Join us for Morning Prayer in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Said Holy Communion in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Join us for said Evening Prayer in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral.

Said Holy Communion in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Join us for Choral Evensong in the Cathedral every weekday evening in term time.

THE GOSPEL EXPERIENCE is an evening where an entire audience learns a song together in harmony, rehearses it, and performs it live.

Along the way, Tim shares the history behind Gospel music: where it came from, what it carries, and why it matters. The teaching is warm, clear, and genuinely fun. You don’t have to read music and nobody is left behind.

This is a great night out if you want to have a proper sing with your friends. You don’t have to be a confident singer, and everyone is welcome. It works equally well for choirs looking for something a bit different, or for churchgoers who want to experience Guildford Cathedral in a fresh way.

By the end of the evening, you will have achieved something you will be proud of. People consistently leave these events surprised: by the music, by the history, and by the community connection.

Learn it. Rehearse it. Perform it.

Friday 30 October 2026

Doors open at 19:30
Event starts at 20:00

Tickets £26 (£25 plus £1 booking fee)
Box Office: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/timuffindell/2324432

Join us for Morning Prayer in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day

Said Holy Communion in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Join us for Morning Prayer in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Said Holy Communion in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

We give thanks for people whose Christian lives have been examples of holiness and faithful service.

Remember loved ones who have died as we gather for this special All Souls Eucharist.
To add the name of a loved one who has died within the past twelve months, please email: [email protected]

Join us for Morning Prayer in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day.

Said Holy Communion in the Lady Chapel at the Cathedral. Please note, timings differ depending on the day

Our informal service for toddlers and pre-schoolers takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at 10.00am. Each session of Cathedral Tots includes toys, songs, a Bible story, prayer, craft and refreshments. Cathedral Tots is a free activity, with a welcoming and relaxed community of parents/carers and young children. There is currently no requirement to book places for these services. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
2nd April - God's big story: Feeding the 5000
Wednesday 7 May God's big story: Resurrection
Wednesday 4 June God's big story: The Holy Spirit comes
Wednesday 2 July God's big story: sharing the good news
Wednesday 3 September God's wonderful love: A place to live
Wednesday 1 October God's wonderful love: The ten commandments
Wednesday 5 November God's wonderful love: Prophets, priests, and kings
Wednesday 3 December God's wonderful love: The greatest gift

Step into the story of Guildford Cathedral with a guided tour of Surrey’s iconic hilltop cathedral. Led by expert guides, this engaging one-hour experience explores “The People’s Cathedral”, a Grade II listed masterpiece designed by Sir Edward Maufe during one of the most turbulent periods of the 20th century.

Discover how more than 200,000 people helped bring the Cathedral to life through its remarkable brick-giving campaign, and admire its stunning architecture, sculptures by artists including Charles Gurrey and Vernon Hill, and sweeping views towards the North Downs.

A memorable experience for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike. Please note that this tour does not include access to the Cathedral tower

Tickets £10.65 including booking fee
https://www.guildford-cathedral.org/events/boxoffice

A choral service including two minutes silence to remember all who have fallen.

A choral requiem service bringing before God all those who have fallen in conflict, offering a time of solemn reflection, prayer and remembrance.

FRee Monthly Coffee Concerts at Guildford Cathedral
Guildford Cathedral continues its rich musical tradition with its much-loved free monthly Coffee Concerts and is delighted to announce the 2026 programme, beginning in February.

Launched in 2015 as part of the People’s Cathedral Project, the Coffee Concerts have welcomed talented and highly regarded performers from the local area for nearly a decade. Now entering their ninth year, the series continues to inspire visitors, staff, and volunteers with a varied and engaging programme, featuring a mix of familiar faces and new performers.

The concerts bring together people of all ages, from schoolchildren and care-home residents to members of the wider public. Performers generously give their time, enabling the Cathedral to offer a valued and inclusive cultural experience for the community.

Concerts take place once a month on a Thursday, with coffee served from 10:30am and music from 11:15am to 12:00 noon, providing a relaxed and welcoming morning of live music.

7 May — University of Surrey Music Students

11 June — Simeon Walker, modern classical pianist and composer

6 August — Yoon Seok Shin, international solo recitalist and chamber musician

10 September — Neil Crossland, pianist, composer, recording artist, and music educator

8 October — Emily Bollon, award-winning songwriter and vocalist

12 November — Ollie Turner, Bass Lay Clerk, Guildford Cathedral

Preschoolers, parents, and carers are invited to join us for a fun, informal session of songs, stories, and rhymes in The Regimental Chapel.

The session is free and you can just turn up.

