A poem from The Revd Amanda Lees
ADVENT 2024 If Christ the Lord came to earth today Would John the Baptist post on X to say – ‘Forget the oxen and cattle stall…. Make straight a path to….Meadowhall’? Would Isaiah proclaim his Prophecy (With a little help from Chatgpt)? Would Gabriel set off the intruder alarm, And a barn rental deal … Read More
Magic of Christmas – success!
We had an incredible evening on Saturday 14 December with the Magic of Christmas concert featuring the Cathedral Choir and Sinfonia Viva. Thanks to all who came to see it and got in the Christmas spirit. Check out the videos and images below to relive some of the magic… … Read More
Christmas videos
Watch our series of short Christmas videos featuring a series of messages from the Dean, while members of the Minster community read texts of their favourite Christmas poems and carols. Friday – Have you been following our short series of festive films? If so you’ll have seen all the readers on their best behaviour… … Read More
For children this Christmas at Southwell Minster
Our Crib Services and special children’s trail are ideal for families this Christmas
New rose vestments light up Southwell Minster
These beautiful, bespoke rose vestments were worn for the first time at yesterday’s Cathedral Eucharist (15 December 2024). Rose (pink) vestments are traditionally worn on the third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday) and the fourth Sunday of Lent (Laetare or Mothering Sunday), symbolising hope and expectation. The vestments were created by members of the Minster’s … Read More
Advent Letter from the Interim Dean
I would like to begin by saying a huge thank you to everyone for the warm welcome I have received. It is a joy to be able to contribute to the life of this wonderful community, and to be a very small part of the ongoing history of Southwell Minster, the Cathedral Church of the Diocese.
2025 Events
Take a look at our incredible line-up of events planned for 2025 in both the Minster and the Palace Gardens.
Southwell Minster announces new interim Dean
An update from Bishop Paul concerning Southwell Minster I would like to express my gratitude to all who took part in last Sunday’s moving and fitting Festal Evensong and Service of Farewell for Dean Nicola and Terry. As we now prepare to commence the process to appoint the next substantive Dean, and in consultation with … Read More
Climate Prayers
Our quarterly climate prayers and intercessions can be found here
The Dean’s farewell service
There was an unforgettable Festal Evensong in the Minster on Sunday as we said thank you and farewell to the Very Revd Nicola Sullivan, as she retires as Dean of Southwell.
2024 Events
Take a look at our incredible line-up of events planned for 2024 in both the Minster and the Palace Gardens.
Season of Creation
September 1 to October 4 is the Season of Creation. This is a time of prayer and action that unites the global Christian family around one shared purpose – to Care for Creation; the natural world which cares for and sustains us. Consider our display in the Chapter House, and share your hopes and fears … Read More
Tree damage in the churchyard – important information
During Storm Lillian, the large Horse Chestnut trees in the Minster churchyard have been damaged. The Horse Chestnut by the Refectory suffered a major fracture down the base of the weighty limb that reaches across the well-worn footpath that runs between Church Street and Memorial Park. This requires immediate action to make it safe for … Read More
Dean Nicola announces her retirement
Dean Nicola announces her retirement
Hustings at Southwell Minster
ELECTION Q&A: NEWARK HAS ITS SAY! ‘X’ marks the spot at the Minster when it hosts an election debate for the Newark Constituency on Thursday 20th June at 19:30. The two hour debate will be chaired by Quentin Rayner, a former presenter and chief reporter on BBC East Midlands Today. Constituents are invited to submit … Read More
Annual Report 2023
Please find our Annual Report for 2023 below.
Cathedral Lectures
We are delighted to announce our new series of Cathedral Lectures for 2024
Bank Holiday Organ Concerts – 2024
We are pleased to announce our programme of Bank Holiday Organ Concerts for 2024
Tours
Join us for a guided tour of Southwell Minster
Safeguarding documents
Safeguarding The Church of England has commissioned SCIE (the Social Care Institute for Excellence) to undertake an audit of the safeguarding provision of all of the Dioceses and Cathedrals in England. As part of this process, Southwell Cathedral was visited by SCIE to audit its safeguarding provision during September 2021. The report from the Audit … Read More
FLAC programme 2024
Our popular regular series of Friday lunchtime concerts in the Minster is back for 2023.
MISC 2024
MISC (Music in the State Chamber) brings you a FREE series of musical performances in the stunning State Chamber of The Archbishop’s Palace. Free refreshments are served from 7pm before the performance begins at 7.30pm. A
Thank you to the Flower Guild
Throughout the year, the ladies of the Flower Guild delight congregations and visitors alike with their beautiful floral displays
Group Tours
We warmly welcome groups of visitors to Southwell Minster and offer a range of options
Opening hours during Gaia, 26 July – 13 August
Please read for temporary restrictions to Southwell Minster during the upcoming Gaia installation.
The Friends of Southwell Cathedral – a new era begins
On Saturday 17 June, the Friends held a Special General Meeting at which a new constitution was adopted. This modernises and updates the charity’s governance, whilst retaining the foundation principles of 1947. The main difference the Minster family may notice is that the Dean of Southwell is no longer Chairman, thereby avoiding any possible conflict of … Read More
New book for garden lovers – written by Head Gardener Claire Connely
A Year in the Cathedral Garden documents a year in the life and work of the Minster’s Head Gardener, Claire Connely. This beautifully illustrated book follows Claire’s adventures in and around the Minster’s garden
Bishop Ronald celebrates 70 years of ministry
Bishop Ronald Milner marks 70 years of ordained ministry in the Church of England on Sunday 4 June 2023. Ordained deacon in June 1953 and priest in 1954, Ronald served his curacy in Sheffield Cathedral. In 1958 he moved to Coventry diocese to be Vicar of Westwood St John the Baptist before moving to Fletchamstead … Read More
MISC 2023
MISC (Music in the State Chamber) brings you a FREE series of musical performances in the stunning State Chamber of The Archbishop’s Palace. Free refreshments are served from 7pm before the performance begins at 7.30pm.
Summer Showtime 2023
Join us in the Palace Gardens this summer for our best line-up yet!
BBC One to broadcast Easter Sunday service live from Southwell Minster!
BBC One to broadcast its Easter Sunday service live from Southwell Minster!
Annual Report 2022
Please find our Annual Report for 2022 below.
Fairtrade Celebrated!
A Service of Celebration of Fairtrade was held in Southwell Minster on Saturday 25th February, to herald Fairtrade Fortnight 2023.
‘The Leaves of Southwell’ voted the nation’s number one cathedral treasure
‘The Leaves of Southwell’ voted the nation’s number one cathedral treasure
2023 Events
Take a look at our incredible line-up of events planned for 2023 in both the Minster and the Palace Gardens.
Top 10 Cathedral Treasures
We’re in the top 10 Cathedral Treasures – help us win by voting now.
Space Voyage – coming to Southwell Minster this September
Space Voyage – Timed entry slots of 7.45pm, 8pm, 8.15pm, 8.30pm, 8.45pm, 9pm and 9.15pm are available on all five days (12-15 September).
FLAC programme 2023
Our popular regular series of Friday lunchtime concerts in the Minster is back for 2023.
Living Well
Extending Welcome Exciting Faith Embracing Community These are the three pillars of our new vision for Southwell Minster – we look forward to sharing more details with you soon.
New services
New services at Southwell Minster
Organathon success!
The inaugural Great Southwell Organathon was a hugely successful event! Over the course of 24 hours straight, audiences were treated to performances by TWELVE professional organists, TWENTY-TWO choristers, FOURTEEN professional singers, and ONE bat, which flew around happily at all the night-time events.