Joyful Noise 2026 Events - Salisbury Cathedral

Joyful Noise 2026

A programme of different events in 2026, exploring the call to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord” and the power of sound to unite, inspire, and celebrate.

Service

Morning Prayer

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 7:30 am

A service of Bible readings, psalms and prayers, using Common Worship. This service lasts about 15 minutes and is followed directly by a service of Holy Communion.

Service

Holy Communion

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 7:45 am

A Said service of Communion lasting approximately 30 minutes, and 45 minutes on Sunday. On Sundays, a sermon will be given.

Opening Time

First Visitor Entry

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 9:30 am

The Cathedral opens to visitors from 9.30am. The Chapter House, where the Magna Carta is on display, opens from 10.00am. You can also relax and refuel at the Refectory Restaurant (open 9.30am–4.45pm) or browse for a souvenir in the Gift Shop, open throughout the day alongside the Cathedral.

Creative Calligraphy
Children and Family
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 10:00 am

Creative Calligraphy

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Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 10:15 am

Tower Tour

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Stonemasons Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 11:00 am

Stonemasons Tour

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Demonstration

Medieval Clock Demonstration

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 11:05 am

See and hear the world’s oldest working mechanical clock in action. Made in 1386 or earlier, it is mounted in an iron frame and has no dial. In the past the clock struck a bell to remind the priests to pray. Come and watch while the mechanism is unlocked allowing the clock to strike a bell as it first did over 600 years ago. This demonstration lasts 10 to 15 minutes.

Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 11:15 am

Tower Tour

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Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 12:15 pm

Tower Tour

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Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 1:15 pm

Tower Tour

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Magna Carta Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 2:00 pm

Magna Carta Tour

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Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 2:15 pm

Tower Tour

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Last Admission

Last Visitor Entry 4.15pm. Sightseeing until 5pm.

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 4:15 pm

The Cathedral remains open for sightseeing until 5pm (last entry 4.15pm), with the Gift Shop and the Chapter House and its Magna Carta exhibition also closing at 5pm. For those enjoying refreshments, the Refectory Restaurant serves until 4.45pm. Visitors are very welcome to stay for Choral Evensong or Evening Prayer at 5.30pm.

Service

The Eucharist

Wed 28 Oct 2026 | 5:30 pm

This Communion service uses liturgy from Common Worship with contemporary language and includes music provided by the choir and organ with congregational hymns and a sermon. The service lasts about 60 minutes to 75 minutes.

Service

Morning Prayer

Thu 29 Oct 2026 | 7:30 am

A service of Bible readings, psalms and prayers, using Common Worship. This service lasts about 15 minutes and is followed directly by a service of Holy Communion.

Service

Holy Communion

Thu 29 Oct 2026 | 7:45 am

A Said service of Communion lasting approximately 30 minutes, and 45 minutes on Sunday. On Sundays, a sermon will be given.

Opening Time

First Visitor Entry

Thu 29 Oct 2026 | 9:30 am

The Cathedral opens to visitors from 9.30am. The Chapter House, where the Magna Carta is on display, opens from 10.00am. You can also relax and refuel at the Refectory Restaurant (open 9.30am–4.45pm) or browse for a souvenir in the Gift Shop, open throughout the day alongside the Cathedral.

Tower Tour
Guided Tour
Thu 29 Oct 2026 | 10:15 am

Tower Tour

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