Opening Times
The Cathedral is open all year round
08.30 - 17.45
Entry is FREE
All donations are gratefully received.
Our Box Office is located in the Cathedral Gift Shop
or you can call 01727 890290 or book online at
www.stalbanscathedral.org
What’s On at
St Albans Cathedral
November 2014 – February 2015
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How to Get Here
The Cathedral is situated in the centre of the historic and
beautiful city of St Albans. It is easily reached by car and
public transport with good links from the M1 and M25,
and is just 20 minutes by train from Central London.
For full travel information, please go to:
www.stalbanscathedral.org/visit
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St Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard, St Albans,
Hertfordshire AL1 1BY
Telephone: 01727 860780
Email: [email protected]
www.stalbanscathedral.org
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Tours
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Family Fun
St Albans Visitor Attraction
Services
A Warm Welcome Awaits You
at St Albans Cathedral
St Albans Cathedral stands over the place where Alban,
Britain’s first saint, was buried after giving his life for his faith
over 1700 years ago. The building you visit today however
was completed and dedicated in 1115, making 2015 a very
special anniversary year for the Cathedral which will be
marked by a series of ‘Dedication 900’ events. See page 17
for full details.
The Cathedral has an amazing mixture of architectural styles
which bear witness to the many centuries of its life, first as a
monastic Abbey and now as a Cathedral. There are many
unique sights to take in when you visit, plus an exciting
programme of events, tours and concerts which you can find
out about in this guide.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Contents
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Must-See Highlights
Music
Special Services
Christmas
Special Events & Dedication 900
Tours & Exhibitions
Family Fun
Learning
Visitor Information
Our Regular Services
Occasionally additional services and events will be added
at short notice – please check the website for updates
www.stalbanscathedral.org or call 01727 860780.
Information is correct at time of going to print.
Must-See Highlights
Whenever you visit St Albans Cathedral, make sure you don’t
miss these unique sights and sounds. There are FREE daily tours
of the Cathedral (see below for details) and our expert team of
Guides is always happy to help you find out more.
1 The Shrine of Saint Alban
The Shrine of Saint Alban is a site of national pilgrimage.
People have been coming here for over 1700 years to honour
Alban. It is used as a place of prayer and stillness by visitors
every day.
2 The Longest Nave in England
At 85 metres, St Albans Cathedral has the longest nave in
England. You can enjoy exploring the Norman and Early
English architecture, as well as viewing the rare monastic
rood screen.
3 Choral Evensong
Shrine of Saint Alban
Longest Nave in England
Time your visit to enjoy the beautiful singing of the Cathedral
Choirs at Evensong, part of the bedrock of Cathedral worship.
Weekdays 17.00. Saturday 16.00. Sunday 18.30.
Outside of term time, there may be a visiting choir or a short said service.
4 Stunning Medieval Wall Paintings
The Cathedral has one of the most extensive series of medieval
wall paintings surviving today. These beautiful paintings range
in date from the late 12th century to the 16th century.
5 Magnificent Architecture
The Cathedral’s amazing mixture of architectural styles bears
witness to the many centuries of its life. Roman bricks from
Verulamium can be seen in the fabric of the building – skilfully
recycled by the Normans.
6 Christmas at the Cathedral
Don’t miss the wonderful atmosphere in the Cathedral during
Christmas. Special services and carol concerts take place
throughout December. Visitors can also enjoy shopping at the
new St Albans Christmas Market in the Cathedral Quarter.
Christmas
FREE Guided Tours of the Cathedral are
available daily at the following times:
11.30 Monday to Saturday
14.00 Saturday
14.30 Sunday to Friday
If your time is limited, our Highlights Tour takes place
at 13.05 every day of the week.
Medieval Wall Paintings
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Music
From Organ Recitals to Christmas Carol Concerts, the winter
season promises a rich programme of musical events.
St Albans International Organ Festival
Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Saturday 29th November
17.30
Margaret Phillips, UK.
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of the IOFS.
www.organfestival.com
Willow Foundation Carol Concert
Date:
Time:
Tuesday 2nd December
19.30
An evening of carols and readings featuring the Hertfordshire
Chorus. The Willow Foundation will be joined by Life
Presidents Bob & Megs Wilson.
Tickets: £13.50; £5 (Under 16’s).
