Bards, Poets and Playwrights: A Literary Tour of Southwark Cathedral

Fri Feb 07 2025 at 02:30 pm to 03:30 pm UTC+00:00

Southwark Cathedral | London

Southwark Cathedral
Publisher/HostSouthwark Cathedral
Bards, Poets and Playwrights: A Literary Tour of Southwark Cathedral
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To celebrate Dickens' birthday join one of our knowledgeable Guides to learn about the literary figures associated with the Cathedral
About this Event

Southwark Cathedral has had a long and distinguished history. In over 900 years of Christian witness and mission, the church has seen the events of history unfold around it. Your tour with a Cathedral Guide will uncover this rich and colourful history in a both informative and entertaining manner.

Discover the many literary figures who are associated with the Southwark Cathedral. Uncover the life of John Gower, an important English court poet and friend of Chaucer. Explore the world of the 17th century theatre from Shakespeare to Massinger. Learn about Dickens' visit here.

The tour is 1 hour long, all ages are welcome.

Please meet by the Welcome Desk via the Millennium Courtyard at Southwark Cathedral.

About our Guides

Our Cathedral Guides undertake extensive training to learn 900 years of Cathedral history and volunteer their time to deliver tour and walks for the Cathedral. Many of them also work as City of London Guides and Greenwich Guides and are very knowledgeable on a wide range of subjects that they share with those who attend their tours.

Spaces are strictly limited so early booking is recommended.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

The Cathedral is located a 5 minute walk from London Bridge Mainline and Underground Station. A number of buses also serve the local area and other underground stations nearby are Cannon Street and Monument.

Unfortunately there is no parking available at the Cathedral.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please email the Visitor Engagement Officer Emily Thorne at [email protected]


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Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge, London, United Kingdom

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