A reflective service on the eve of the 80th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) was held In Leicester Cathedral on Thursday (14 August). The occasion was attended by a congregation including civic dignitaries and esteemed military guests representing the city and county, marking the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and the end of the Second World War.
Leicester Cathedral was host to a special civic service, welcoming the new Lord Mayor of Leicester, Councillor Teresa Aldred. The service, held on Sunday 15 June 2025, was an opportunity to give thanks to God and pray for his blessings upon the City of Leicester, the work of the Lord Mayor, and all who hold public office in the city.
Leicester Cathedral was the site of a poignant and historic gathering last Wednesday (26 March 2025), as the city and county came together to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the reinterment of King Richard III.
Earlier this month, senior members of the diocese and link partner colleagues travelled to Tanzania to visit our Christian brothers and sisters in Kiteto and Mount Kilimanjaro.
Work is progressing on the final stages of building work for Leicester Cathedral’s restoration project, Leicester Cathedral Revealed. Following the removal of scaffolding, the new Heritage & Learning Centre can now be seen, including the external stonework façade, 'veil' of moulded glazed terracotta fins, and copper roof parapet.
A 'Prayer for Peace in Ukraine' Vigil was held at Leicester Cathedral on Monday (24 February 2025) to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion and war against Ukraine.
An amazing array of strange creatures were spotted in Leicester Cathedral during February half-term last week, as families came to visit, be creative and make their own grotesque.
Three new canons were installed at Leicester Cathedral during a service of evensong on Sunday (9 February). They are the Revd Dr Tom Wilson, Canon Theologian, Vivienne Froggatt, Lay Canon, and Pam Spokes, Lay Canon – Head Warden.
The service was an uplifting celebration of our diocese’s diverse intercultural communities, perfectly melded in a rich offering of music, dance, prayer and worship.
Around 100 people gathered in Leicester Cathedral on 2 October for a service in lament of homelessness. The worship was a time to reflect on the realities of homelessness and to consider how best to work together to serve those affected.
