DISCOVER

DERBY

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DERBY CATHEDRAL

THE FEATURE

Visible from a distance Derby Cathedral dominates the skyline with its impressive Perpendicular Tower, the second highest in England to the Boston Stump. It was built early in the 16th century, but worship has taken place on this site since the tenth century. Light and spacious inside, the iron screen by Robert Bakewell is an inspirational masterpiece in this proud and beautiful building that became Derby Cathedral, in 1927.

With its story going back to the tenth century, its fascinating history and splendid architecture, the medieval tower, Bess of Hardwick's Monument, Joseph Wright's Tombstone, the Bakewell Screen and much more, the Cathedral Church of All Saints, offers a unique visitor experience.

View from St Mary's Gate

The Cathedral is open on a daily basis throughout the year, the board outside gives  details of services. Although normally open from 8.30am to 6.00pm, times may vary on Bank Holidays. Precise details may be obtained in advance by ringing the Cathedral Office on 01332 341201. Admission is free.

There are free walk-round leaflets available in eight languages and large print. Groups are very welcome and arrangements can be made in advance for guided tours. An attractive Cathedral Guide Book is available.

A limited number of dates have been set on one side for Evening Tours, there are two different tours, Discovering Derby Cathedral and 18th Century Experience.  The popular Tower Climbs with 189 steps, visit the ringing chamber and Carillon Room and enjoy the spectacular view over three counties, which makes all the effort of climbing up to the top well worth while.  Details are available for both these events on the Cathedral Web Site.

View from Iron Gate

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THE DERBY CATHEDRAL CENTRE

Located opposite the Cathedral, offers a Coffee Shop and Gift Shop, selling local Derbyshire produce, a display of the Treasures of the Cathedral, a Biblical Garden and an Education Centre.

REFRESHMENTS

The Coffee Shop, (tel. 01332 381685) located on the ground floor, serves light lunches, sandwiches, cakes and a wide range of teas and coffees.  Local farm producers are the source of many of the supplies, providing items such as home-made cakes, quiches, breads and ice cream. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30-4.30pm.

**The Coffee Shop, won Best Tea/Coffee Shop  in the 2004 Derbyshire Food and Drinks Awards.

CATHEDRAL SHOP

The Cathedral Shop concentrates on the quality-gifts market with a range of more traditional gifts, postcards, pens, pencils, stationery, tea towels, “Cathedral” confectionery, wines, etc. A small selection of books, Bibles, prayer books and 'Church Times Top 10', are available with the ability to make specific orders via direct-ordering facilities.

Open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.00pm.

THE TREASURY

A Treasury, exhibition and meeting space (known as the Sir Richard Morris Room) are located in the basement of the new Cathedral Centre. The Treasury displays the treasures of the Cathedral ranging from medieval fabrics, an Elizabeth I Bible and a Charles I Prayer book, through the fine eighteenth century Exeter plate, to modern silver and contemporary vestments. Alongside these Cathedral treasures are chalices and other silver from parishes of the Diocese, treasures that would otherwise be locked up in a safe.

IMAGES

All the images on this page have been kindly loaned by Derby Cathedral.

Further information can be obtained by visiting their web site at:               www.derbycathedral.org