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Saturday Tour of The Archbishop’s Palace and Palace Gardens

12.15-1.15pm, £5 - click here to book
Our Saturday tours of The Archbishop's Palace, once home to Cardinal Wolsey and where King Charles I surrendered in The English Civil War, and beautiful Palace Gardens.

Please arrive 10 minutes early and check-in at the Welcome Desk inside the Minster to ensure the tour can start on time. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.

Select your date below and we'll see you soon!

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Our 14th and final #Southwell140 exhibition object

Our 14th and final #Southwell140 exhibition object for #April is this
JETON TOKEN
Made of copper alloy, it is dated between 1497-1547 and was found in Southwell. It is a French coin in the Chatel Tournois style. It would've been used for counting and also sometimes for playing games, akin to a modern day poker chip in casino games. This object can be viewed upstairs in the State Chamber.

This weekend is your last chance to see all 14 object for April on the theme MEDIEVAL LIFE: PEOPLE & PLACE. We hope you can visit us. Next month there will be 14 more object and a new theme for May!

If you've enjoyed our 140 exhibition this month don't for get to vote for your favourite and please also consider making a donation of what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years!
https://www.southwellminster.org/140objects/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #medievallife #memorial #jetontoken #medieval #medievalhistory

Less than 2 months until local star Tina Hall brin

Less than 2 months until local star Tina Hall brings her Ultimate Rock Show back to the Palace Gardens at Southwell Minster.

So let us take you on a magical rock n’ roll journey with classic hits featuring Guns ‘n Roses, Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones, Queen, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Nicks, Journey, T. Rex, David Bowie, Blondie and more!!!!

This has sold out two years in a row so get your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

Tickets selling fast, available from

https://www.southwellminster.org/tinas-ultimate-rock-show-2024

or The Cathedral Shop (in person or 01636 812933)

#outdoorconcert #outdoorconcerts #southwell #southwellminster #notts #80srock #80srockband

In medieval times many monasteries and large house

In medieval times many monasteries and large houses had a
PHYSIC GARDEN
filled with plants that could help with the smooth running of the household.
This special place is today's #Southwell140 exhibit. You can visit our Physic garden which is part of the Palace Gardens at the Minster
🌱🍃
The Physic Garden is kindly sponsored by Anthony May, OBE, DL.

@southwellcathedralgardener #medievalbuilding #cathedralsofinstagram #SouthwellMinster #Southwell140 #cathedralgram #Cathedral #churchphotography #southwell #cathedrals #medievallife #medieval #cathdralgardens #cathedralgardens #gardens #physicgardens

This beautiful patchwork window made from fragment

This beautiful patchwork window made from fragments of medieval glass found in the Minster is our first #Southwell140 this week! And what a way to start the week, this is incredibly beautiful despite its make-do-and-mend aesthetic.

The glass was found hidden away in a room above the Chapter House. A large “B” near the top of the window is for a man called Butler, who leaded the glass in 1920. This is where it gets its name: The 'B' Window.

This is the only window in the Minster containing medieval glass. Much of England’s medieval stained glass was destroyed during the Reformation.

You must come and view it on a sunny day to see it in all its splendour!
Entry is free. Donations welcome. https://southwellminster.org/140objects/

#forensicarchaeology #southwellminster #church #history #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #archaeology #cathedrals #churchphotography #Minster #cathedralgram #SouthwellMinster #discover #finds #stainglass #stainedglass #stainedglasswindow #stainedglassart #stainedglassartist #patchwork

Our final #Southwell140 object this week is THE HE

Our final #Southwell140 object this week is
THE HEADLESS CLERIC
Who could it be?
There are several suggestions that this is an Archbishop, or a high ranking member of the church. He is close to the East End of the church so it is likely to be someone of importance.

This is the only medieval statue we hold at the Minster. The effigy is carved from alabaster which was fashionable around the 1300s. Effigies would often be painted to look like the person. But without his head the identity of this person remains unsolved.

Research is ongoing as we continue to see how many secrets can be revealed. Like what happened to his head? Where did it go?

