ONCE again Winchester Cathedral opens its doors to the public at its open evening, welcoming everyone to find out what goes on behind the scenes.
The event, on Tuesday, January 30, starts with Evensong sung by the Cathedral Choir at 5.30pm and activities and displays run from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. There will also be a short recital by the Boy Choristers at 7.30pm.
Entry is free so visitors can take the opportunity to discover more about the city’s most famous landmark.
Although what visitors and worshippers normally see of the cathedral is the building and the worship which takes place within its walls, the work of a millennium is continued day by day to maintain and conserve the building and its traditions.
There will be a display focusing on the current conservation programme of the 12th Century Winchester Bible, which is not fully available to view during that work, but there is a special temporary exhibition showcasing one of the four volumes itself.
The cathedral’s curator will be on hand with explanations about the work taking place.
There are also activities for children, displays from the Friends of the Cathedral, music department, the head gardener and other groups within the organisation who make this great church tick.
Further information about cathedral events is on the website at: www.winchester-cathedral.org