What’s On
Worship, Music and Events for everyone
Experience the extraordinary diversity of Cathedral life, as we showcase human creativity in many dimensions. See and hear the Cathedral through the eyes and ears of children, artists, and composers. Bring the family for a morning of crafts, enjoy thought-provoking exhibitions, and immerse yourself in centuries of music at Evensong.
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Guided Tours
Tower Tour
Step behind closed doors and climb the soaring tower of Bristol Cathedral on a special guided tour that will take you through 900 years of history and architecture.
Climb the 172 steps of Bristol Cathedral’s Tower for a guided tour where you’ll learn how the Cathedral has evolved over time and the engineering feats that have made it into the beautiful building you see today.
You will come face to face with some of the finest medieval bells in the world, tales of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and uncover the mysteries of the original 12th-century abbey that once dominated College Green.
This tour involves ascending almost 200 steps up a spiral staircase which is narrow in places, with low-hanging doorways and pipes along the route. To make sure the tour is suitable for you and your group please consult the terms and conditions below.
For Carers tickets please email [email protected]
Services
Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer is part of the monastic rhythms of prayer at the Cathedral.
Exhibitions
All God’s Children
All God’s Children is an exhibition in Bristol Cathedral that explores the impact of the slave economy on Cathedral life, past and present.
Services
Lunchtime Eucharist
The Said Lunchtime Eucharist (common worship) is a spoken service where the congregation are invited to join in with the responses written in the order of service.
This service is usually held in one of the side chapels and lasts around 30 minutes.
Services
Evening Prayer
Join us for Evening Prayer, a spoken service at the end of the day. The service consists of psalms, bible readings, prayers and petition. We offer the day back to God and ask for his blessing and protection for the night ahead.
Music
Cathedral Summer Concert
Bristol Cathedral Choir continues an unbroken choral tradition stretching back to 1140 with a summer concert that celebrates the power, colour and depth of this remarkable ensemble.
Featuring the Cathedral’s choristers, choral scholars and lay clerks, the programme showcases the choir’s distinctive sound in a concert setting, beyond its regular pattern of services.
Alongside musical excellence, the choir’s work reflects a strong commitment to community, collaboration and shared music-making – values that have defined Bristol Cathedral Choir for centuries.
Event details
Doors: 6.15pm Refreshments available before the performance. Seating includes reserved central nave seating, with additional unreserved seating throughout the Cathedral. All ages welcomeThe Grand Organ Festival
Following an 18-month refurbishment, Bristol Cathedral’s historic organ has returned to its full voice. Throughout 2026, we invite you to experience its magnificent sound through concerts, services, lunchtime recitals, and interactive workshops. Whether you are here for worship, music, or to explore, we hope you will enjoy the awe-inspiring sound and beauty of this remarkable instrument. Join us in celebrating the organ – a treasured part of Bristol’s heritage, renewed for future generations Click here to find out moreAll Events
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Events
Exhibitions
All God’s Children
All God's Children is an exhibition in Bristol Cathedral that explores the impact of the slave economy on Cathedral life, past and present. All God’s Children is part of the Cathedral’s...
Services
Lunchtime Eucharist
The Said Lunchtime Eucharist (common worship) is a spoken service where the congregation are invited to join in with the responses written in the order of service. This service is...
Services
Evening Prayer
Join us for Evening Prayer, a spoken service at the end of the day. The service consists of psalms, bible readings, prayers and petition. We offer the day back to...
Music
Cathedral Summer Concert
Bristol Cathedral Choir continues an unbroken choral tradition stretching back to 1140 with a summer concert that celebrates the power, colour and depth of this remarkable ensemble. Featuring the Cathedral’s...
Services
Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer is part of the monastic rhythms of prayer at the Cathedral. We start the day with prayers, psalms and bible readings, offering the day ahead up to God....
Exhibitions
All God’s Children
All God's Children is an exhibition in Bristol Cathedral that explores the impact of the slave economy on Cathedral life, past and present. All God’s Children is part of the Cathedral’s...
Services
Lunchtime Eucharist
The Said Lunchtime Eucharist (common worship) is a spoken service where the congregation are invited to join in with the responses written in the order of service. This service is...
Guided Tours
Highlights Tour
Join one of Bristol Cathedral's dedicated tour guides as they take you on a journey spanning 900 years of history, heritage, and architecture at the extraordinary Bristol Cathedral! From the...
Services
Choral Evensong
Choral Evensong is an opportunity to experience captivating music and tranquility in the heart of the city. The service is led by our outstanding choir, made up of both adults...
Services
Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer is part of the monastic rhythms of prayer at the Cathedral. We start the day with prayers, psalms and bible readings, offering the day ahead up to God....
Planned Closure
Please note that the Nave will be closed to visitors during this time, but the Cloister, Gardens & Pinkmans Café will remain open. Our regular worship schedule remains unchanged, and...
Exhibitions
All God’s Children
All God's Children is an exhibition in Bristol Cathedral that explores the impact of the slave economy on Cathedral life, past and present. All God’s Children is part of the Cathedral’s...