Southwark Cathedral is a vibrant place of worship and prayer, with a busy programme of music, heritage, tours, talks and family events.

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Current Exhibitions

Mudlarking - Treasures from the Thames | Permanent Exhibition

undefinedA rotating display of objects discovered on the Thames foreshore by members of London’s mudlarking community, presented in the exhibition cases in the Cathedral Link. Throughout the year different mudlarks present their finds and creative responses to the river’s history.

It is free to visit. For more information, visit the exhibition page.

 

 

Water in London | 18 April - 17 May 2026

Along the railings outside of the Cathedral, expect to see a diverse range of photographic work showing London water from fountains to small rivers and lakes and of the Thames. This is water as playground and work place. Presented by the Royal Photography Society London Region.

It is free to visit. For more information, visit the exhibition page.

 

 

Upcoming Exhibition

Threads and Petals | 9 - 16 May 2026

undefinedAn exhibition of flowers and vestments in the Retrochoir and Sanctuary. The Jubilee copes, Comper vestments and Talbot cope will be some of the highlights. It will spotlight the skill, creativity, and dedication of the Cathedral’s volunteer broderers and flower arrangers.

It is free to visit. For more information, visit the exhibition page.

 

 

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Shakespeare

Shakespeare Readings

  • Venue

    Southwark Cathedral

  • Time

    13:30 - 17:00

  • Price

    Free

"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players" – As You Like It

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Tour

Shakespeare in Southwark Guided Walk

  • Venue

    Bankside and Borough

  • Time

    15:00 - 16:30

  • Price

    £12

Led by our experienced and knowledgeable Cathedral Guides, this is an opportunity to explore Southwark at a leisurely pace

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Theatre

The Handlebards | As You Like It

  • Venue

    Churchyard

  • Time

    19:00 - 21:00

  • Price

    £17.50 (concessions available)

Join the troupe for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’

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Talk

Liturgies of the Wild | Dr Martin Shaw

  • Venue

    Southwark Cathedral

  • Time

    19:00 - 20:30

  • Price

    £5

Join writer, mythographer and Christian thinker Dr Martin Shaw discussing 'Liturgies of the Wild' with Sir Mark Rylance & Dr Rowan Williams.

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