Shining a light on...the organ

Schedule

Sun Mar 15 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Southwell Minster | Southwell, EN

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Tour: Shining a light on the workings and the magnificence of the organs at Southwell Minster in Nottinghamshire
About this Event

Shining a light on: the organ
Sunday 15th March 2026
at 1pm-2pm
in the Cathedral, Southwell Minster

Join a member of Southwell Minster music department to take a rare behind the scenes look at the organ! See the ins and outs of both the Minster’s organs, including some parts not usually open to the public. Get to understand better how organs work, and see one of the Minster’s organists close up as they perform on one of the organs.


Please note:
! Much of this tour is at at height
! With steep steps and narrow passageways
! Please wear sensible footwear
! We do not recommend this tour for people with mobility issues

Booking is essential and tours are limited to a maximum of 8 people so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour start time to help us start on time. Under 16s must be under direct supervision of a responsible adult at all times whilst taking part in tours.


Your tour will be lead by a member of our music department, either:


Paul Provost

Paul has been Rector Chori (Director of Music) at Southwell Minster since 2017, where he is responsible for the cathedral’s music provision, including directing the Cathedral Choir of girl choristers, boy choristers and lay clerks.


Jonathan Allsopp

Jonny has been Assistant Director of Music at Southwell Minster since 2019, where he is the principal accompanist to the Cathedral Choir, playing for all choral services in the cathedral

Tickets cost £15 (plus booking fee)


TALK SERIES:

Shine a Light on…: we are shining a light on aspects of the Minster’s life, history & heritage.

Whether you’re an enthusiast or simply curious, join us for fascinating insights from academics, experts, and our own passionate guides.

Tickets may be bought in advance through Eventbrite or the Cathedral shop, or on the door.

This series of talks complements Luke Jerram’s magnificent ‘Helios’ (sun) installation which will be in the Minster in July / August 2026.

FIND OUT MORE: Talks Programme | Southwell Minster


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Southwell Minster, Church Street, Southwell, United Kingdom

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