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So much #MoreThanABuilding They are beautiful buildings with beautiful people. What will you discover?

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‘It is all just joy and worship’ #DivineLight

We're in Southwell Minster for the Angel Window or Great West Window.

The Perpendicular Great West Window came alive in 1996, when Patrick Reyntiens filled it with scores of light-filled angelic intelligences.

Read more ⤵️

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‘It is all just joy and worship’ #DivineLight We're in Southwell Minster for the 17 x 10 metre Angel Window or Great West Window (1996). The Perpendicular Great West Window of Southwell Minster came alive in 1996, when Patrick Reyntiens filled it with scores of light-filled angelic intelligences, according to a design suggested by architect Martin Stancliffe. The grisaille glass, with its subtle shading and layering, allows the sun to blaze through the window.
December 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM
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A remarkable story.

Travelling North to Newcastle Cathedral for the so-called ‘Chemist’s Window’, #DivineLight.

Dedicated to Joseph Garnet, it may appear unremarkable at first glance, but a remarkable story lies behind it.

Find out more about the Chemist's Window here ⤵️
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A remarkable story. Travelling North to Newcastle Cathedral for the so-called ‘Chemist’s Window’, #DivineLight. Dedicated to Joseph Garnet, it may appear unremarkable at first glance, but a remarkable story lies behind it. A remarkable story. Travelling North to Newcastle Cathedral for the so-called ‘Chemist’s Window’, #DivineLight. Dedicated to Joseph Garnet, it may appear unremarkable at first glance, but a remarkable story lies behind it. A remarkable story. Travelling North to Newcastle Cathedral for the so-called ‘Chemist’s Window’, #DivineLight. Dedicated to Joseph Garnet, it may appear unremarkable at first glance, but a remarkable story lies behind it.
December 6, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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Richard III, Leicester and a football.

We're in Leicester for #DivineLight and Thomas Denny’s magnificent Redemption Windows (2016) which show Richard’s life, the history of Leicester AND a football, celebrating Leicester Citys 2016 Premier League victory.

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Richard III, the history of Leicester and also ... football. We're in Leicester Cathedral for #DivineLight and the magnificent Redemption Windows (2016). In Thomas Denny’s Redemption Windows we are invited to contemplate the moment of Richard III final humiliation as he is slung naked over the back of a horse. The panels are surrounded by scenes evoking Richard’s life and the history of Leicester including a football, celebrating Leicester City’s 2016 Premier League victory. Richard III, the history of Leicester and also ... football. We're in Leicester Cathedral for #DivineLight and the magnificent Redemption Windows (2016). In Thomas Denny’s Redemption Windows we are invited to contemplate the moment of Richard III final humiliation as he is slung naked over the back of a horse. The panels are surrounded by scenes evoking Richard’s life and the history of Leicester including a football, celebrating Leicester City’s 2016 Premier League victory. Richard III, the history of Leicester and also ... football. We're in Leicester Cathedral for #DivineLight and the magnificent Redemption Windows (2016). In Thomas Denny’s Redemption Windows we are invited to contemplate the moment of Richard III final humiliation as he is slung naked over the back of a horse. The panels are surrounded by scenes evoking Richard’s life and the history of Leicester including a football, celebrating Leicester City’s 2016 Premier League victory.
December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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We're at Guildford for #DivineLight and East, Rose Window (commissioned 1939 – dedicated 1952).

The eyes of visitors are immediately drawn to the striking East, Rose Window.

Read more about all of our #DivineLight stained glass windows here ⤵️

https://bit.ly/DivineLight-3

December 4, 2025 at 5:25 AM
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Wow! Renaissance glass from a Belgian convent that you can become part of ...

#DivineLight takes us to Lichfield Cathedral and the Herkenrode Glass, created 1530s, installed in Lichfield Cathedral 1805.

Read more about the Herkenrode Glass here ⤵️

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Wow! Renaissance glass from a Belgian convent that you can become part of ... #DivineLight takes us to Lichfield Cathedral and the Herkenrode Glass, created 1530s, installed in Lichfield Cathedral 1805. There are 340 panels, in 12 windows, 7 in east-end Lady Chapel with a height of 11 metres. Wow! Renaissance glass from a Belgian convent that you can become part of ... #DivineLight takes us to Lichfield Cathedral and the Herkenrode Glass, created 1530s, installed in Lichfield Cathedral 1805. There are 340 panels, in 12 windows, 7 in east-end Lady Chapel with a height of 11 metres. Wow! Renaissance glass from a Belgian convent that you can become part of ... #DivineLight takes us to Lichfield Cathedral and the Herkenrode Glass, created 1530s, installed in Lichfield Cathedral 1805. There are 340 panels, in 12 windows, 7 in east-end Lady Chapel with a height of 11 metres.
December 3, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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For #DivineLight today we are on the South Coast in #CathedraloftheSea, Portsmouth Cathedral for their Dunkirk & D-Day Windows (1956) by Edwards & Powell.

