Here are our latest news stories. Use the links below to see older stories.
Will Campbell starts as Sub Organist and Bradford Cathedral Assistant Director of Music
On Sunday 12th January 2025 we were delighted to welcome Will Campbell to the Cathedral, who started as our new Sub-Organist and Assistant Director of Music.
The story of Bradford to unfold in a beautiful showcase of words and music at Saturday’s Son et Lumière historical pilgrimage
You are invited to Bradford Cathedral on Saturday 18th January at 4:30pm or 7pm for an evening pilgrimage around the sacred space, where Christians have worshipped for almost 1,400 years.
Notes from an Organist: David Cowen (Leicester Cathedral)
On Wednesday 29th January we welcome David Cowen from Leicester Cathedral to Bradford for the third recital of 2025. In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including studying music in Paris; touring Brazil; and playing with the Band of the Grenadier Guards.
Notes from an Organist: Emma Gibbins (Chelmsford Cathedral)
On Wednesday 22nd January we welcome Emma Gibbins from Chelmsford Cathedral to Bradford for the second recital of 2025. In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including starting work in Chelmsford; playing a piece written shortly after the execution of Charles I; and playing Welsh language services.
Heritage Treasures Day 2025: The Khartoum Altar Frontal by the Leek Embroidery Society
Tuesday 14th January is Heritage Treasures Day 2025, an annual moment to showcase the amazing diverse heritage across the UK. This year we’re taking a look at the Khartoum Altar Frontal by the Leek Embroidery Society.
Digital School Resources available for Holocaust Memorial Day and Candlemas
Download seasonal resources for these two annual events
Revd Pete Gunstone appointed as Precentor of Carlisle Cathedral
On Sunday morning at the Cathedral we announced the news that the Revd Pete Gunstone has been appointed, by the acting Bishop of Carlisle, as a Residentiary Canon and Precentor of Carlisle Cathedral.
The Yorkshire Choice Awards 2025
Congratulations to all those who have been nominated in this year’s The Yorkshire Choice Awards!
Bradford Cathedral free organ recital series returns for 2025 with Music in Times of War theme
The free recitals take place every Wednesday at 1pm from the 8th January to the 16th April, except for the 19th February
Notes from an Organist: Oliver Waterer (Selby Abbey)
On Wednesday 15th January we welcome Oliver Waterer from Selby Abbey to the Cathedral for the second recital of 2025. In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including studying for a degree at the Birmingham Conservatoire; the joys of Hill organs in Yorkshire; and being the Sub Organist at HM Chapels Royal.