Ahoy there! Stow away with us over the seven seas to the land of Cherry Blossoms. Sing sea shanties, rock to Handel's Water Music, and learn the traditional music of Japan. There will be tea aplenty, Old Castles by Moonlight, and Sakura to rejuvenate the soul as we voyage beyond the horizon.

Doors open 15 minutes before the concert starts
The concert lasts around 45 minutes

Time to chat, to puzzle or play a game … or do some mindful colouring.

Or just enjoy the peace of the Minster with a coffee or tea.

All welcome!

Led by acclaimed choral collective SANSARA and featuring a performance by award winning soprano Ruby Hughes.  Join us to experience heartfelt choral music by composers including Caroline Shaw and Thomas Tallis.

This special evening of solidarity and song will feature a performance by Reading’s Ukrainian choir, Kryla, who will also join forces with SANSARA for a performance of Natalia Tsupryk’s A Quiet Night – Tyhoyi Nochi.

Come and Sing!  If you would like to join in solidarity and song on the night, then do sign up when booking your tickets.

We will also hear from representatives from the Refugee Support Group providing an opportunity to learn about the charity’s work in the community.

All ticket proceeds will be donated to Reading’s Refugee Support Group.

The Open Table Network (OTN) is a growing partnership of communities across England & Wales which welcome and affirm people who are LGBTQIA + our families, friends & anyone who wants to belong in an accepting, loving community.

Please join the service in person at Reading Minster or online (when specified on our website).

Come and have a go at our “Craft of the Day” and enjoy the beauty, the space and the peace of the Minster.
All welcome!

Reading Symphony Orchestra returns for its ever-popular Children's Concert, this year featuring The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns. Let us show you how the different instruments of the orchestra can sound just like animals from around the world! There'll also be the chance for little ones to see some of the instruments up close after the concert.

Featuring poems by Dominic Lopez-Real

Doors Open: 3:00pm
All ages (under-16s must be accompanied by an adult)

The Great British Film Orchestra presents The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer

Step into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer - an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling.

This extraordinary touring production is more than a concert - it is a celebration of two musical legends whose work has shaped the emotional core of cinema itself. Expect soaring strings, heroic brass, electrifying percussion and moments of pure, breathtaking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory.

Doors Open: 6:00pm
Last Entry: 6:30pm
Start time: 6:45pm to 8:05pm

For any other information please contact: [email protected]

The Great British Film Orchestra presents The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer

Step into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer - an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling.

This extraordinary touring production is more than a concert - it is a celebration of two musical legends whose work has shaped the emotional core of cinema itself. Expect soaring strings, heroic brass, electrifying percussion and moments of pure, breathtaking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory.

Doors Open: 8:30pm
Last Entry: 9:00pm
Start time: 9:15pm to 10:30pm

For any other information please contact: [email protected]