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Blitz Survivor Set to Host Commemoration Event - One Year On

The 80th anniversary of two of the darkest nights in city’s history is set to be commemorated next month.

Read More Warm Welcome for the New Dean of Sheffield

Over 400 guests warmly welcomed the Very Revd Canon Abigail Thompson to Sheffield Cathedral this weekend where she was installed as the new Dean of Sheffield.

Read More Chapter Update: October 2021

Chapter opened with prayer and the Collect for All Saints Day.

Read More The Magic of Christmas Starts at The Beginning

We want to share the hope and joy of the Christmas story with everyone. Everyone is welcome to start their Christmas celebrations with us!

Read More Chapter Updates: April - September 2021

Chapter are excited to share regular updates, roughly every six months, detailing discussions and decisions from their monthly Chapter meetings.

Read More The Revd Canon Geoffrey Harbord appointed Interim Canon Precentor

It has been announced this morning that the Revd Canon Geoffrey Harbord, currently Acting Dean of Sheffield Cathedral, has been appointed Interim Canon Precentor.

Read More Memorial Service for the Rt Revd David Lunn

The memorial service and interment of ashes for Bishop David Lunn will take place on Sunday the 3rd of October at 4pm in the Cathedral.

Read More The Passing of the Rt Revd David Lunn

It is with great sadness that we have received the news that the Rt Revd David Lunn, Bishop of Sheffield from 1980 to 1997, died on Monday 19th July.

Read More Installation of the new Dean of Sheffield

The Revd Canon Abigail Thompson will be installed as the Dean of Sheffield on 6 November.

Read More Sheffield’s Steel Heritage Celebrated: The Foundry

If you go down to Sheffield Cathedral this summer you’re sure of a big surprise.

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Recruitment
Choral Scholars

Choral scholarships available for the 2021/2022 academic year.

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Upcoming Events
Nov 26 Chapterhouse Theatre Company: A Christmas Carol

On Christmas Eve, the most magical night of the year, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is whisked away on a terrifying journey through the past and into the future.

Nov 28 Advent Procession

Come to the Cathedral for the Advent Procession and gently welcome the new year with candlelight, readings and prayers.

Nov 30 Christmas Tree Festival

Enter into the spirit of Christmas at Sheffield Cathedral.

Nov 30 The Beginning: Christmas Light Show

The Beginning will take you on an uplifting journey, telling the Nativity story through spectacular lights and music, projected onto our historical stone walls.

Dec 1 Lunchtime Recitals: Elizabeth Charlesworth

We invite musicians from near and far to share their musical talent with us. All are welcome!

Dec 3 Mothers' Union Coffee Morning

The monthly gathering of the Mothers’ Union 47 branches across the diocese.

Dec 6 Sheffield Bach Choir: Handel's Messiah

The Sheffield Bach Choir is thrilled to be able to present our annual rendition of Handel’s marvellous oratorio.

Dec 7 Sheffield Music Hub: Christmas Extravaganza

Featuring the Junior and Youth Choirs along with the City of Sheffield Festival Band

Dec 8 Lunchtime Recitals: Ian Seddon

We invite musicians from near and far to share their musical talent with us. All are welcome!

Dec 11 London Concertante: Viennese Christmas by Candlelight

The London Concertante has its audience laughing at jokes, gasping at virtuosity, moved by gorgeous string playing, and leaving with a smile on their faces.