What’s your favourite 140 object so far in April? Remember you can vote for your favourite object here: https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/140th-anniversary/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #forensicarchitecture #stonemason #stonemasons #stonemasonry #stonemasonry #stonemasonsofinstagram #stonemasonery #stonemasonary #stonemasonlife #stonemasonryart #medieval #medievalart #medievalhistory #medievalarchitecture

Today’s #Southwell140 exhibit is a special place

Today’s #Southwell140 exhibit is a special place
CANDLE CHAPEL🕯️
Through the ages, candles have beautified and illuminated places of worship.
This is a former chantry chapel now offers visitors a sanctuary of peace to reflect and contemplate. 'Light Of The World’ by Peter Eugene Ball is displayed here.

“I am the light of the world.
Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
John 8:12

Visit us, light a candle to pray, remember, celebrate.
https://www.southwellminster.org/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #forensicarchitecture #medieval #medievalart #medievalhistory #medievalarchitecture #candle #lightoftheworld #lightoftheworld✝️

Don't forget our wonderful Rogation Service on Sun

Don't forget our wonderful Rogation Service on Sunday 5 May at 3pm.

All welcome

Today's #Southwell140 exhibition object is this ve

Today's #Southwell140 exhibition object is this very handsome
DONKEY CARVING
But look close up, what is going on with its poor neck?? This donkey either has a very flexible neck or one of the masons made a mistake!! We all make mistakes and can learn from them - we doubt this stone mason made the same error again! The stone carving is situated on the right-hand side of the Sanctuary, a sacred area within a church, often containing the altar.

Visit us and see our exhibition for yourself - everyone is welcome!
Entry is free, but if you're enjoying our 140 exhibition please do donate what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years! www.southwellminster.org/theme/donate/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #forensicarchitecture #stonemason #stonemasons #stonemasonry #stonemasonry #stonemasonsofinstagram #stonemasonery #stonemasonary #stonemasonlife #stonemasonryart #medieval #medievalart #medievalhistory #medievalarchitecture

Just over 2 months until our brilliant outdoor sum

Just over 2 months until our brilliant outdoor summer entertainment series begins.

A mixture of outdoor theatre (*) and concerts (**), all set in the beautiful Palace Gardens - not to be missed!

Saturday 15 June: Tina’s Ultimate Rock Show**
Friday 21 June: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz*
Thursday 11 July: 21st Century ABBA**
Friday 12 July: An Evening of Motown**
Friday 26 July: The Comedy of Errors*
Saturday 27 July: Beauty and the Beast*
Thursday 1 August: The Upbeat Beatles**

Tickets for all can be purchased from:

https://www.southwellminster.org/2024-events/

or The Cathedral Shop (in person or 01636 812933) - get yours now before they sell out!

Our friends at @iceandtipsy will be running a bar at the concerts

#outdoortheatre #outdoorconcerts #summertheatre #summerconcerts #summerconcert #southwell #notts #lovenotts #southwellminster

April's #Southwell140 Exhibition theme is: MEDIEV

April's #Southwell140 Exhibition theme is:
MEDIEVAL LIFE: PEOPLE & PLACE

Today's #Southwell140 exhibit is a MEMORIAL to one of those people from this place; William Talbot. This is the oldest memorial in the Minster. Written in Latin, it tells the sorry tale of William Talbot.

" Here lies William Talbot
wretched and unworthy priest
awaiting the resurrection of the dead
under the sign of the Tau "

Why William Talbot has been memorialised like this remains a mystery. Tau is the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet and resembles the cross and is representative of salvation. It’s believed that St. Francis of Assisi wore a Tau amulet to protect against plague and disease. ✝

Visit us and see the exhibition up close - everyone is welcome!
Entry is free. Donations welcome. https://southwellminster.org/140objects/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #salvation #memorial #Tau #medieval #medievalhistory

Our final #Southwell140 object this week is this

Our final #Southwell140 object this week is this
LEATHER DRINKING HORN

This leather drinking horn is held by the Minster Library.
It would have been used for beer or ale. It is similar to the type of drinking vessels used in the medieval period. We affectionally refer to this as #RobinHood’s Drinking Horn 🍺🏹

Sherwood Forest was a vast area in the medieval period which would have stretched to the Minster. It was a hunting ground for the King. People also lived in towns and villages within the forest. There are carvings of Green Men in the Chapter House. It has been said that these may be an interpretation of what Robin Hood might have looked like.

