Tales from the Cathedral Library: Why do we have Roman Catholic works in our cathedral library?
George Bell House, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester, PO19 1PX
Tuesday 16th June 2026 10:00AM
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.
16 June: Why do we have Roman Catholic works in our cathedral library?
After 1570 it would have been illegal to hold Roman Catholic books in your home, yet cathedral and university college libraries obtained such books to engage in controversies and for many scholars Catholic works were well respected. What books are we talking about with regard to Chichester?
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.
16 June: Why do we have Roman Catholic works in our cathedral library?
After 1570 it would have been illegal to hold Roman Catholic books in your home, yet cathedral and university college libraries obtained such books to engage in controversies and for many scholars Catholic works were well respected. What books are we talking about with regard to Chichester?
Event Details
From 10:00AM to 11:30AM
Location
George Bell House, 4 Canon Lane, Chichester, PO19 1PXPrice
Ticket price
£5.00