Discover something special this November
Step into the serene beauty of Guildford Cathedral for an exceptional Christmas shopping experience. Our Christmas Fair brings together over 50 independent stalls – carefully selected makers, artisans, and specialists offering gifts you won't find on the high street.
Browse beautiful art and craft pieces, discover unique home décor, explore independent fashion and jewellery, indulge in luxury treats and drinks, and find that perfect gift that says something special. Whether you're hunting for something one-of-a-kind or simply want to start your gift-giving in surroundings that inspire, you'll find it here.
Bring a friend, take your time, and soak in the calm elegance of the Cathedral while you shop. Our Seasons Café is the perfect spot to pause, refuel, and reflect on your finds.
Entry: £3 per person
Plan ahead – VIP pre-booking
Pre-book your tickets online for £3 per person (plus 35p booking fee) and enjoy fast-track entry with a dedicated VIP scanning lane. Beat the queues and make the most of your visit.
🎟️ Pre-book your tickets here:
https://www.guildford-cathedral.org/events/christmas-fair
Walk-in welcome
Prefer to decide on the day? No problem. Entry is just £3 per person at the door – we look forward to welcoming you!

Our popular annual Christmas Art Exhibition returns, featuring artwork by pupils from nursery to sixth form. Discover how local schoolchildren have explored this year's theme, inspired by angels as God's Messengers in the Christmas story and our lives today

With the lighting of the first Advent candle, remembering our ancestors in faith.

We look forward to the coming of Jesus as Saviour of the world in music and readings

Sculpture by Vincent Gray MRSS, celebrating St. Lucy's Day on 13 December and the Scandinavian tradition of candlelit processions, saffron buns and starboys, symbolising light in winter

Join us for a beautiful Christmas evening with the Guildford Cathedral Choir, filled with much-loved Christmas choral music and candlelight in the soaring space of our cathedral.

At the heart of the programme is Benjamin Britten's A Ceremony of Carols, one of the most beloved pieces of 20th-century choral music. Written for treble voices and harp, this masterwork moves from moments of stillness and reflection to music full of energy and joy – the perfect soundtrack for Christmas.

The Guildford Cathedral Choir will perform this beautiful work accompanied by acclaimed harpist Suzy Willison-Kawalec, whose delicate and expressive playing brings Britten's composition to life.

The evening will also feature much-loved Christmas carols and readings, creating an unforgettable Christmas atmosphere in the candlelit cathedral.
Why Carols by Candlelight?
There's something truly special about Christmas music in a cathedral. The vaulted ceilings, the candlelight, the voices of our choir – it creates an atmosphere you simply won't find anywhere else.

This is a new concert for Guildford Cathedral, offering a distinctive and memorable Christmas experience for everyone – whether you're looking for a special festive evening, beautiful music, or simply a moment of peace and reflection this Christmas.
About Benjamin Britten's A Ceremony of Carols
Benjamin Britten (1913 – 1976) was one of Britain's greatest composers. A Ceremony of Carols, written in 1942, remains one of his most frequently performed works and is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century choral music.

The piece is structured around traditional carols, interspersed with liturgical texts. It moves between moments of intimate stillness and passages of joyful energy, making it the perfect musical expression of the Christmas season.
About the Performers
Guildford Cathedral Choir
Our Cathedral Choir comprises boy and girl choristers and lay clerks, directed by Acting Director of Music Asher Oliver. The choir has been at the heart of the Cathedral's worship since 1961 and is renowned for its musical excellence.

Suzy Willison-Kawalec
Suzy is an accomplished harpist with extensive experience in chamber music and solo performance. Her delicate, expressive playing is the perfect complement to Britten's beautiful composition.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 5 December 2026 Time: 7:30 PM Venue: Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7UP Duration: Two halves with an interval. Finishes approximately 10:00 PM

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Traditional Nine Lessons and Carols with the Cathedral Choir, telling the Christmas Story through readings and music

Traditional Nine Lessons and Carols with the Cathedral Choir, telling the Christmas Story through readings and music

Be part of the Christmas journey with Mary and Joseph, meeting Jesus as he is born for us.

Meet Christ in Holy Communion, following the traditional Book of Common Prayer

Celebrate Christmas morning through music and worship, rejoicing in the love of the new-born Christ.

Traditional Nine Lessons and Carols with the Cathedral Choir, telling the Christmas Story through readings and music

Celebrate the Epiphany with Choral Eucharist, marking Christ being revealed to the wider world

Celebrate the Epiphany with Choral Eucharist, marking Christ being revealed to the wider world

Celebrate Candlemas at the Cathedral Eucharist, marking hte Presentation of Christ and blessing of candies