What Do Friends Do?

Be A Part Of It

The Friends are a group of like-minded people who wish to become involved in the community and life of Canterbury Cathedral. The Friends provide a channel for individuals to show their support by joining in with activities and with direct giving

Projects

The Friends have given millions of pounds towards many projects to help support the buildings, ornaments, furnishings and the life of the Cathedral.

Projects have included:

• 2010 Restoration Christ Church Gates £250,000
• 2009 Howley Harrison Library £230,000
• 2007 Cathedral Chairs £270,000
• 2006 Cathedral Restoration £500,000
• 1993 Nave Floor Repaving £153,600
• 1990 Christ Church Gate Statue £135,900
• 1987 Martyrdom Chapel of the Sword Point £23,115
• 1972 New Stained Glass Workshop and Stonemasons Yard £58,000
• 1967 Repairs to Bell Harry £192,900
• 1948 Rebuilding of the organ £364,480
• 1939 Great Cloister Vault blazoning of 800 shields of arms £85,672
(Figures are expressed in 2010 prices)


• Full list of projects the Friends have contributed towards (PDF)

Membership Benefits

• Free entry to the Cathedral and its Precincts.
• 10% discount at the Cathedral Shop (except for books and videos).
• Spring and autumn newsletters and The Chronicle, our annual publication about the life of the Cathedral.
• Our exciting Programme of Social Events including Friends' Day, the Christmas Party and an annual holiday.
• New member welcome event including a free guided tour.


• Programme of Events