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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 6h

Join us this Sunday, 4 October, Harvest, for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.00 am All-Ages Eucharist 10.30 am Choral Eucharist 3.30 pm County Harvest Festival

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 22h

We launched the 2027 Dogs in the Cathedral Calendar today! You can now buy yours in the Cathedral Shop for just £10. They make an excellent Christmas present 🐶Thanks to our partners, Tom Soper Photography and Premier Print.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October’s Dogs of the Cathedral Calendar model is Bella the American Eskimo Dog whose owner is also American! Bella was scouted for her modelling debut when out for a walk on the south lawn and happily agreed to feature. Dogs are welcome at the Cathedral, if they are well-behaved and, on a lead🐕‍🦺

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join us for our Autumn lecture series! Sir James MacMillan will deliver The Ronald Blythe Lecture on Friday 9 October at 7.30 pm. Then, Lord Smith will deliver The Edmund Lecture on Wednesday 4 November at 7.00 pm. Find out more and book: ow.ly/E5CN50ZRmgh

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Prisons Week encourages communities to pray for, and raise awareness of, the needs of all those connected with prisons; prisoners and their families. Bishop Joanne will preside and preach at our Prisons Week Service on Sunday 11 October at 10.30 am.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

London Concertante returns to St Edmundsbury Cathedral for an unforgettable evening of opera’s greatest showstoppers on 23 October 🎶 From Mozart and Verdi to Puccini and Rossini, enjoy soaring arias, thrilling ensembles! 🎟️- ow.ly/UEHG50ZQBuB

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Please note some upcoming changes to the menu availability at Pilgrims' Kitchen: We will be offering a limited menu of sandwiches and jacket potatoes on Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 September, and the week of Monday 5 to Friday 9 October. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

The Cathedral's official Christmas card is now available in the Cathedral Shop! This year, the featured image is from the Bury Psalter, which you can view in our Treasury.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We're looking for a Front Office Administrator and welcome job share applications. This is a key role in supporting the mission and day-to-day operations of the Cathedral, as the first point of contact for visitors, clergy, staff, and wider community. Info and to apply: ow.ly/pieP50ZRmXk

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, 27 September, Michael and All Angels, for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.00 am All-Ages Eucharist 10.30 am Festal Eucharist 3.30 pm Festal Evensong with Suffolk's Masons 5.00 pm Open Table Eucharist

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Tomorrow, Friday 25 September, the Cathedral Tower will light up pink for #OrganDonationWeek, which runs from the 21 to 27 September. Two minutes now, can save up to nine lives - confirm your decision to be an Organ Donor on the NHS organ Donor Register. It’s the best thing you’ll do today.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

And congratulations to our very own Natalie and Richard, (Liturgy and Music Administrator and Assistant Director of Music) who got married here at the Cathedral on Saturday! We all wish them every happiness as they continue their lives together 💞 📸 Owen Chad Cox

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It was a week of weddings here at St Edmundsbury last week! Firstly, congratulations to our very own James (Head Verger and Events Manager) and his wife Jess who were married here last Monday. 💞 We wish them all the very best for their next chapter. 📸 framebymichaelaainger

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Come along to St Edmundsbury Cathedral on Tuesday 6 October at 2.00 pm and join together to sing favourite hymns. This is a service for those living with dementia or similar conditions, and their carers. Refreshments will be served afterwards, to which you are very welcome.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today is #HobbitDay! To celebrate, here's some Lord of the Rings music by Howard Shore, played by our Assistant Director of Music, Richard Cook on our 2010 Harrison and Harrison organ. #LOTR #lordoftherings #organmusicic #cathedral #cathedralorgan #burystedmunds #suffolk #cofe

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Fairtrade fortnight will be Monday 21 September - Sunday 4 October. Some fairtrade items can be bought in the Cathedral Shop and Pilgrims' Kitchen as well as at the fairtrade stall after 10.30 Sunday service once each month.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We’re supporting World Mitochondrial Disease Week by lighting the Cathedral Tower green tonight! ‘Mito’ is an energy production illness that can be debilitating and life-limiting. This week, we’re joining the global campaign to raise much-needed awareness. Find out more: ow.ly/Msca50ZMB6e

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, 20 September, Trinity 16, for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.00 am All-Ages Eucharist 10.30 am Choral Eucharist with Baptism 3.30 pm Solemn Evensong 5.00 pm Organ Festival Recital

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Individuals and groups are invited to sing at St Edmundsbury Cathedral! The Diocesan Choral Festival is on Sunday 8 November, rehearsal 2.00 pm, service 3.30pm. Free to join but signing up is essential. Find out more information here: ow.ly/BKSn50ZMAs6

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Diocesan Choral Festival 2026

Individuals and groups are invited to sing in Suffolk's beautiful cathedral. Rehearsal 2.00 pm, service 3.30pm. FREE, but sign-up essential.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It was great to welcome back this year’s Youth Choir yesterday for their first Evensong of the new school year. If you know a teenager with a passion for singing and would like to know more about joining, please visit stedscathedral.org/choirs.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join us for this year's Suffolk Harvest Festival! Come along on Sunday 4 October for Harvest Activities on Angel Hill, a Harvest Luncheon at the Athenaeum, followed by our Suffolk Harvest Festival Service at the Cathedral.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We have set up a prayer station as the search continues here in Suffolk for Noah. You are welcome to come and light a candle.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This October half term, join us for The Cathedral: a Kaleidoscope of colours, patterns & shapes! Free family craft activities on Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 October 10.00 am until 12 noon. ow.ly/lYBZ50ZNXLu

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The Cathedral: A Kaleidoscope of Colours, Patterns and Shapes

Let the Cathedral inspire your creativity in fun family craft activities this October half term!

