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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

Not long until Gaia arrives at Southwell Minster!

Not long until Gaia arrives at Southwell Minster! 26 July - 13 August

This incredible 7m diameter scale model of planet Earth uses NASA imagery and provides the opportunity to see our planet on this scale, floating in three-dimensions, like never before.

This is one event not to be missed, perfect for all ages.

Tickets priced just £3/£2 for most sessions.

Weds 26 July: Special opening night

Thurs 27 July – Sun 13 Aug: General admission

Fri 28 July: Family Fun Day: Planet Earth!

Weds 2 & 9 Aug: Late night opening

Fri 4 Aug: An Evening with Kate Bottley

Sat 5 Aug: FREE talks by The Average Scientist

Tickets and more info from
www.southwellminster.org/events/event/gaia/

📸Gareth Jones

#EarthArtwork #minster #notts #planetearth #cathedral #minstergram #southwell #family #schoolholidays #schoolholidayfun #familyfun #daysout #daysoutwiththekids #lovenotts

Looking for a volunteering role with a difference?

Looking for a volunteering role with a difference?

We're holding a special
Volunteer Fair
on Tuesday 18 July
and you're all invited!

There's plenty of areas we're looking for volunteers to join us -

#gardening #floristry #education #stewards #hospitality #TourGuides #ShopVolunteers

More details on the poster or visit our website for more information: https://southwellminster.org/volunteer-fair

#volunteeringnottingham #volunteering #volunteer #southwell #newarkandsherwood #notts #nottinghamshire #nottingham #churchofengland #cofe #cathedrals #cathedralsofinstagram #cathedralgram #cathedralsofengland #churchvolunteers #dreamjob #southwellminster

How about this for a workplace? 🚨 JOB VACANCY

How about this for a workplace?

🚨 JOB VACANCY
We're looking for a new Facilities Operative / Verger to join our team here at Southwell Minster
- home to The Leaves of Southwell - recently voted the UK's favourite #CathedralTreasure

You will be part of a busy team facilitating the requirements of services and secular events throughout the year. You will also provide a welcoming presence to the many visitors to the Cathedral. Setting up and clearing away all events or any other activities held in the Cathedral and precincts as required.

Deadline: 9am, 13th September 2023
For further details and to apply visit:
https://southwellminster.org/vacancies

#jobnottingham #jobvacancy #jobs #southwell #newarkandsherwood #notts #nottinghamshire #nottingham #churchofengland #cofe #cathedrals #cathedralsofinstagram #cathedralgram #cathedralsofengland #churchjobs #dreamjob #verger #vergers

Who do you think wrote this? Why? Want to look at

Who do you think wrote this?
Why? Want to look at hidden stories from history? Take a forensic look at our buildings archaeology?

Join us for this year’s annual Discovery Day! - Tuesday 5th Sept 9.30am - 4.00pm
A chance to discover the hidden treasures of the Minster with a wide variety of workshops, talks, tours and activities.
Our opening talk will be 'Introduction to Buildings Archaeology' from Dr James Wright.
Throughout the day discover a variety of minster treasures and hidden gems, the towers, historic library, beautiful gardens, singing, embroidery, minster flowers and more!

Tickets cost £20.
For more information and to book your place, please visit: https://southwellminster.org/discovery2023

Please get in touch if you have any questions about the day.

#discoveryday #adultlearning #learning #discover #history #art #archaeology #music #minster #southwell #southwellminster #cathedralgram #Graffiti #ancientGraffiti #forensicarchaeology #forensicarchitecture #cathedrals #cathedralsofinstagram

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

Imagine what kind of creative mind crafted this sp

Imagine what kind of creative mind crafted this spectacular green man?!

If you think you have what it takes to imagine your own green man and paint them to life then why not join us on Friday 28th July for our
'Paint a Green man workshop' with artist Elaine Winter 🎨🖌
Make your own paint from plant based sources and create an artwork inspired by our award-winning carvings!
£5per child (must be accompanied). BOOK HERE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/southwell-minster-paint-a-green-man-workshop-with-artist-elaine-winter-tickets-647155388187

This workshop is happening as part of our extra special Family Fun Day: PLANET EARTH🌍 this summer coinciding with Luke Jerram Studio's GAIA installation here at Southwell Minster.

Join us on Friday 28th July from 10am-3pm in the Minster & Palace Gardens for family fun activities, crafts, games & a science-hub 🌎🔭
https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/informal-family-fun/

#southwell #notts #nottingham #nottinghamshire #eastmidlands #freestuffforkids #summerholidays #greenman #craft #workshop #thingstodowithkids #gaia #cathedralsofinstagram #cathedral #ecochurch #cathedralphotography #englishcathedral #cathedralgram #church #minster #cathedral #churcharchitecture #churchmypassion #england #architecture #history

Christmas Card Competition! ❄️☃️ We are ru

Christmas Card Competition! ❄️☃️
We are running a new competition to showcase the many wonderful images, paintings and drawings you have, or can make, of Southwell Minster – but there’s a catch, the theme is ‘Christmas’.
Your submissions can be any media you like, e.g. photographs, paintings, drawings, artwork – in fact anything as long as it’s on the theme of Southwell Minster at Christmas. The winning entry will then be used as the official image for the Minster’s 2023 Christmas Card.
For more info and how to enter please visit https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-competition/

#christmas #christmascard #christmascards #cathedral #minster #notts #southwell #competition

We're so excited about our extra special Family Fu

We're so excited about our extra special Family Fun Day: PLANET EARTH🌍 this summer coinciding with
@lukejerramartist #GAIA installation here at Southwell Minster.

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

Join us 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).

Please note: This 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

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

Booking is now open for our Adult Learning 'Discov

Booking is now open for our Adult Learning 'Discovery Day' 2023 🔎

With a wide range of topics, tours and workshops, who knew that learning could be so much fun! Choose up to 3 different workshops in Art, Archaeology, History and Music and learn something new on 5th September.

Tickets cost £20 per person and are available to purchase on our website or in person via the Cathedral Shop. Book early to avoid disappointment.

www.southwellminster.org/discovery2023

Please get in touch if you have any questions about the day.

#discoveryday #adultlearning #learning #discover #history #art #archaeology #music #minster #southwell #southwellminster #cathedralgram

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

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Join us for worship today at one of our Sunday services:

7.40am The Litany
8am Holy Communion
10am Cathedral Eucharist*
3.30pm Evensong*
4.45pm Westgate/Friends in Faith Harvest Service

*also livestreamed

All are warmly welcome🙏

Watch the livestream @

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28 Sep

A very special guest will be playing at The Organathon on Sat @ 1pm
7yo George is the youngest ever organist to play at the Minster!
He’s helping to raise funds for the refurbishment of our magnificent Organ. Come hear him play! You can also sponsor him @ https://www.southwellminster.org/organathon

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28 Sep

Just 1 month til our famous Bramley Apple Festival returns! Come and enjoy all the delicious food and drink on offer.
See you there! 🍏🍏🍏

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