Ten years since the dig that found King Richard III
1st August 2022August 2022 brings the 10th anniversary of the Greyfriars archaeological dig in Leicester, which uncovered the remains of King's remains.
News & Stories
Joining UK faith institutions in global divestment announcement
5th July 2022Leicester Cathedral and diocese are among 35 faith institutions from seven countries announcing divestment from fossil fuel companies.
Taking action to protect the planet
27th June 2022A summary of our climate change story so far including recent decisions to disinvest in fossil fuel companies
New stone grotesques arrive at Leicester Cathedral
19th May 2022Four newly carved creatures with special symbolism for Leicestershire will be installed on the Cathedral walls
Bishop and Dean pay tribute to former Leicestershire Police Chief Constable
30th March 2022They join thousands in mourning the loss of Simon Cole
Cathedrals are at the heart of Covid recovery says lead Dean.
18th March 2022The Dean of Leicester speaks as national reports are published
Bishops and Archbishops call us to unite in prayer for Ukraine
24th February 2022The Bishops of Leicester and Loughborough have called for time to be set aside for prayer
New Bishop of Loughborough welcomed at special Cathedral service hosted by Brockington College
5th February 2022The Lord Lieutenant, civic guests, school children and students were among the attending the service which featured eagles and Indian languages
Cathedral on the move as the building is closed until 2023
4th January 2022The Leicester Cathedral Revealed project is underway with extensive building works inside and out
Leicester Cathedral is on the move!
6th December 2021As the Leicester Cathedral Revealed project progresses, the last service in the building will be held on Sunday 2 January 2022. After that the building will close its doors until autumn 2023, for long awaited major repair and restoration works and the construction of a new visitor and learning centre, to be known as the Chapter House.