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Musical Advent Calendar

December 1, 2020

Musical Advent CalendarGlenn Formoy2020-12-01T09:11:32+00:00

Musical Advent Calendar

We are delighted today to launch our first ever musical advent calendar, showcasing the talents of our wonderful musicians here at Southwell Minster.

Please take a look here and don’t forget to come back every day for a new video.

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Join us at The Burgage today at 10.45am for an act

Join us at The Burgage today at 10.45am for an act of commemoration and 2 minute silence at 11am. Following this, we'll parade up to the Minster for a special Remembrance Service as we remember all those who've been killed or injured in conflict.

All welcome
Lest we forget

Don't forget our amazing Winter Craft Fair opens t

Don't forget our amazing Winter Craft Fair opens this evening 4-8pm, and tomorrow 10am-4pm.

There will be around 60 stalls selling a wide range of goods in the Minster, as well as an additional 15 in the stunning State Chamber of The Archbishop’s Palace next door (open both days) so don't forget to check them out too!

This is one of the region’s most loved events and is the perfect place to pick up a gift for a loved one whilst helping support independent businesses. Expect jewellery, ceramics, glassware, textiles, hand-crafted cards, food and much, much more.

Refreshments available

Entry: £3 suggested donation (under 16s free)
Dogs on leads welcome

See you there!

#lovenotts #notts #southwell #southwellminster #christmascrafts

Tickets for A Christmas Carol are selling fast! Ge

Tickets for A Christmas Carol are selling fast! Get yours now!

Saturday 2 December, 7.30pm

Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story is brought alive in this most traditional of productions, complete with beautiful period costume, song, dance and a magnificent, original musical score.

https://www.southwellminster.org/a-christmas-carol/

#achristmascarol #christmasevent #christmastheatre

Just a few more days until our incredible Winter C

Just a few more days until our incredible Winter Craft Fair returns!

60+ stalls in the Minster and another 15 in the State Chamber next door so don't forget to check them out too!

Friday 4-8pm
Saturday 10am-4pm

The Saturday gets pretty busy so why not beat the queues and come on the Friday evening if you're free?

Entry £3 suggested donation

#christmasfair #christmasmarket #christmasmarkets #southwellminster #notts #lovenotts #christmas #christmasshopping #christmasgifts #christmasgiftsideas

We can't wait for tomorrow and The Bramley Apple F

We can't wait for tomorrow and The Bramley Apple Festival!

Dozens of stallholders offering all manner of food and drink including pies, chocolates, jams, chutneys, pickles, sausages, gin, beer and much much more.

So join us for the region’s favourite food and drink fair on Saturday 28 October, 10am – 4pm.

There will be children’s activities too!

Entry: £3 suggested donation (under 16s free)

See you there!

#bramley #bramleyapple #minster #southwellminster #foodanddrink #foodanddrinkfestival #lovenotts #southwell #notts

We're delighted to announce the return of The Magi

We're delighted to announce the return of The Magic of Christmas on Saturday 16 December!

A fabulous evening of festive entertainment

❄ The Choir of Southwell Minster
❄ Bold as Brass Octet
❄ Bar available
❄ Christmas joy guaranteed!

Tickets available now > https://www.southwellminster.org/the-magic-of-christmas/
or The Cathedral Shop (in person or 01636 812933)

#christmasconcert #southwellminster #minster #southwell #notts

Throughout the year, our amazing Flower Guild deli

Throughout the year, our amazing Flower Guild delight congregations and visitors alike with their beautiful floral displays. They are the products of real dedication and hours and hours of hard work.

We salute you! 🌹

#flowersinchurch #flowerguild #minstergram #cathedralgram #southwell #southwellminster #lovenotts

Today marks the feast day of St Francis of Assisi

Today marks the feast day of St Francis of Assisi and fittingly, World Animal Day, so we thought we'd share some lovely pictures from our recent Animal Blessing Service held here at @southwellminster
#WorldAnimalDay2023
#petsinchurches
#animalsinchurches
#animalsofinstagram #animals
#cathedralgram #minster #southwell #lovenotts

One week til our Organathon extravaganza returns!

One week til our Organathon extravaganza returns!

If you love cathedral music, join us at the Great Southwell Organathon 2023 and help us raise £15,000 to save our magnificent Quire Organ.

Friday 29 September to Saturday 30 September.

There'll be 13 organists perform over the course of 24 hours, the youngest of whom is just 7 years old!!! There's plenty of ways to pledge your support for the Organathon:

🎵Sponsor an organist
🎵Sponsor a piece
🎵Sponsor a hymn
🎵Pay to play
🎵Camp in the Minster
🎵Make a donation

Most sessions are free to attend!

For more info, see https://www.southwellminster.org/organathon/

#organ #organmusic #organmusician #organathon #organist #organists #organistsofinstagram #music #churchmusic #churchmusician #churchmusicians #cathedralorgan #notts #southwell #cathedralgram

What a stunning opening night of Space Voyage last

What a stunning opening night of Space Voyage last night! Almost 900 people were blown away by the incredible light display.
Just 3 days left, ends Friday, don't miss it!

Tickets are sold out for many sessions so don't delay, get yours now >

https://www.southwellminster.org/space-voyage-2023/

📸Luxmuralis

#lightart #lightartinstallation #notts #southwell #southwellminster #space #spacevoyage #minster #lovenotts

It's arrived! Space Voyage is here and opens tonig

It's arrived! Space Voyage is here and opens tonight! Prepare to be amazed 🚀🪐🌙

Tues 12-Fri 15 Sept

Tickets for most sessions have now sold out

£8/£5 and under 5s are free

Tickets will not be available on the door so book now to avoid disappointment.

https://www.southwellminster.org/space-voyage-2023
Video by @luxmuralis

#lightartinstallation #lightart #minster #southwell #southwellminster #lovenotts #notts #cathedralgram #cathedral #spacevoyage

Just 4 days until we embark on an epic Space Voyag

Just 4 days until we embark on an epic Space Voyage!

