The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
Dean of Bristol
As Dean of Bristol, Mandy is head of the Cathedral foundation, she chairs the Cathedral Chapter, and with the Chapter directs the mission and ministry of the cathedral. She exercises leadership in the cathedral's worship, preaching and prayer. She represents the cathedral in the diocese and is a crucial important point of contact between the city and the diocese. She is the senior priest in the diocese and shares in the Bishop's oversight of the diocese. She is a member of the Bishop's Staff and Diocesan Synod.
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The Revd Canon Nicola Stanley
Canon Precentor
Nicola is primarily responsible for worship and liturgy in the Cathedral. She also has the over-arching responsiblity for the Cathedral choir and our musicians.
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The Revd Canon Dr Martin Gainsborough
Diocesan Canon
Canon Martin is responsble for developing Cathedral and Diocese ties with the wider city around issues of national and international concern, including social, economic and environmental justice. Martin's main role in the Diocese is as Chaplain to the Rt Revd Vivienne Faull, the Bishop of Bristol.
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The Revd Sarah Evans
Cathedral Chaplain, Minor Canon
As Cathedral Chaplain, Sarah carries out some of the Cathedral's important pastoral care, including home and hospital visits.
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The Revd Dr Minty Hull
Cathedral Chaplain for Spirituality, Minor Canon
As Chaplain for Spirituality, Minty is tasked with care for spiritual wellbeing and supporting spiritual development at the Cathedral. She is also Advisor for Spiritual Direction in the Diocese of Bristol.
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Canon Elizabeth Cairncross
Lay Canon
Elizabeth is a Lay Canon at Bristol Cathedral, and a member of the Cathedral Chapter, which has overall responsibility for the governance of the Cathedral.
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Canon Naomi Miller
Lay Canon
Naomi Miller is Deputy Director at Bristol Ideas, a leading arts and cultural organisation for public debate and learning, bringing together diverse artists, audiences and organisations in festivals and programmes to explore key issues of our time. She was Development Director at Bristol Cathedral between 2014-18, where she worked with the team to reinvigorate the Cathedral’s fundraising efforts, enhance the Cathedral’s profile and relationship with the wider city, and bring in new types of programming. She is co-Chair of the Wardrobe Theatre and sits on the board of Destination Culture.
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Canon Stephen Parsons, MBE
Lay Canon
Stephen is Chair of the Cathedral Trust and is Chair of the Fitzhardinge Society. He is Chair of the MAT Cathedral Schools Trust and Vice Chair of Bristol Cathedral Choir School, a Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Bristol, he previously held Governance posts in the Diocese of Bristol Academies Company (DOBAC), and Diocese of Bristol Academies Trust (DBAT), In 2015 he was awarded an MBE for his services to education and the community. He is a former Bristol Cathedral Chorister and grandfather to a current Bristol Cathedral Chorister.
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Canon Dr John Savage, CBE
Lay Canon, Canon Treasurer
John has responsibility for the financial portfolio on the Cathedral Chapter.
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Ben Silvey
Chief Operating Officer (Chapter Clerk)
Ben is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Cathedral. His responsibilities include finance, fabric, events, HR, health and safety and child protection.
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Sarah Morris
Executive Assistant
Sarah has several areas of responsibility. She is the Dean's PA and also coordinates the Cathedral diary and events schedule. She is the first point of contact for anyone wanting to arrange a special service, event or concert at the Cathedral. She can also arrange guided tours and provide advice about our volunteer groups.
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Mark Lee
Master of the Choristers & Organist
Mark is responsible for the training, direction, and management of the Cathedral’s music, notably the Cathedral Choirs.
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Tim Popple
Music Administrator & Marketing Co-Ordinator
Tim supports the musical and liturgical work of the Cathedral, and is the main point of contact for the Cathedral Choir and for visiting choirs. He also has responsibility for the marketing, communications, and social media for the Cathedral.
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Paul Walton
Assistant Organist and Director of the Cathedral Consort
Paul Walton accompanies and assists in the training of the Cathedral Choir, gives regular recitals, and directs the Cathedral Consort and the Cathedral Chamber Choir. More information on Paul can be found on his website.
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Fiona Dorman
Education Officer
Fiona leads Cathedral Kids at Sunday services and supports our work with schools
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Glynn Usher
Head Verger, Sub Sacrist
Glynn is responsible for the Verger team who oversee the day-to-day running of the Cathedral's services, concerts and events. Their responsibilities include; security, first aid, health and safety and the general maintenance and management of the Cathedral building and precincts.
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Roger Dubois
Deputy Head Verger
The Vergers are responsible for maintenance and management of the Cathedral. They also perform a role in worship and special events.
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Christopher Jones
Verger
The Vergers are responsible for maintenance and management of the Cathedral. They also perform a role in worship and special events.
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Chrissie Graham
Accounts Assistant
Chrissie provides support to the Cathedral's finance department.
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Caroline Wren
Café Manager
Caroline is responsible for the Café. She oversees its operation and ensures it runs properly.
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Dyon Campbell
Café Assistant Manager
Dyon assists Caroline in running the Café.
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Andy Webb
Finance Manager
Andy Webb is the Finance Manager. He divides his time between the Cathedral office, the Diocese and the Diocesan Academies.
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