Name: Tales from the Cathedral Library: When, how, and by whom was the Church of England established?
Start: 2026-04-21T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-04-21T11:30:00+01:00
Location: 4 Canon Lane, Chichester, PO19 1PT, United Kingdom

Tales from the Cathedral Library: When, how, and by whom was the Church of England established?

Discover the stories hidden within Chichester Cathedral’s historic library through our Tuesday morning workshop series, Tales from the Cathedral Library.
Each session offers a chance to explore fascinating manuscripts, rare books, and other treasures, and to discuss their significance for the Church - both then and today.
Step behind the scenes of one of Chichester’s most remarkable spaces and learn about the Cathedral Library’s treasures in a welcoming, intimate setting - where every item has a story to tell - led by Cathedral Sub-Librarian Dr Andrew Foster and Canon Chancellor, the Rev'd Dr Earl Collins.
Held in the Dresden Room, George Bell House, sessions last approximately one and a half hours and conclude with coffee, conversation, and a moment to reflect on the morning’s discoveries.
21 April: When, how, and by whom was the Church of England established?
Not as easy as it might seem: are we thinking of the original break with Rome under Henry VIII, the ‘Elizabethan Settlement of 1559-62’, or some later date? And what roles do we assign to Archbishops Cranmer, Parker and Whitgift? What about life for the humble clergy and their parishioners?
Space cost £5.00 per session and prior booking is essential.