Worcester Cathedral – Medieval Festival Weekend

Bradford Cathedral has announced a heritage weekend of crafts and craft-making, a shoal of 950 fish is on display in Chichester Cathedral which has just announced its flagship event to mark Chichester950, Worcester has announced a summer medieval festival and Lichfield is bringing back The Beach and will host the Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition – just some of the events visitors can discover at our cathedrals this summer.

#WishYouWereHere – Summer in our Cathedrals – what will you discover?

All our cathedrals have exciting programmes for everyone throughout this summer – from headline exhibitions to family days and arts and crafts – and all are underpinned by the daily rhythm of prayer and worship.

Some of our cathedrals charge entry and there may be a fee at others for specific events, but all our cathedrals are free to enter for prayer, worship or to light a candle.

Do check on the cathedral’s individual website for up-to-date information before you travel.

And don’t forget to share your pictures and tag us #WishYouWereHere – our summer campaign this year.

Worcester Cathedral – Medieval Festival Weekend, MEDIEVALFEST

This summer, Worcester Cathedral invites visitors to journey back to the Middle Ages with MEDIEVALFEST – a celebration of medieval life, culture, and adventure for all ages. From Thursday 14 August to Saturday 16 August, the Cathedral and its grounds will be transformed into a bustling medieval hub filled with entertainment, education, and enchantment.

Highlights include:

• Medieval Market – Open daily with delicious food, drink, and artisan crafts.
• Movies in the Cathedral – Classic and family-friendly films in a stunning gothic setting.
• Dragon Trail around the Cathedral and grounds.
• Talks & Workshops – Learn calligraphy, explore medieval history, and hear from expert speakers.
• Family Fun – Storytime, crafts, games and interactive activities for children.
• Tower Climbs & Tours – Discover the Cathedral’s secrets from top to bottom.
• Music Recital – Enjoy the sounds of the past in a breathtaking acoustic space.
• Medieval Banquet in a Medieval Palace – A feast fit for royalty (booking required).
• Dungeons & Dragons Night – Adventure awaits in this table-top games night!

Director of Events at Worcester Cathedral, Sam Poursain, said:

“This August Worcester Cathedral is transforming into a medieval playground for all ages! 

‘From dragon-spotting on our family-friendly trail to movie nights under the vaulted ceilings of the nave, there’s magic around every corner’

Tickets and full schedule available here.