Heritage Week 2016

Heritage Week 2016

We have an exciting programme of events for Heritage Week (20-28 August) this year. Everything is completely free of charge but some may require registration owing to limited numbers.

Organ Recitals

Saturday 20th and 27th at 18.15
Free recitals showcasing the Cathedral’s mighty Willis Organ, widely regarded as the finest organ in Ireland and with all the performance action relayed on a giant screen

Bellringing Tours

Saturday 20th and 27th at 10.00, 12.00, 14.00, 16.00
Each tour will last about 45 minutes and will include a demonstration on six bells. Participants must be over 12 years of age, physically fit, and comfortable in tight spaces. Registration essential

Music for Lunch

22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th at 13.15
The popular Music for Lunch recital series takes place daily in the intimate surroundings of the recently refurbished Lady Chapel. A great line up of musicians this series performing a mixture music.

Jazz in the Nave

22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th at 18.15
Jazz in the nave featuring a host of exciting musicians. Full line up available on the Calendar. Advanced registration is recommended.

Talks and Tours

Booking essential for all talks and tours
Albert Fenton, 22nd at 19.30, “Church of Ireland Women and the Easter Rising”. Details and registration
Eoin C. Bairéad, 23rd at 19.30, “Where were the Liberties?”
Details and registration
Gavan Woods, 24th at 19.30, “Cathedral Conservation & Restoration”,
Details and registration
Linda Taylor, 25th at 11.00, “The Forgotten Parish of St Luke’s”,
Details and registration
James Howley, 25th at 19.30, “The Deanery of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral.” Details and registration

Free tours of the Cathedral

22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, and 26th at 16.00
Join the Cathedral guides for a free tour of the Cathedral