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Discover a moment of wonder at Salisbury Cathedral
Fill your Advent and Christmas season with an array of festive activities at Salisbury Cathedral, perfect for creating family memories to last.
The Cathedral’s 32ft Christmas tree, adorned with over 1,000 twinkling fairy lights, will go up on 2nd December. Families are invited to enjoy the Festive Late-Night Opening on Thursday 11th December, with free entry to the Cathedral and a variety of activities: crafts, live music, behind-the-scenes tours of the private library and West Window, and photo opportunities beside the Nativity scene and floral displays.
Throughout December, families can enjoy sustainable Christmas Craft days using repurposed materials and a Christmouse Activity Trail. There will also be three performances of The Snowman: Film with Live Orchestra on Friday 19th December.
For anyone wishing to revel in some nostalgia, all six episodes of John Masefield’s much-loved classic The Box of Delights will be shown on Friday 5th December. On Saturday 20th December, don’t miss a full day of Christmas Crafts and Storytelling, ending with a festive film screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol.
The Cathedral also offers a programme of beautiful Advent and Christmas services, open to all and filled with music, candlelight and reflection.