Mosaic Chamber Choir
How to Book Your Tickets
Tickets are available online at www.stalbanscathedral.org,
by telephoning 01727 890290 or by visiting our Box Office
(located in the Gift Shop) between 10am – 4.45pm Monday
to Saturday and 1.00pm – 4.45pm on Sunday. Enquiries
about events can be sent to [email protected]
Tickets and/or programmes will also be available for all
events at the door on the night, unless previously sold out.
Lunchtime Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Wednesday 12th November
12.30
Date:
Time:
Saturday 6th December
19.30
Poulenc – Figure Humaine
and seasonal music by Richard Rodney Bennett
and John Tavener
Andrew Lucas (conductor).
This concert takes place in the Lady Chapel
Tickets: £15; £10 (under 18s)
Sunday Afternoon Organ Concert
Date:
Time:
Sunday 7th December
17.15
David Newsholme, Assistant Organist, Canterbury Cathedral
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music
funds.
Tom Winpenny, Assistant Master of the Music, St Albans
Cathedral, plays La Nativité du Seigneur, Oliver Messiaen.
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music
funds. Tom Winpenny’s recording of La Nativité on the Naxos
label will be launched after this evening’s recital.
St Albans Bach Choir
St Albans Bach Choir Christmas Carols
Date:
Time:
Saturday 15th November
19.30
Date:
Time:
Saturday 13th December
15.00 - Family Carol Concert
Handel – Messiah
Sinfonia Verdi; Tom Winpenny (harpsichord);
Michael Papadopoulos (chamber organ);
Andrew Lucas (conductor); Mary Bevan (soprano);
Tim Travers-Brown (counter tenor);
Daniel Auchincloss (tenor); Benjamin Bevan (bass)
Two concerts of Christmas music and seasonal readings
performed by the St Albans Bach Choir and organist Andrew
Parnell.
Conductor: Andrew Lucas
Tickets: £30, £25, £18 reserved; £12 unreserved;
Tickets: Family Concert – Adults £5, Children £1 if seat
Concessions (for nave seats except top-price
section): £12 – available for children, full-time
students and the disabled.
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Pre-concert entertainment for children from 14.15
Time:
19.00 - Evening Carol Concert
needed. Evening Carol Concert – Adults £10, Students
& Disabled £5 Tickets only available on entry.
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Music
St Albans Symphony Orchestra
Hertfordshire Chorus
Date:
Time:
Date:
Time:
Thursday 1st January
19.00
New Year’s Day Family Concert
Rachmaninov – Variations on a theme of Paganini
Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite;
Ginastera – movements from ‘Estancia’
plus wintry waltzes and seasonal music by
Waldteufel, Ziehrer, Anderson, Delius,
Mozart & Prokoviev. Bjorn Bantock (conductor);
Jennifer Wigram (leader); Alissa Firsova (piano).
Tickets: £25, £20 and £15 Reserved; £8 Unreserved &
Restricted View
Accompanied Children £1; Students £5
Lunchtime Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Wednesday 14th January
12.30
Richard Pinel, Assistant Director of Music, St George’s Chapel,
Windsor Castle
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music
funds.
St Albans International Organ Festival
Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Saturday 17th January
17.30
Willibald Guggenmos, Germany
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of the IOFS.
Lunchtime Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Wednesday 11th February
12.30
Peter Holder, Sub-Organist, St Paul’s Cathedral
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music
funds.
St Albans International Organ Festival
Organ Recital
Date:
Time:
Saturday 21st February
17.30
Jennifer Bate, UK.
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of the IOFS.
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Saturday 28th February
19.30
J S Bach – St John Passion with the Chamber Players Baroque;
David Temple (conductor); Molly Alexander (soprano); Diana
Moore (mezzo soprano); Thomas Hobbs (tenor); Robert Murray
(tenor); Andrew Ashwin (bass); Ashley Riches (bass)
Tickets: £25; £20; £15 Reserved; £8 Unreserved
Concessions: £5 on £20 & £15 seats for jobseekers,
students and schoolchildren.
Wheelchair users full price with carer going free.
St Albans Symphony Orchestra
Date:
Time:
Saturday 7th March
19.30
Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 4
Beethoven – Symphony No. 9 (Choral)
with Hertfordshire Chorus
Bjorn Bantock (conductor); Jennifer Wigram (leader)
Mark Nixon (piano); Erica Eloff (soprano); Susan Legg (mezzosoprano); Mark Chaundy (tenor); Njabulo Madlala (bass)
Tickets: £25, £20 and £15 Reserved; £8 Unreserved &
Restricted View
Accompanied Children £1; Students £5
www.saso.org.uk
This concert is dedicated to the memory of
Kieran McGuirk (1949-2014)
Assistant Master of the Music, Tom Winpenny, will release a
new recording of Messiaen's La Nativité on Sunday 7th
December. Recordings of the Cathedral Choirs are also
available in the Cathedral Gift Shop.