What’s your favourite 140 exhibition object so far? Remember you can vote for your favourite object here: https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/140th-anniversary/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #robinhood #medieval #medievalhistory

Who guessed it? Tuesday's unusual object is a BOOK

Who guessed it? Tuesday's unusual object is a BOOK CLASP. It holds the covers of a book tightly together. Come and visit us to see it close up and also take a look at today's #Southwell140 exhibit 👀

ARROWHEAD
A piece of essential medieval equipment for anyone living during this time. It was found on Higgons Mead, near the Minster. Arrows were used in warfare, hunting, and sport. This arrow would have been used for hunting wild fowl. We can't be sure that it wasn't owned by a legendary heroic outlaw... 🏹

Visit us and see these exhibits for yourself - everyone is welcome!
Entry is free, but if you're enjoying our 140 exhibition please do donate what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years! www.southwellminster.org/theme/donate/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology #robinhood #bowandarrow #arrowhead #medieval #medievalhistory

A reminder of our Spring Craft Fair this Saturday,

A reminder of our Spring Craft Fair this Saturday, 10am - 3.30pm!

Jewellers, sculptors, textiles, art, ceramics, glassware and much more!

Refreshments available too
Entry: £3 suggested donation

#craftfair #lovenotts #southwell #southwellminster #notts #nottinghamshire #crafts

Who got it right? Yesterday's funny looking object

Who got it right? Yesterday's funny looking object is a JAW HARP. The flexible reed in the middle is plucked to make a unique twangy sound. Fun 🎶

Today we have another unusual looking object. It's no.5 of April's 14 #Southwell140 exhibits. Who can tell us what it is?
🔎Here are some clues:
It's about the size of your thumb
Made of copper alloy
Around 600 years old
Found in Southwell

...give us your best guesses below.
We will give you the answer on Thursday.
Or if you can't wait that long take a look at our @SouthwMinster X / Twitter to find out!

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology

Who can tell us what today's #Southwell140 exhibit

Who can tell us what today's #Southwell140 exhibition object is?

🔎 Here are some clues:
It's pocket-sized
From the Medieval period
Thought to have originated in Central Asia
Found in Southwell

...give us your best guesses below.

We will give you the answer tomorrow.
Or if you can't wait that long take a look at our @SouthwMinster X / Twitter to find out!

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology

Are you visiting us during the Easter school holid

Are you visiting us during the Easter school holidays? We do hope so!
Come and enjoy our free exhibition #Southwell140 celebrating 140 years of being a cathedral, each month we celebrate a different theme and era of our long history.

This month make sure to look out for object 3/14 for April - this very handsome MEDIEVAL KING FIGURINE. Made of lead, it was used in processions and is inspired by a poem telling the cautionary tale of the ‘Three Dead Kings’.

👑👑👑

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #forensicarchaeology #archaeology

Today's #Southwell140 exhibition object is this PR

Today's #Southwell140 exhibition object is this
PRIORY GRANT
A letter from Henry VI granting a priory to the Minster in times of financial woe.
Look closely and you can see the royal seal.

~‘Scarcely forty of them can be provided for and unless help is given some of them will have to leave’~
An example of an Alien Priory House is Pamber Priory in Hampshire. Alien priories were under the control of another religious house outside England. West Ravendale Priory belonged to Beaufort Abbey in Brittany, France.

We still need money today. It costs £3000 per day to stay open and free to access.
Please do donate what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years! www.southwellminster.org/theme/donate/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #medievalbuilding #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #priory #royalseal #thegreatseal

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