This summer, Sheffield Cathedral will be transformed into a vibrant tapestry of colour, silk, and sacred storytelling, as it welcomes the stunning exhibition Threads through the Cross by renowned textile artist Jacqui Parkinson. Opening on Thursday 7 August, the exhibition invites visitors on a powerful journey through the final days of Jesus’s life – and what came after – told through 18 bold and beautiful stitched panels.
Sheffield Cathedral is thrilled to announce that Christine Barker, a dedicated volunteer for six years, has been named the recipient of the Association of English Cathedrals’ Volunteer of the Year Award. Dean Abi made the announcement during the recent Volunteers’ Week celebrations, which came as a wonderful surprise to Christine.
Sheffield Cathedral marked Volunteers’ Week 2025 with a special Afternoon Tea in the Nave, honouring the many volunteers who give their time, care, and energy to support the life and work of the Cathedral.
This June, Sheffield Cathedral’s much-loved 1554 Coffee and Gift Shop celebrates 10 years of serving more than just coffee. Since opening in 2015, 1554 has grown from a modest idea into a vibrant community hub in the heart of the city - a welcoming space where good coffee, conversation, and connection come together every day.
Sheffield Cathedral and South Yorkshire Supertram are calling on all dogs and their owners to take part in a 2026 dog calendar contest.
From 30 June to 11 July, the #StrikeAPaws competition will be searching for 12 four-legged legends to feature in the official Sheffield Cathedral Dogs 2026 Calendar.