NEW WONDER OF CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE
- ESP Online
- Sep 22
- 2 min read
There’s a new Wonder of Christmas experience coming to Peterborough Cathedral this year along with the first ever Christmas Tree Festival.
From November 19 to December 4 (on selected evenings), you can enjoy an all new event that begins in Cathedral Square where you’ll follow a guiding light to the great Norman Arch leading you through to an amazing new display.
The Dean of Peterborough, the Very Reverend Chris Dalliston, said - “Christmas at the Cathedral is always special, but this year we are creating something truly unforgettable. The Wonder of Christmas will bring together light, music, creativity and community spirit, while also pointing us back to the birth of Christ, the reason we celebrate this season.”
The Norman Arch will be framed by a circle of light. As you step through the curtains at the entrance ready for a dramatic reveal, you’ll be covered with a flurry of snow and there’ll be two towering Nutcracker figures greeting you.
Outside the Cathedral, the historic buildings and trees will be bathed in shifting colours of light and you can grab that family selfie next to a magnificent sleigh and reindeer on the lawn.
There’ll be white festoon lights leading the way towards the majestic West Front and inside the Cathedral, the wonder continues with snow falling softly as you step into the nave and follow an immersive trail of light and sound, guiding you through the sacred spaces.
Look up and you’ll see a breathtaking projection on the medieval ceiling, where the star lights the way.
Giant papier-mâché reindeer, beautifully decorated by local schools will be positioned within the displays along with over twenty Christmas trees, each lovingly dressed by local community groups in the inaugural Christmas Tree Festival which continues into the New Year.
Alongside the evening light trail, the brand-new Christmas Tree Festival will run during the day until January 4 (entry by suggested donation). By night, it will form part of the full immersive experience. Both events are generously supported by Peterborough City Council and Peterborough Positive, ensuring that the Cathedral remains at the heart of the city’s festive celebrations.
Pep Cipriano, Chief Operating Officer at Peterborough Positive, said - “We’re delighted to support the Cathedral’s Christmas celebrations. It promises to be a wonderful festive experience in and around the precincts, with plenty for families and visitors of all ages to enjoy.
“This year Cathedral Square and St John’s Square will come alive with markets, Santa’s grotto, and seasonal illuminations, adding to the city’s Christmas cheer. By working together with the Cathedral and City Council, we hope to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for all.”
Tickets are on sale now for The Wonder of Christmas at Peterborough Cathedral. Step through the arch, follow the star, and be part of an unforgettable festive celebration.
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