Join us for this incredible experience and witness space like never before.

Tuesday 12 - Friday 15 September

Many sessions are sold out so get in quick - tickets will not be available on the door (although you can book up until the last minute)

For more info and tickets, visit https://www.southwellminster.org/space-voyage-2023/

Created by pioneers of light installations @luxmuralis

#lightshow #lightartinstallation #lightart #cathedral #minster #southwellminster #notts #visitnottingham #visitnotts #cathedralgram #minstergram #spacevoyage

Fresh from over 10,000 people coming to see Gaia o

Fresh from over 10,000 people coming to see Gaia over the last few weeks, we're now looking forward to Space Voyage by Luxmuralis.

Over 2,000 tickets have already sold with many sessions sold out (tickets will not be available on the door for sold out sessions).

Tuesday 12 - Friday 15 September

This incredible light installation is only here for 4 days so don't miss out, get your tickets now https://www.southwellminster.org/space-voyage-2023/

Check out this video >>
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sfGSLv2IiE

A few photos from Gaia after dark, taken last nigh

A few photos from Gaia after dark, taken last night.
On display until Sunday 13 August - don't miss this incredible installation, seen by over 8,000 in the last 2 weeks.
Book online at https://www.southwellminster.org/gaia/
or pay on the door.
Just £3 adults, £2 under 16s, and under 5s are free.

There's also 3 brilliant photography/art exhibitions and a free nature trail for kids, so come along and join us!

#gaia #minster #minstergram #cathedral #cathedralgram #schoolholidays #lovenotts #southwell #southwellminster #notts #nottinghamshire #earthartwork #thingstodonotts #schoolhols #visitnotts

We're into the last week of the incredible Gaia in

We're into the last week of the incredible Gaia installation here at Southwell Minster and we've been delighted to welcome over 6,000 visitors to see its beauty already.

If you've not already seen it, make sure you don't miss it - on display until Sunday 13 Aug.

Opening times: Tues-Sat, 10am - 4pm
Sun: 1-4pm
Also, Weds 6.30-9.30pm for those who wish to see it later in the evening.

Get your tickets now from https://www.southwellminster.org/gaia/ or pay on the door.

If you live near Nottingham, get the #26 bus straight to our door!

#earthartwork #visitnotts #minster #cathedral #minstergram #cathedralgram #earth #climatechange #lovenotts #southwell #southwellminster #visitsouthwell #earthart

Last 10 days to see Gaia here at Southwell Minster

Last 10 days to see Gaia here at Southwell Minster!

Join the 4,000+ people who've been mesmerised by its beauty here already before it's too late.

Last day - Sun 13 Aug!

For more info including times and tickets
https://southwellminster.org/gaia
#earthartwork
🌍

#cathedral #minster #schoolholidays #thingstodo #lovenotts #notts #southwell #nottingham #minstergram #cathedralgram #church #gaia #southwellminster #earth

We've got the whole world in our hands! Now that

We've got the whole world in our hands!

Now that #Gaia is here #SouthwellMinster we want you to show us your most creative image from your visit to see this incredible installation.

Just tag us in and the winning image will win 2 tickets to the Space Voyage light show visiting us in September.
Closes 13 August.

Only £3 for adults/ £2 for Under16 / Under5s go free
- Get your tickets now from:
https://southwellminster.org/gaia

#GAIAart #lukejerram #art #minster #southwell #southwellminster #cathedralgram #architecture #cathedrals #cathedralsofinstagram #thingstodowithkids #Nottinghamshire #Notts

@visitnotts @visit.newark.sherwood @visit_southwell @mynottingham @nottsheritage @whatsonnottm @notts_tv @bbceastmidlands @bbcnottingham @bramleynewspaper @newarkadvertiser @uniofnottingham @uonhumanities @nottinghamtrentuni @ntu_museum

Be inspired by Sprig here and our other green men!

Be inspired by Sprig here and our other green men!

Join us tomorrow for
'Paint a Green man workshop'
with artist Elaine Winter
Make your own paint from plant based sources &create an artwork inspired by our award-winning carvings!
£5per child (must be accompanied).

This is part of our extra special Family Fun Day: PLANET EARTH🌍 tomorrow coinciding with
@lukejerramartist #GAIA installation here at Southwell Minster.

Join us tomorrow on Friday 28th July
from 10am-3pm in the Minster & Palace Gardens for free and bookable family fun activities, crafts, games & a science-hub🔬

Please note: This workshop ticket does not include access to the Gaia installation. Tickets for Gaia can be purchased at https://www.southwellminster.org/events/event/gaia/

#gaia #familyfunday #freestuff #schoolholiday #learning #discover #science #planets #history #art #archaeology #music #minster #southwell #southwellminster #cathedralgram #notts #nottinghamshire #kidsstuff

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8 Dec

BASS LAY CLERK

@SouthwMinster seeks to appoint a Bass Lay Clerk, to start after Easter 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Deadline for applications: 9.00am, Friday 22 December 2023

Auditions: Thursday 11 January 2024 (tbc)

Full info below 👇

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7 Dec

On the 2nd Sun of the month our usual pattern of worship is slightly different:
10am Cathedral Eucharist: a shorter, more family-friendly service, with activities for kids

11am traditional Sung Eucharist from the BCP

Join us onsite/online

All welcome

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6 Dec

Join us for our wonderful Christingle service on Sunday 17 December at 5pm.

The Christingle service is an unmissable milestone for families on the journey to Christmas.

All welcome for oranges, candles, and carols.

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