Dates For Your Diary
Young Musician
Competition
8th March
St Albans School & St Albans
High School for Girls
Joint Schools’ Concert
18th March
Wednesday Lunchtime
St Albans Bach Choir Concert
Organ Recital
21st March
11th March
Sunday Afternoon Organ Recital
Hertfordshire County Youth 29th March
Choir with Taplow, Surrey
& Cantate Youth Choirs
14th March
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Special Services
There are many special services throughout the year – you can
find details of all our regular services, including ecumenical
services, on page 23 of this guide. For our full Christmas
programme please go to page 12.
Annual Service of Remembrance &
Thanksgiving
Date: Sunday 23rd November
Time: 14.30 Dove Release at West End
15.00 Service
This moving annual service provides a special occasion to
remember loved ones. The Annual Book of Remembrance
will be available to view in the Ramryge Chapel (next to the
High Altar).
Organised by the Cathedral Ecumenical Chaplaincy and
St Albans District & Bereavement Network.
Solemn Evensong for Epiphany
Date: Tuesday 6th January Time: 17.00
Epiphany & Candlemas Carol Service
Date: Sunday 1st February Time: 18.30
A beautiful service of music and readings, sung by the Abbey
Girls Choir and men of the Cathedral Choir.
Ash Wednesday
Date: Wednesday18th February Time: 20.00
All Saints
Date: Sunday 2nd November
Time: 9.30 Parish Eucharist
11.15 Choral Eucharist
18.30 Memorial Evensong
Choral Eucharist with imposition of ashes, marking the start
of the season of Lent
Taizé Service
Date: Sunday 22nd February Time: 18.30
An evening service with instrumental music, a meditation
and singing.
Choral Eucharist for All Souls
Date: Monday 3rd November Time: 17.00
Remembrance Sunday
Date: Sunday 9th November
Time: 9.30 Parish Eucharist
10.55 Choral Eucharist of Remembrance
(Silence at 11.00)
18.30 Evensong
Remembrance Day
Date: Tuesday 11th November
Time: 11.00
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There will be a two minute silence and act of
remembrance in the Cathedral.
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Christmas
We hope you can join us to celebrate this special time.
Services and Carol Concerts which are particularly suitable for
young children are marked with a star *.
Advent Procession
Sunday 30th November Time: 18.30
Sung by the Cathedral Choir. A beautiful candlelit service of
readings and music, marking the start of Advent.
Willow Foundation Carol Concert
Tuesday 2nd December Time: 19.30
An evening of carols and readings featuring the Hertfordshire
Chorus. The Willow Foundation will be joined by Life
Presidents Bob & Megs Wilson.
Tickets: £13.50; £5 (Under 16’s)
Christingle Service*
Sunday 7th December Time: 15.00
Children and adults alike love this enjoyable service, which
ends in candlelight.
Sunday Afternoon Organ Concert
Sunday 7th December Time: 17.15
Tom Winpenny, Assistant Master of the Music, St Albans
Cathedral, plays La Nativité du Seignuer, Oliver Messiaen.
Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Cathedral music
funds.
St Albans Bach Choir Christmas Carols
Saturday 13th December
15.00 *Family Carol Concert – pre-concert
entertainment for children from 14.15
19.00 Evening Carol Concert with Seasonal Readings
Two concerts of Christmas music and readings performed by
the St Albans Bach Choir and organist Andrew Parnell.
Conductor: Andrew Lucas
Tickets: Family Concert – Adults £5, Children £1 if seat needed
Evening Carol Concert – Adults £10, Students &
Disabled £5 Tickets only available on entry.
Time:
For more information visit
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Carols on the Hour*
Saturday 20th December
Take a break from the Christmas shopping
and enjoy a very special Cathedral event!
Each carol service lasts just 30 minutes enough time to sing some uplifting carols
with the Cathedral choirs and local visiting
choirs to get a real taste of Christmas in this
beautiful, atmospheric Cathedral.
No tickets required.
Time: On the hour, every hour from 11.00 to 16.00.
Festival of Lessons and Carols
Sunday 21st & Monday 22nd December Time: 19.00
Sung by the Cathedral Choir.
