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Making Tracks
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Making Tracks
By Pete Waterman OBE and the Railnuts
The Nave
Chester Cathedral
St Werburgh Street
Chester
Cheshire
England
United Kingdom
CH1 2DY
TBA (excluding Sundays)
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Pete Waterman's OO model railway depicting modern day West Coast Main Line.
Guinness World Record Holders April 2024.
We’re Back at Chester Cathedral.
Join us this summer as we celebrate 200 years of railways at Chester Cathedral.
Explore our interactive family fun 72ft OO gauge model of Watford Junction, and even jump in the drivers seat.
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our layout to the stunning Chester Cathedral, running from 24th July to 30th August.
As we celebrate Railway 200, marking 200 years of rail travel, our extended 72ft-long Watford Junction model will take you on a journey through the development of our railways.
We’ve got plenty of exciting new features in store, and some special friends joining us this year. Keep an eye on this page for updates and surprises.
The layout will not operate on Sundays Amen.
Chester Green Weekend
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Chester Green Weekend
The Dean’s Field Chester Cathedral
TBA 2026
Chester Green Weekend is back for its second year,
Building on the incredible success of 2024.
Taking place on 7th & 8th June 2025, this inspiring weekend will transform Chester’s city centre into a hub of sustainability, with interactive workshops.
Cheshire Print Fair
Cheshire Print Fair
Chester Cathedral
TBA 2026
10am–4pm
Free Entry
Doors open at 10am get down early, grab your tote, and explore a day full of linocuts, screenprints, zines, risograph, fine art, illustration and more.
In the spectacular Chester Cathedral.
Concerts by Candlelight
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/whitney-houston-by-candlelight
Whitney Houston By Candlelight
Chester Cathedral
TBA 2025
7:30pm
Whitney Houston By Candlelight comes to Chester Cathedral.
Calling all Whitney Houston fans. Top tribute act.
https://concertsbycandlelight.com
Concerts by Candlelight
Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé.
TBA 2025
2:30pm and 7:30pm
Tickets on sale now.
Concerts by Candlelight returns to Chester Cathedral.
Performed by Candlelight inside the beautiful Chester Cathedral.
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/26152
Crib Services
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/9145
Chester Cathedral
Christmas Services
TBA 2025
All are welcome to join us in worship.
Lessons and Carols for Christmas on 22th and 24th December 2024.
Please be aware the Crib Service is at 3pm on Christmas Eve and both Lessons and Carols for Christmas are at 6pm this year.
The Snowman
https://www.carrotproductions.com/whats-on/snowman-tour
The Snowman
Film with live orchestra
TBA 2025
2pm, 4pm and 6:30pm
Host
Carrot Productions and Chester Cathedral
Location
Inside Chester Cathedral 9 Abbey Square CH1 2HU Chester Cheshire
Tickets
With a LIVE orchestra is coming to Chester Cathedral. Get tickets now to the most magical event of the year.
Carrot Productions
Known for The Snowman & Wallace & Gromit, creates films with live orchestra while working in film music orchestra venues worldwide.
Make it a Christmas to remember, with a special film screening of family favourite The Snowman accompanied by a magnificent live orchestra.
Proudly presented by Carrot Productions – the world's leading performers of The Snowman film with live orchestra – their show features some of the UK's finest musicians.
This magical award-winning show, set within the splendour of Chester Cathedral is ideal for the whole family to enjoy together, and is sure to create cherished memories.
Suitable
Suitable for ages 3 - 103
Performance
Performances at 2pm, 4pm and 6:30pm.
These concerts often sell out, so book soon to avoid missing out on this extraordinary event.
Event by Chester Cathedral and Carrot Productions
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/22634
Christmas Crackers
https://chestercathedral.com/events/event/22824
TBA 2025
7:30pm
Chester Music Society (CMS Choir) Christmas Cracker Annual Concert in Chester Cathedral.
Chester Music Society Choir perform popular Christmas carols.
Set inside the wonderful Chester Cathedral at the centre of Chester.
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Autumn and Winter
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Good Friday
TBA 2025
Chester Cathedral
Good Friday is a day for stillness and reflection in the church which is reflected in the devotions on the day.
On Holy Saturday our normal order of services is paused to get ready for the start of Easter at the Easter Vigil.
All are welcome.
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Maundy Thursday
Chester Cathedral
All are welcome to join us in worship on Maundy Thursday and throughout Holy Week and Easter.
For those unable to make it to the Cathedral, join us on Youtube.
