Join us beneath the beautifully lit nave at Ripon Cathedral on Friday 9 October for an unforgettable evening of music, dining and celebration in honour of St Wilfrid.

Elegant dining and live music in celebration of St Wilfrid

Kindly sponsored by Rathbones

You’re warmly invited to join us for an evening like no other…

Join us beneath the beautifully lit nave at Ripon Cathedral on Friday 9 October for an unforgettable evening of music, dining and celebration in honour of St Wilfrid.

Twilight in the Nave will be a relaxed and elegant event featuring a sparkling reception, a delicious three-course dinner, and live music throughout the evening. Guests will enjoy conversation, dancing, and the unique atmosphere of this sacred place.

Come for the dinner, stay for the music and help us fund cathedral’s mission to serve the people and communities of North Yorkshire and the Diocese of Leeds, its education programme, music and heritage conservation.

Amidst the flickering candlelight, stunning floral arrangements and soaring arches of the cathedral.

You will enjoy…

A sparkling drinks reception accompanied by the harmonies of one of the region’s best loved choirs – The Yorkshire Decibelles
A chorus of delicious courses – accompanied by the fabulous Frankly Jazz
An auction and raffle full of exciting and unique prizes
Dancing under the roof of the star-lit nave with singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin and his band
Dress code: elegant/smart evening attire, black tie optional.

Please note ticket sales close on Friday 25 September at 1pm.

Tickets: £85

Tables seat up to 10 guests, though individual bookings and smaller groups are warmly welcomed. There is no need to reserve an entire table; simply include any seating preferences in the ‘Notes’ section at checkout. If you are booking for a larger group or would like to discuss alternative seating arrangements, please get in touch.

Interested in supporting the event? Click here to see how you can get involved.

This event raises vital funds for the cathedral’s mission to serve the people and communities of North Yorkshire and the Diocese of Leeds, its education programme, music and heritage conservation.