Admission is by ticket only, available by ballot. For more
information go to www.stalbanscathedral.org or call 01727 860780
Christmas Day
Eucharist with Carols Time: 08.00
Parish Eucharist for Christmas Day* Time: 09.30
A Christmas service for all ages with crèche and children's
activities. Sung by the Abbey Girls Choir and the men of the
Cathedral Choir.
Matins for Christmas Day Time: 11.15
A service sung by the Cathedral Choir.
Eucharist Time: 12.30
A quiet service without music following Matins.
Following the 12.30 service the Cathedral will be closed for
the rest of Christmas Day, but is otherwise open daily
throughout the Christmas period.
Boxing Day
Eucharist Time: 9.00 and 12.00
Carols on Boxing Day
Time: 16.00
Why not drop in if you're out for a walk in the park and enjoy
this short and informal carol service with a visit to the crib?
Christmas Eve
Crib Service* Time: 15.00
A very popular and lively service lasting no more than an hour,
and intended mainly for children and young families. Children
visit the crib in the Cathedral and join in singing carols.
Following the Crib Service, the Cathedral will be closed in
preparation for the evening’s services. It will re-open at 17.10
for Choral Evensong. Please be aware there will be no access
for congregation until this time. The entrance for Evensong is
via the Cedar Tree Door in Sumpter Yard.
Choral Evensong for Christmas Time: 17.30
A beautiful, quiet and reflective service sung by the Abbey
Girls Choir, marking the end of Advent and the beginning of
Christmas. This service is not suitable for very young children.
Midnight Mass Time: 23.30
The first celebration of Christmas, with carols and the glorious
singing of the Cathedral Choir. The doors of the Cathedral will
be open from 22.50. This service will be Signed.
Enjoy a delicious
Christmas Lunch
at the Abbot’s Kitchen
Available in December
day to Saturday 10.000 - 16.30,
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Open Monday
and Sunday 12.30 - 16.30.
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music is available
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Special Events
Special Events
St Albans Literary Festival
Date:
Thursday 6th - Sunday 9th November
The city's first Literary Festival is a four-day
celebration of story-telling, of every kind.
Murder Mystery Dinner in the
Abbot’s Kitchen
Date: Thursday 6th November
Time: 19:30
The Abbot's Kitchen will host a very special
three course meal, with three top authors
speaking in between courses - Kate Griffin,
M. J. Arlidge & James Carol. This promises
to be a fun, lively night.
Tickets £35 available at
www.stalbansliteraryfestival.co.uk
An Evening of Tudor Literature
Date: Saturday 8th November Time: 19:30
Join BBC news presenter Martine Croxall
as she presents bestselling authors
Leanda de Lisle and Conn Iggulden in
the beautiful and historic Lady Chapel
for a night exploring The Tudors. There
will also be live music, courtesy of local
folk trio Said The Maiden, and a bar.
Tickets £12.50 available at
www.stalbansliteraryfestival.co.uk
Residents First Weekend
Date: Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th January
From exciting Tower Tours to fun Family Trails, there are FREE
events to suit the whole family on this special weekend. Visit
www.stalbanscathedral.org/whatson for full details.
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Dedication 900
St Albans Cathedral stands over the place where Alban, Britain’s
first saint, was buried over 1700 years ago, but the building you
visit today was completed and dedicated in 1115.
2015 is therefore a very special anniversary year for the
Cathedral which will be marked by a series of ‘Dedication 900’
events.
New Statues on the Nave Screen
2015 will see the installation, dedication and blessing of
new statues of Christian martyrs on the nave screen. This is
believed to be the first time since the Reformation that statues
in a variety of colours have been restored to a medieval
cathedral screen.
The Alban Pilgrimage
On Saturday 20th June we welcome two significant church
leaders: the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend
Justin Welby will attend and preach at the Eucharist, and the
Archbishop of Rouen, Mgr Jean-Charles Descubes, will preach
at Evensong.
Special Lectures
In the spring the Cathedral Study Centre is running a lecture
series reflecting on martyrs in our own time. These will focus
on martyrs featured in the new statues on the nave screen.
Monday 23rd March: Oscar Romero
Monday 20th April: Saint Elisabeth of Russia
Tuesday 19th May: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Visit www.stalbanscathedral.org/learning/study-centre to find
out more.