Find out more ⤵️

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-the-modern-age-1920-to-the-present/
Poignant tributes to military efforts during the Second World War For Divine Light today we travel to the South Coast and the Cathedral of theSea, Portsmouth Cathedral for their Dunkirk and D-Day Windows (1956) by Edwards & Powell in the Chapel of Healing and Reconciliation. Poignant tributes to military efforts during the Second World War For Divine Light today we travel to the South Coast and the Cathedral of theSea, Portsmouth Cathedral for their Dunkirk and D-Day Windows (1956) by Edwards & Powell in the Chapel of Healing and Reconciliation. Poignant tributes to military efforts during the Second World War For Divine Light today we travel to the South Coast and the Cathedral of theSea, Portsmouth Cathedral for their Dunkirk and D-Day Windows (1956) by Edwards & Powell in the Chapel of Healing and Reconciliation.
December 2, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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“This is an amazing find ... but it has raised more questions than answers."

Lewis Carroll Correspondence Discovered in Lincoln Cathedral's Archives.

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/lewis-carroll-correspondence-discovered-in-lincoln-cathedrals-archives/
December 1, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Your much needed #DivineLight on a rather grim looking Monday morning and it comes from Canterbury Cathedral, The Sower Among Thorns and on Good Ground, Second Bible Window (c.1180).

More here ⤵️

https://ow.ly/jGHR50XzRO3
December 1, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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#DivineLight. The Great West Window of Westminster Abbey (completed in 1735) is believed to have been designed by James Thornhill.

Read more about the window ⤵️

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-middle-ages-and-reformation/
November 30, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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The weekend doesn't stop us posting #DivineLight.

Stunningly beautiful, the Processional Way Windows (2000) at Ely Cathedral.

Read more about the windows here ⤵️

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-the-modern-age-1920-to-the-present/
November 29, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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You are invited.

Join us this weekend for one of the most moving moments in our calendar - the Advent Procession.

Come and join us.

Check your nearest cathedral to find out service times and up to date info.

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/cathedrals/

Photos from Chichester and Gloucester
November 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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For #DivineLight today, we are in York Minster to see the Great East Window.
117 narrative panels in rows of 9 from the Creation to the Apocalypse, over 300 in total.
Find out more ⤵️

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-middle-ages-and-reformation/
Tall Gothic stained glass window with numerous colorful religious scenes and figures arranged in intricate panels. For #DivineLight today, we are in York Minster to see the Great East Window. 117 narrative panels in rows of 9 from the Creation to the Apocalypse, over 300 in total.
November 28, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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For many, our Christmas fairs and markets mark the start of the season of Advent and Christmas.

They are an opportunity for invitation, they support local crafters, makers, businesses and charities.

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/christmas-markets-3/
November 28, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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"Very fair"

Day 2 of #DivineLight takes us to Peterborough Cathedral and the Dean Barlow Memorial Window.

More about the windows of Peterborough here ⤵️

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-the-long-nineteenth-century-1800-to-1920/
November 27, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Our first stained glass window of our #DivineLight winter campaign comes from Worcester Cathedral, Creation and Fall West Window (1875) with Pink Giraffe.

More ⤵️
https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/divine-light-the-stained-glass-of-englands-cathedrals-the-long-nineteenth-century-1800-to-1920/
November 26, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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Divine Light : our winter campaign starts tomorrow.
We bring you the remarkable stained glass of England’s cathedrals, perhaps the greatest collection of art in England.
#DivineLight #StainedGlass
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November 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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This sounds BRILLIANT!

A Chime for Manchester.

Manchester Cathedral launches A Chime for Manchester to mark the centenary of its bells.

Read more ⤵️
https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/manchester-cathedral-launches-a-chime-for-manchester-to-mark-the-centenary-of-its-bells/
November 19, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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"I cannot wait to bring this production to life in the cathedral nave this month. "

A Year of Storytelling at Hereford Cathedral launches with The Hereford Nativity

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/a-year-of-storytelling-at-hereford-cathedral-launches-with-the-hereford-nativity/

November 12, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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Field of Remembrance opened at Westminster Abbey by the Queen

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/field-of-remembrance-opened-at-westminster-abbey-by-the-queen/
November 7, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Peterborough Cathedral will host Solace, a pair of glass wings symbolising freedom, fragility and strength, this month.

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/solace-opens-in-peterborough-cathedral/

November 7, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Remembrance 2025 : Durham Cathedral

The Festival of Remembrance, 8th Nov

Returning for the 14th year the theme of this year’s festival is the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan

#Remembrance🌺

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/remembrance-durham-cathedral/
October 31, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Remembrance 2025 : Wells Cathedral

The ‘Tapestry of Black Britons’ exhibition will be at Wells Cathedral from Tuesday 4 to Saturday 29 November.

"out of many threads, we are one fabric"

#LestWeForget #Remembrance🌺

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/remembrance-wells-cathedral/
October 31, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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Remembrance 2025: Newcastle Cathedral

Stories of courage, sacrifice & innovation.

A new tour for Remembrance to honour those local heroes who shaped history not just locally, but nationally and globally.

#Remembrance🌺

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/remembrance-newcastle-cathedral/
October 30, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Remembrance 2025 : Ripon Cathedral

Knitters from the Ripon Community Poppy Project have created a dress completely of knitted poppies for a concert of Remembrance to be held on November 6th.

#LestWeForget #Remembrance🌺

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/remembrance-ripon-cathedral/
October 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Jagged Edges, an exhibition of printmaking, poetry and music created by and for survivors of church-related abuse, has gone on display in Newcastle Cathedral.

https://englishcathedrals.co.uk/latest-news/jagged-edges-newcastle-cathedral/
October 30, 2025 at 9:35 AM