The experience will illuminate the Cathedral’s iconic architecture from 24th – 31st October 2025 and will feature 30,000 images from our archive, weaving together centuries of history into a stunning display that honours the Cathedral’s rich heritage while celebrating its vibrant role in the present day.
This ticketed event promises to be a highlight of the anniversary year, offering an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. The first round of tickets will be on sale from June 2025.
This special event is a fundraising activity, raising vital funds for Chichester Cathedral (Registered Charity No. 1205740).
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To celebrate 950 years of religious, cultural, and civic life across the City, District, and Counties, the Diocese and Cathedral have curated a diverse program of events taking place in 2025.
In 1075, the decision was made to move the seat of the Bishop from Selsey to the more populous town of Chichester, formerly the Roman settlement known as Noviomagus. This significant move was followed by the construction of the Cathedral, a sacred place of worship and the Mother Church to the Diocese, a thriving Christian community that covers East and West Sussex.
2025 also marks the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, which resulted in the Nicene Creed—a document still recited by Christians summarizing the essence of their beliefs.