Tours and Family Activities
You can find out more on one of
our special More To Explore
tours, and for younger visitors
there’s a dedicated Family
Discovery Morning.
Family Discovery Morning
Thursday 19th February
10.00 - 12.30
This trail will look at how the
Cathedral was built, the materials
used and some of the people
involved. Free. Suitable for
ages 3 - 11.
To keep up to date with the latest
news on Dedication 900, please
visit www.stalbanscathedral.org
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Exhibitions
Tours
St Albans Abbey Parish & the First World War
Date: Monday October 27th – Friday 14th November
Time: See Cathedral website for opening hours.
Christmas Tower Tours
Dates: Saturday 29th Nov 11.30, 13.00, 14.30
Price:
Wednesday 3rd Dec 12.30, 14.00
Saturday 6th Dec 11.30, 13.00, 14.30
Wednesday 10th Dec 12.30, 14.00
£8
Enjoy the best views in town!
This spectacular tour takes you all the way to the top of the
Norman Bell Tower via the north transept gallery, the ringing
and bell chambers, before your final climb out onto the roof
of the tower. Tickets are limited so book early to avoid
disappointment. Restrictions apply. See website for details.
Abbey by Night Tours
Dates: Wednesday 28th January
Times:
Price:
Wednesday 25th February
Wednesday 11th March
Tours at 20.00 & 20.30
£12, includes drinks reception
This unique, atmospheric tour led by monks and historical
characters gives you the rare chance to explore the Cathedral by
candlelight. Drinks reception 15 minutes before the tour time.
Book a tour online at:
www.stalbanscathedral.org/whatson/tours, call
01727 890290 or visit the Box Office located in the
Cathedral Gift Shop.
More to Explore
Dates: Sunday 2nd November & Sunday 1st February
Time: 15.00
Price: Free
Enjoy learning from the experts on these specialist tours.
See www.stalbanscathedral.org/whatson for full programme.
Evening Pilgrimages
Book your group for a special evening, with sandwich buffet,
a guided tour, night prayer by candlelight and procession to
the Shrine of St Alban. Call 01727 890200 for dates and
further details.
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A commemorative exhibition reflecting on St Albans Cathedral
Parish during the First World War. This display explores the
lives of those at the heart of the Cathedral at the outbreak of
war, the tragedies endured and the unique way in which the
local community chose to remember those they had lost.
Located in the North Transept. Admission free.
This exhibition will be accompanied by a More to Explore Tour
on Sunday 2nd November at 3pm and a series of Memorial
Walks led by St Albans City Guides.
Stand Tall, Get Snapped
Date: Monday 24th November
– Friday 5th December
Time: See Cathedral website for
opening hours.
London-based photographer, Edo
Zollo, presents his latest project
'Stand Tall, Get Snapped' in this
thought-provoking display featuring
portraits of 30 individuals living
with HIV. This exhibition coincides
with World AIDS Day on
1st December 2014.
St Albans on the Magna Carta Trail
Discover the role that St Albans Cathedral played in the
historical journey of the Magna Carta 800 years ago!
Visit www.magnacartatrails.com/trails/east-of-england to
find out more.
Don’t Miss
Residents First Weekend
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th January
See page 16 for details.
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Family Fun
Learning at St Albans Cathedral
Family Discovery
Morning
The Cathedral is passionate about its role as a provider of
education and enrichment. Find out more at
www.stalbanscathedral.org/learning.
Date: Thursday 19th February
Time: 10.00 – 12.30
Price: Free. Donations gratefully
received.
At the start of this year marking the
900th anniversary of the dedication
of the Cathedral church this trail
will look at how it was built, the
materials used and some of the
people involved.
The morning combines an exciting,
fascinating trail packed with activities,
followed by a fun craft session.
Suitable for ages 3-11. We advise arriving before 11.30 to
complete all the activities. Meet in North Transept.
Please Note: All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Abbey Tots
Meeting on Tuesday mornings in term time, this hugely
popular parent and toddler group is open to all. Each
weekly session begins at 10.00 with toys, drinks and biscuits
followed by a little sing-song for pre-school children and
their carers.
Starts at 10.00 in the Crypt of the Cathedral.
Look out for the Knitivity this Christmas!
