Chichester Cathedral

03/06/2026

On your way into the Festivel have look around the Festival Market.

Open to all, the Festival Market runs daily from 3–6 June in the Cathedral Cloisters and the Green.

You’ll find stalls including Anthony Steuart & Otta Designs , Aurora Jewellery , Gillshaw Pottery, The River Test Distillery and The Truckle Cheese Company Ltd , alongside botanical skincare, sustainable clothing, books, homeware and handcrafted gifts.

There is also the Festival Market Coffee Bar, run by Cathedral volunteers, and a returning Plant Market on the Cathedral Green, with seasonal flowers from Chalk Farm Flowers , East Ashling Nurseries and Dinky Plants.
This is a space to browse, explore and spend time during your visit, whether you’re looking for something specific or simply discovering what’s here.

Cathedral Cloisters and Green, 3–6 June (09:30-5:00pm)
Fine out more on our website: https://loom.ly/tc3Q4wU

03/06/2026

The doors are open, the Cathedral is in bloom.

The Festival of Flowers 2026 (3–6 June) has begun, transforming Chichester Cathedral with over 50,000 blooms and more than 60 floral installations inspired by this year’s theme, Nature’s Embrace.

From large‑scale designs filling the Nave to intricate details throughout the building, the Cathedral has been reimagined through colour, creativity and craftsmanship, brought to life by florists, volunteers and makers from across Sussex and beyond.

Whether you’re returning or visiting for the first time, this is a moment to step inside and experience the Cathedral in a new way.

Get your tickets on the door or from our website: https://loom.ly/yKNSLhA

01/06/2026

Important information: Closures and service Changes

As we prepare for the Festival of Flowers (3–6 June), there will be temporary changes to visiting at Chichester Cathedral.

The Cathedral will be closed to general visitors during the following times:
Sunday 31 May (from 12.30pm) – Closed for set‑up
Monday 1 June – Tuesday 2 June – Closed all day
Wednesday 3 June – Saturday 6 June – Entry for Festival ticket holders only
Sunday 7 June (from 12.30pm) – Closed for de‑install

Services will continue throughout this period, although some timings and locations will be adjusted.

Please check our website for full service details and updates: https://loom.ly/x84-uoQ

31/05/2026

28/05/2026

What’s on at SussexFest?

Join us on Chichester Cathedral Green for a day of activity, creativity and community at SussexFest, a free celebration of everything that makes Chichester and Sussex so special.

Across the day, you’ll find hands‑on activities from local organisations including The Novium Museum , Fishbourne Roman Palace , Chichester Festival Theatre and West Sussex Libraries , alongside community groups such as Stonepillow , Home-Start Chichester & District and Rotary Club of Chichester .

Enjoy a full programme of live performances, from dance and choirs to steel pan music, alongside family favourites like face‑painting, workshops and pop‑up entertainment.

You can also spot the Cathedral’s peregrine falcons through a telescope, or take time to relax with food from local traders, or a picnic on the Green.

Chichester Cathedral Green, Sunday 14 June (11.00am – 4.00pm)
👉 Find out more on our website: https://loom.ly/a4UW1P8

26/05/2026

Join one of our daily guided tours and explore centuries of history, from the Roman remnants beneath your feet to the medieval stonework above, and the world‑famous artworks that sit within the Cathedral today.

Along the way, you’ll discover details many visitors miss, from carved figures and hidden symbols to the stories of those who shaped the Cathedral across centuries. From Marc Chagall’s striking stained glass to the legacy of Graham Sutherland and John Piper, each space reveals something new.

Each tour reveals the details many visitors miss.
Daily (11.30am & 2.30pm) from £6.00, under 12s free - no prior booking required.