visitors will have the unmissable opportunity to see Tessa Campbell Fraser’s Whales after sunset. See Rochester Cathedral bathed in underwater light and dive beneath the waves to depths of the ocean.
Ticketed
A special service of Choral Evensong for Safeguarding season.
Hear about the inspiring work of the East Jerusalem YMCA as it works with young people to recover from the trauma of military detention. In partnership with Embrace the Middle East
Free but pre-booking essential
Our All Souls Solemn Eucharist will take place on Tuesday 4th November at 17:30. This will be a Requiem Eucharist sung by the Choristers and Voluntary Choir. It will include excerpts from Durufle’s Requiem
Once again Rochester Cathedral is marking a month-long season of Safeguarding this year, in which we invite everyone to reflect on and promote the protection of children and vulnerable adults, here in Rochester and elsewhere.
The final UK event celebrating the publication of The Map of Bones. A literary evening with Kate Mosse CBE, the international bestselling writer, historia n, playwright and performer for her final UK event celebrating the publication of THE MAP OF BONES
Ticketed
On the 15th October we will be offering a place of reflection and prayer for those who have experienced the trauma and sorrow of losing a baby. The Cathedral will be open between 18:30-19:45. Our spire will also be lit pink and blue for the Wave of Light.
In collaboration with Abigail’s Footsteps
The Baton of Hope tour will visit Rochester Cathedral on Monday 22nd September. The Baton of Hope is the UK’s largest suicide prevention initiative, which aims to break the silence around mental health and offer hope to those affected by suicide. As part of its national tour in 2025, the Baton will travel to 20 cities and towns across Kent where it will be carried by over 130 local people.
A specially tailored event for blind and visually impaired audiences and their families.
Join us for a tour of the Short Scion Floatplane on display in the Nave of Rochester Cathedral. Recently restored by MAPSL, with thanks to a grant from the Rochester Bridge Trust. The tour will also include the Pioneers of Flight exhibition in the Crypt which explores Medway’s aviation history and Taking Flight by members of Kent Association for the Blind.
Free, prebooking essential
Join us at Rochester Cathedral for Refugee Week to hear Child Migrant Voices with Amber Butchart and author Eithne Nightingale.
TIcketed
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Rochester Cathedral is opening its secret gardens to the public for one day this summer. Hidden behind the Cathedral are 3 acres of gardens. These are usually closed to the public but on Friday 13th June the gardens will be opened to ticket holders as part of a project to increase access to this beautiful space.
Ticketed
Medway Voluntary Action presents…
Interested in volunteering in Medway? This Volunteers Week, why not find out what opportunities there are for volunteering across Medway.
We will be marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Rochester Cathedral with a special service beginning at 17:30.
Coming to Rochester for the Sweeps Festival? Pop into Rochester Cathedral over the weekend. We’ve got live music, stunning architecture and a chance to discover 1400 years of history.
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
See Rochester Cathedral bathed in the light of the Red Planet
On selected evenings Rochester Cathedral will be open late. See Mars glow as the sun sets. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Luke Jerram’s stunning artwork come to life.
Ticketed
On All Souls’ Day Saturday 2nd November at 1515 there will be a Requiem Eucharist, sung by the Cathedral Voluntary Choir. It will include excerpts from Faure’s Requiem.
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Why not come along to the Making Miracles Big Knit?
Rochester Cathedral marks United Nations Day in collaboration with Medway United Nations Association
On the 15th October we will be offering a place of reflection and prayer for those who have experienced the trauma and sorrow of losing a baby. The Cathedral will be open between 6.30pm -8pm. Our spire will also be lit pink and blue for the Wave of Light.
In collaboration with Abigail’s Footsteps
This brand new lightshow which incorporates iconic images including many from the British Library and the collections of Rochester Cathedral, brings to life the rich tapestry of Anglo-Saxon artefacts and medieval manuscripts in a spectacle that promises to captivate the senses and ignite the imagination
Ticketed
Draco Roffensis is taking flight between the 28th- 31st May. The Cathedral will be open but there will be restricted access to the Nave.
Discover more about the rarely seen Sir Joshua Reynolds painting of former Bishop of Rochester John Thomas. Professor Robin Simon will be speaking about this stunning painting of Bishop Thomas.
Ticketed
All are welcome to join us for our Dementia Awareness Day. Suitable for those living with or supporting those with dementia
Interested in becoming a volunteer at Rochester Cathedral? Come along to our Volunteer Open Day.
We welcome all within the LGBTQI+ community and all who are seeking a place to encounter Christ. The group meets regularly at Rochester Cathedral.
Throughout November we will be hosting a LOUDFence installation at Rochester Cathedral. Members of the public can tie ribbons and messages of commitment to and solidarity for victims and survivors of abuse.
Rochester Cathedral
The Chapter Office
Garth House, The Precinct
Rochester
Kent, ME1 1SX
Telephone 01634 843366
Email info@rochestercathedral.org
Registered Charity Number 1206900
Cathedral Visiting Hours Monday to Friday 10:00 -17:00 Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 Sunday 12:00 - 16:00