St Albans Cathedral Education Centre
The award winning Education Centre brings a variety of
curriculum subjects to life in original and surprising ways,
including RE, History, Maths & English. Using the Cathedral
as its classroom, over 14,000 children a year from nursery up
to sixth form are welcomed by our team. For more
information call 01727 890212 or email
[email protected]
St Albans Cathedral Study Centre
The Study Centre offers a range of ecumenical Christian
learning opportunities, from ten-week courses to one-off talks
and study days. Our courses are open to all. For more
information on courses or membership of the Cathedral
Library, please contact 01727 890205 or email
[email protected]
Don't Miss...
The Very Reverend Dr Jeffrey John, Dean of St Albans,
will be giving a lecture on 'The Gospel of Mark' on
Thursday 12th February at 8pm in the Lady Chapel.
Please visit Cathedral website for booking details.
St Albans Cathedral Library
Monday to Friday 10.00 - 14.30 Saturday 10.00 - 13.00
Also open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings
during term time, in line with ERMC and Study Centre courses.
See website for full details. Located in the Chapter House.
Contact: 01727 890222 or [email protected]
This unique nativity scene with metre-high, hand-knitted
characters will be travelling around local businesses,
landmarks and churches from the end of November, helping
to make the Christmas story accessible and fun.
For full details of all our Children’s Christmas Services and
Carol Concerts go to pages 13-14.
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Visitor Information
Eating and Shopping
Whether you’re here for a service, concert or special event,
take a break at the Abbot’s Kitchen and enjoy visiting the
Cathedral Shops.
Abbot’s Kitchen
Situated in the Chapter House, the Abbot’s Kitchen serves
delicious lunches, afternoon teas, children's meals and
refreshments. Christmas lunches available in December.
Opening times:
Our Regular Services
All are welcome at Cathedral services.
Sunday Services
8.00
9.30
11.15
11.15
12.15
18.30
The Eucharist
Parish Eucharist
Eucharist (1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Sunday)
Matins (3rd Sunday)
Eucharist (3rd Sunday)
Evensong
Weekday Services
7.30
8.00
12.00
17.00
Morning Prayer
The Eucharist
The Eucharist at the Shrine of Saint Alban
Evensong
Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 16.30 Sunday 12.30 - 16.30
The Abbot's Kitchen can also provide catering for large
groups, functions and special occasions.
For reservations please call 01727 890214 or email
[email protected]
On Fridays, the service at 12 noon is the Roman Catholic Mass.
Cathedral Shops
Saturday Services
Our Gift Shop has a wide range of souvenirs and gifts to suit
all ages and tastes. Our Book Shop features a great range of
titles, including a superb collection of children’s books,
local interest and history titles.
8.30
9.00
12.00
16.00
Opening times:
Services Once a Month
Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 17.00 Sunday 13.00 - 17.00
For all enquiries please call 01727 890213 or email
[email protected]
Support St Albans Cathedral
St Albans Cathedral is a national treasure and relies heavily on
the generosity of its congregation and visitors in the absence of
any government funding or significant endowment.
If you would like to play a role in preserving and enhancing
St Albans Cathedral for future generations you can:
Make a donation by text
Simply text NAVE01 £10 or NAVE01 £5 to 70070
Leave a Gift in Your Will
Help safeguard the Cathedral’s work and mission for future
generations.
Become a Friend of St Albans Cathedral
The Friends are a group of people – of all faiths and none - who
love this place, and who help to sustain and enhance the
Cathedral. Amongst the many activities of the Friends is a
wonderful social programme, which is also open to
non-members.
For more information on becoming a Friend, please call:
01727 890283 or email: [email protected]
For all enquiries on how you can support the Cathedral, please
call 01727 890229 or go to www.stalbanscathedral.org/helping
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Morning Prayer
The Eucharist
The Eucharist at the Shrine of Saint Alban
Evensong
2nd Wednesday
3rd Wednesday
10.00 Mothers Union Eucharist
10.00 Teddy Bear Service
Ecumenical Services
We hold regular services of different Christian denominations.
Roman Catholic
Mass is celebrated every Friday at 12.00.
German Lutheran
A service in German on the last Tuesday of every month at 19.00.
Free Church
The first Wednesday of every month at 11.00.
Orthodox
Monthly on Tuesdays at 10.30 (check our service list for dates).
A Day Chaplain is available for consultation on most days. At
other times please ask to see a member of the Cathedral clergy.
Occasionally, special services interrupt our usual pattern of
worship. A full, monthly Service & Music List is available at
www.stalbanscathedral.org
St Albans Cathedral is part of the international
Green Pilgrimage Network, committed to raising
environmental standards. For more information go to
www.greenpilgrimage.net
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