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Friday 18 and Saturday 19 September are your last chance to visit the Ancient Library free 30-minute Heritage Open Day tours! Find out more and book here: ow.ly/KLsY50ZMAeN

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Sir James MacMillan will deliver The Ronald Blythe Lecture on Friday 9 October, exploring the intersection of art & faith. Then, Lord Smith will deliver The Edmund Lecture on Wednesday 4 November, examining the parallels between ancient Abbey and the modern town. Book: ow.ly/tWyW50ZMyEX

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Today we celebrate Holy Cross Day...

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Join us on Sunday 27 September at 5.00 pm for our Open Table Eucharist. This service is for LGBTQIA+ people, their friends, families and allies. We welcome those of any faith or background, every gender identity and sexual orientation.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Learn the art of wreath-making with artisan florist, Bekah of Rose & Rhubarb. A relaxing, two hour hands-on workshop, and make a gorgeous luxury wreath. Two sessions: 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christmas-wr…

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This week's reflection is from Cathedral Chaplain, the Revd Canon Mark Haworth, who reflects on Mary and pilgrimage. youtu.be/zEwl0iYOO8I

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, 13 September, Education Sunday for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.30 am Choral Mattins 10.30 am All-Ages Eucharist 1.00 pm Holy Baptism 3.30 pm Choral Evensong with Commissioning of Readers in Training and Ordinands

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, on the 25 anniversary of 9/11, Canon Katy shares a prayer. 📸 One World Trade and Memorial; the Oculus

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Join us in standing with @samaritans.bsky.social this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💚 Suicide is not inevitable. You can interrupt someone’s suicidal thoughts. You could save a life. Find out how you can help 👉 samaritans.org/WSPDsamaritans.org/WSPD

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

To celebrate the Bury Psalter’s return to the Abbey site, we’re taking a closer look at some of its details. Today, we look closer at some devils!

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Join us Sunday 20 September at 5.00 pm for our final Summer Organ Festival performance. Enjoy the famous 1925 The Phantom of the Opera movie on the big screen as Jonathan Hope brings Lon Chaney’s Phantom to life, improvising a gloriously dark and witty score in real time. ow.ly/Trbq50ZJsZS

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Our Pram Service is at 10.15 am on select Fridays in the Lady Chapel and lasts for about 10 minutes. We share a short Bible story, a song and a simple prayer. Join us for our next short service on Friday 11 September.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord. Psalm 95.1 Today we were delighted to welcome back the Cathedral Choir after their summer break, and to admit Theodore Maher-Williams as our new Organ Scholar as well as new Head and Deputy Head Choristers.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

On Saturday 19 September we'll host our annual service, Remembering Together. This is a very special service and is for everyone who has experienced the death of a child, whatever the age and whatever the cause. This year, the service starts at 3.30 pm.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Together on Tuesday: A short, informal and friendly communion service suitable for those with dementia and their carers. Refreshments and cake ☕️🍰 is served after the service to which you are warmly welcome. Join us in the Edmund Chapel on Tuesday 8 September at 2.00pm.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, 6 September, for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.00 am All-Ages Eucharist 10.30 am Choral Eucharist with Holy Baptism 3.30 pm Choral Evensong with the admission of the Organ Scholar and Head and Deputy Head Choristers 5.00 pm Organ Festival Recital

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Tomorrow, Friday 4 September, is #NationalFoodBankDay. There is a monthly foodbank collection at the Cathedral organised by volunteers. If you'd like to contribute, you can bring donations to the Cathedral on the second Sunday of each month. The next collection will be 14 September.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join us in September as our Friday Lunchtime Recital series continues: 4 September: Lewis Wright – Baritone 11 September: Catherine May – Soprano 18 September: Andrew Wyatt – Organ 25 September: Ben Chewter – Organ Recitals start at 1.10 pm. Free admission with a retiring collection.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September’s Dogs of the Cathedral Calendar model is Zola the black Labrador. Zola is named after the South African runner, Zola Budd, but thankfully did not sprint off from our photographer! Dogs are welcome at the Cathedral, if they are well-behaved and, on a lead. 🐕‍🦺

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The Cathedral Tower will be lit yellow on Wednesday 2 September for #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. Find out more at ahmadbutler.foundation

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Our upcoming Organ Festival Recital is with Christopher Allsop on Sunday 6 September at 5.00 pm. Join us as he puts the Cathedral organ through its paces in what promises to be a wonderful evening of music. Get your free ticket here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1984620678875

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

🦇 We share our sky with 10 different bat species in Bury St Edmunds! Before solar panel work on our roofs, we commissioned a bat roost assessment. The survey found barbastelles, brown long-eared bats, noctules and more within 2km (although none roost at the Cathedral). #InternationalBatNight

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Save the date for the Suffolk Harvest Festival! Join us on Sunday 4 October for Harvest Activities on Angel Hill, a Harvest Luncheon at the Athenaeum, followed by our Suffolk Harvest Festival Service at the Cathedral.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Join us this Sunday, 30 August, Trinity 13, for: 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.00 am All-Ages Eucharist 10.30 am Sung Eucharist 3.30 pm Evening Prayer 5.00 pm Beer and Hymns

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Join us on Sunday 13 September for a special Back to School service featuring some well-loved 'assembly bangers'! We'd love for you to come along. Everyone who goes to school, or who works or volunteers in education, will receive a special blessing for the start of the new school year.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today is #NationalDogDay! Here's a sneak peek of the 2027 St Edmundsbury Cathedral Dog Calendar to celebrate. Post your own doggo in the comments below!

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The East Anglian Beer and Cider Festival begins at the Cathedral tomorrow. Please note that there may be some changes to visiting and worship during the festival. More information is available at our website: stedscathedral.org/whats-on

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