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Live Music
Concerts by Candlelight
Chester Cathedral
TBA
7:30pm
Concerts by Candlelight comes to Chester Cathedral
Guaranteed to leave you on an All Time High, this concert will feature some of the most iconic songs of all time including
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Advent Live Stream
TBA Christmas 2024
Chester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival
Christmas Tree Festival
Chester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival
The Cloisters Chester Cathedral Saint Werburgh Street Chester CH1 2DY
And as we’re celebrating our tenth anniversary, we’re planning almost double the amount of trees – with over 90 trees across the Cathedral.
Our annual Christmas Tree Festival celebrates it’s tenth anniversary this year. Join us for a delightful family event where, from the end of November. Until the beginning of January, beautiful Christmas trees will sparkle and shimmer throughout the Cathedral.
Open Daily
TBA 2024
Open normal Cathedral opening hours.
Tickets £2.50 per person (Adults and Children) Children aged five and under FREE.
* (Occasionally, parts of the Cathedral are closed for special services or events)
If you are travelling especially to see the Christmas Tree Festival, please call us to ensure the event is fully open for the day of your visit.
Date Visited 3rd December 2022
www.chestercathedral.com/2022-chester-cathedral-christmas-tree-festival
Christmas Tree Festival Lights Switch on
Chester Cathedral St. Werburgh Street Chester Cheshire CH1 2DY
2023 TBA 16:00 - 19:00* 6pm
(Last entry one hour before published closing time)
https://www.visitcheshire.com/whats-on/christmas-tree-festival-lights-switch-on-p280191
Tickets include mini concert from theIr Cathedral choir, glass of Prosecco & time to enjoy the festival ahead of the crowds.
Start the Christmas festivities off with a mini concert from our very own Cathedral choir.
A glass of prosecco, and the debut of our annual Christmas Tree lights switch on.
And as we’re celebrating our tenth anniversary, we’re planning almost double the amount of trees – with over 90 trees across the Cathedral.
This year there will be up to 90 Christmas trees adorned with thousands of twinkly lights. As well as the Cloisters.
There will be the Chapter House and Twinkle Zone to turn on and two 14' trees outside the new West Doors. A spectacle not to be missed.
Tickets from the Cathedral admissions desk, by calling 01244 500 959 or clicking to: chestercathedral.com/events
Guide Prices £10
Admission Adults: £2.50 Children: FREE
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Easter
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Easter 2024
https://chestercathedral.com/news/whats-on-march-2024
Chester Music Society: Music for Passiontide
Saturday March 23rd 2024 at 19:30
Chester Cathedral
The concert is on 23rd March 2024. Music for Passiontide Hosted By Chester Music Society Choir.
Tickets £15, £25, £30. Phone for tickets: 01244 500959.
Inner Journeys: Yoga in the Cathedral
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TBA 2024
Inner Journeys: Yoga in the Cathedral
Chester Cathedral
9 Abbey Square CH1 2HU Chester
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Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space.
As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we’ll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in
collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour’s yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space.
This class is based on physical postures (asanas), deep breathing, mindfulness and listening to the body.
It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to learn the fundamental poses in yoga.
The class will finish with a short meditation and relaxation.
You may bring your own yoga mat, or there will be spares available to use.
Adults £10 Students £8
Chester Cathedral Indoor Cinema
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2023
Chester Bach Singers
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TBA 2024
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Experience the magic of film brought to life with big screen and live orchestra.The Snowman Tour.
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Chester Cathedral Abseil
TBA
What's On
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Art Installations
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Organ Recital
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
Falconry Family Fun Day at Chester Cathedral
TBA
10am – 5pm Free entry
Chester Cathedral will be hosting a free family fun day festival at the Falconry and Nature Gardens on the Dean’s Field.
Get hands on with our magnificent birds of prey
Catch a reptile show. Meet our herd of Jacob’s sheep
Join in the fun with sack races, face painting and a bouncy castle
CHESTER CATHEDRAL FALCONRY AND NATURE GARDENS
Open 7 days a week all year round from 10am
A brand new family attraction, this green retreat in the heart of the city is the perfect day out. Watch flying displays, handle our birds of prey, meet our sheep and reptiles and enjoy the beautiful cathedral gardens.
Tickets Adult £3.00 Child £2.50 Family ticket £10.00
https://chestercathedral.com/falconry-nature-gardens/
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What's On 2017
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Cathedral at Height tour
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Chester Cathedral at Height Guided Tour
Our guided tour will take you take you behind the scenes and rooftop at Chester Cathedral
Tour times are Monday - Saturday 10am 11am 12:30pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 4:00pm
Adults £8 purchase tickets in the Vestibule
Tour Length 1 Hour Approx
Date Visited Friday 4th July 2014
Christmas
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Christmas 2025 TBA
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