DERBY CATHEDRAL EVENTS 2008

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.

A wonderful place to visit at any time, even more so for one of the many special events that have been arranged for 2006. A comprehensive list of events are listed below. For details of open days at the Bridge Chapel click the link at the foot of this page.

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TUE 1 - WED 30 9.30 am - 5.00 pm ART EXHIBITION: ‘‘Ronald Pope, 1920-1997’’ A Memorial Exhibition, on view

WED 16 7.45 pm ORGAN RECITAL: PETER GOULD, TOM CORFIELD, BEN BLOOR &

SAT 2 - SAT 30 9.30 am - 5.00 pm EXHIBITION, ‘Geisha Blossoms’ Ceramic designs by Sara Taylor on view in the

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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.

ST MARY'S BRIDGE CHAPEL

The bridge chapel is not particularly impressive from the outside, nor is it blessed with a quiet location, sandwiched between the Derby Ring Road and the still busy road across St Mary's Bridge. Once inside all that changes, the noise vanishes and there is a feeling of peace and tranquillity. The white painted walls, the simple furniture and the lack of fussiness all add to the attraction of this wonderful place.

St Mary's Bridge Chapel

INFORMATION AND ACCOMMODATION

As well as booking accommodation at Tourist Information Centres, you can book tickets for local theatres, festivals and events. Pick up leaflets, guidebooks, souvenirs and travel information. Find out about activities in the area and check the What's On Guide.

For more information contact Derby's award winning Tourist Information Centre, Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AH

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