St Albans Cathedral

14/10/2026

Tonight's Alban Devotion explores a timely question: how can we reclaim a night often associated with fear, darkness and commercialism, and rediscover themes of light, hope and community?

Revd Jason Wratten reflects on Light Parties, Halloween, and the Christian story that offers a different vision for the night.

Light Party: https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/Event/light-party

14/10/2026

On Sunday we celebrated our Harvest Festival, giving thanks for God’s generous provision.

Here is the Cathedral Choir singing Hylton Stewart’s beautiful setting of Psalm 23: “Thou shalt prepare a table before me… my cup shall be full.” 🌾

Thank you to everyone who brought tins, dried goods and toiletries for Verso Foodbank. We collect for them all year round, so it’s not too late to give: bring donations along any Sunday. Their wish list is on our website, or you can donate to the Verso Care Fund. 🧡

https://www.verso.church/verso-care

14/10/2026

🎆⏰ Just 48 hours left to save! ⏰🎆

The clock is ticking on Early Bird tickets for the St Albans Fireworks Spectacular.

Join thousands of people for a spectacular evening of fireworks, entertainment and community spirit, all while supporting Isabel Hospice and Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline ❤️

Don't miss your chance to secure the best ticket prices before they end.

🎟️ Book now: www.stalbanscathedral.org/fireworks



📷 Paul Wilkinson

14/10/2026

✨ The Cathedral Choir at Christmas ✨

Friday 11 December, 7.30pm
St Albans Cathedral

Join the Cathedral Choir for an evening of much-loved carols and Christmas favourites, sung by candlelight in the Cathedral.

🎟 Tickets
£16 Central Nave
£10 Side Aisles (restricted view)
£10 Under 18s

Book early to avoid disappointment: https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/Event/cathedral-choir-at-christmas

The concert is generously sponsored by Frost's Estate Agents and St Albans High School for Girls. Their support covers the costs of the evening, so every ticket sold goes directly to the Cathedral's music programme, which reaches hundreds of local children and young people every week.

Bring your family and friends, and join us for an evening to remember.

13/10/2026

Today is the feast of St Edward the Confessor — King, saint, and peacekeeper.

You’ll find him among the saints on our High Altar Screen, a quiet reminder of humility and service at the heart of leadership. We pray for our sovereign King Charles and all who serve our nation under him.

13/10/2026

🎵 What happens when you take away everything except sound?

This November, experience something truly extraordinary at St Albans Cathedral. In The Dark: HUSH invites you to step into complete darkness, where music becomes your only guide.

Surrounded by live musicians, with no visual distractions, every note, breath and movement takes on new meaning. It’s an immersive journey designed to heighten your senses and help you rediscover the power of listening.

✨ No distractions. No expectations. Just you, the music, and everything you'll discover along the way.

Book now: https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/event/in-the-dark-hush

12/10/2026

Missed out on Bayeux Tapestry tickets? Fear not, history fans. Your Norman era is NOT cancelled.

Tomorrow, join our 1077 and All That tour at St Albans Cathedral! Discover Norman building, medieval power plays and nearly 1,000 years of history. Plus, our very own tapestry - with no blinding errors in sight. 😉

🎟️ Book your tour here: https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/Event/1077-and-all-that

And the history doesn’t have to end when your allotted time is up! Explore the ancient cathedral grounds, discover Roman ruins and even pop into a pub that claims to be England’s oldest (don’t make us turn the comments off!). Who knows — your day’s exploits might inspire a tapestry of your own… 🧵

11/10/2026

Join us for our Choral Eucharist on the Nineteenth Sunday after Trinity as we celebrate Harvest Festival. 🌾

📅 Sunday 11 October, 11.30am
🗣️ The Revd Canon Dr Tim Lomax, Diocesan Director of Mission & Ministry
🎶 Berkeley’s Missa Brevis and Wood’s Oculi omnium
🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PmjLSxEG_E

10/10/2026

🌾 Join us tomorrow as we celebrate Harvest Festival at St Albans Cathedral!

We will be giving thanks for the gifts of the harvest throughout our Sunday services, and reflecting on the importance of sharing what we have with others.

Our 9.30am All-Age Eucharist will be a particularly lovely opportunity for families to celebrate together.

We will also be collecting donations for Verso Care, supporting local families in need.

🍂 Everyone is warmly welcome!

Find out more about our Harvest celebrations and how you can contribute:

Join us as we celebrate Harvest time at our morning services.