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Commissioned after plague and destruction, reverently restored #DivineLight

East Window (1359) - Carlisle Cathedral

The wonderful Curvilinear East Window remains one of the largest and most complex examples of Flowing Decorated Gothic tracery in England.

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Commissioned after plague and destruction, reverently restored #DivineLight East Window (1359) - Carlisle Commissioned after plague and destruction, reverently restored #DivineLight East Window (1359) - Carlisle Commissioned after plague and destruction, reverently restored #DivineLight East Window (1359) - Carlisle
January 6, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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"a glorious explosion of colour" #DivineLight

Rose Window (1989) - St Albans Cathedral

Sixty-four openings of 18,000 pieces of hand-blown ‘antique glass’ as creation and the created universe, Alan Younger (1933–2004)

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January 5, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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‘open without fence or fee’

Cloister Windows (1920s) - Chester Cathedral #DivineLight

Thirty-four windows with 130 lights, presented as an Anglican calendar, most from the studio of F.C. Eden (1864–1944) and A.K. Nicholson (1871–1937)

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Thirty-four windows with 130 lights, presented as an Anglican calendar, most from the studio of F.C. Eden (1864–1944) and A.K. Nicholson (1871–1937), alongside designs by Chester artist Trena Cox (1895–1980) Thirty-four windows with 130 lights, presented as an Anglican calendar, most from the studio of F.C. Eden (1864–1944) and A.K. Nicholson (1871–1937), alongside designs by Chester artist Trena Cox (1895–1980)
January 4, 2026 at 9:12 AM
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West Window (constructed c.1500, glass installed by 1509) - St George’s Chapel, Windsor

75 lights containing stained-glass painted figures, of which 65 survive from before 1509, including some by Flemish glazier (and King’s glazier from 1505) Barnard Flower

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West Window (constructed c.1500, glass installed by 1509) - St George’s Chapel, Windsor
January 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM
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Imposing and enchanting. One of my absolute favourites for #DivineLight today.

Overlooking the south-west transept of Lincoln Cathedral, the kaleidoscopic ‘Bishop’s Eye’ window.

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January 2, 2026 at 9:18 AM
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Hello #2026 and #DivineLight continues with the Glazing Master Scheme (1887–1910) at Truro Cathedral

This unified glazing scheme affords a remarkable insight into the High Victorian mind.

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Hello #2026 and #DivineLight continues with the Glazing Master Scheme (1887–1910) at Truro Hello #2026 and #DivineLight continues with the Glazing Master Scheme (1887–1910) at Truro Hello #2026 and #DivineLight continues with the Glazing Master Scheme (1887–1910) at Truro
January 1, 2026 at 11:58 AM
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Chagall Window (1978) - Chichester Cathedral #DivineLight

Commissioned by Dean Walter Hussey, designed by Marc Chagall

Predominantly red, with a number of small figures throughout. Some of these are people, some animals, and a few are part-animal and part-human.
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Chagall Window (1978) - Chichester #DivineLight Commissioned by Dean Walter Hussey, designed by Marc Chagall (1887–1985).
December 31, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Jonah the sole survivor #DivineLight

Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford – Jonah Window (1631).

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December 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Stairway to heaven.

The term ‘wall of glass’ is overused today, but at Gloucester it is a medieval reality.

#DivineLight Great East Window (c.1360), Gloucester Cathedral

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The term ‘wall of glass’ is overused today, but at Gloucester it is a medieval reality. Between 1345 and 1355 the quire of St Peter’s Abbey (now Gloucester Cathedral) was remodelled to make it a fit resting place for King Edward II. As part of this Perpendicular remodelling the east wall of the Cathedral was demolished and a new giant window was installed.
December 31, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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One of Wells Cathedral’s greatest treasures: the Jesse Window.

This #DivineLight is part of a seven-window scheme that forms a beautiful reredos above and around the high altar.

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One of Wells Cathedral’s greatest treasures: the Jesse Window. It is part of a seven-window scheme that forms a beautiful reredos above and around the high altar. It dates from c.1340 and is approximately 90 per cent original medieval glass. The artists are unknown, but it is clear from the window’s internal stylistic variations that three were involved. One of Wells Cathedral’s greatest treasures: the Jesse Window. It is part of a seven-window scheme that forms a beautiful reredos above and around the high altar. It dates from c.1340 and is approximately 90 per cent original medieval glass. The artists are unknown, but it is clear from the window’s internal stylistic variations that three were involved. One of Wells Cathedral’s greatest treasures: the Jesse Window. It is part of a seven-window scheme that forms a beautiful reredos above and around the high altar. It dates from c.1340 and is approximately 90 per cent original medieval glass. The artists are unknown, but it is clear from the window’s internal stylistic variations that three were involved.
December 28, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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Jumbled imagery and a chequered history make for a magnificent sight for our next #DivineLight

The Great West Window (glass replaced after 1660) at Winchester

Why so jumbled? Find out on our website here ⤵️

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Jumbled imagery and a chequered history make for a magnificent sight for our next #DivineLight The Great West Window (glass replaced after 1660) at Winchester Cathedral Jumbled imagery and a chequered history make for a magnificent sight for our next #DivineLight The Great West Window (glass replaced after 1660) at Winchester Cathedral
December 27, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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This absolute beauty for Boxing Day #DivineLight, a touching memorial to marriage and faith.

The Holderness Window (1905) at Chelmsford Cathedral was designed by Henry Holiday, an artist who was influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.

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The Holderness Window (1905) at Chelmsford was designed by Henry Holiday, an artist who (as is evident from the window itself) was profoundly influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The Holderness Window (1905) at Chelmsford was designed by Henry Holiday, an artist who (as is evident from the window itself) was profoundly influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
December 26, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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#DivineLight for #ChristmasDay, Tthe Virgin Mary gloriously reinstalled in the Lady Chapel at Rochester Cathedral.

Annunciation Window (c.1910–18)

Mary is depicted dressed in a deep-blue robe symbolising humility and heavenly grace.

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#DivineLight for #ChristmasDay, Tthe Virgin Mary gloriously reinstalled in the Lady Chapel at Rochester. Annunciation Window (c.1910–18)
December 25, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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"Cathedrals across the land have their doors wide open to welcome all people to encounter the truth of God come among us in the Christ child, born into poverty, vulnerable and in danger, the child of a refugee family."

This Christmas: A Message from @englishcathedrals

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This Christmas: A Message from the Association of English Cathedrals - The Association of English Cathedrals
This Christmas the story of Christ’s birth echoes again the reality of our world today, when millions of people like Mary and Joseph are vulnerable & in danger.
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December 24, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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This stunner for #DivineLight today is a pre-Raphaelite window of biblical women

Bradford Cathedral's magnificent West Window (1864) by the firm Heaton, Butler & Bayne, with of designs by Robert Turnill Bayne & Alfred Hassam, is a favourite of staff and visitors
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Bradford Cathedral’s magnificent West Window (1864) by the firm Heaton, Butler & Bayne, consisting of designs by Robert Turnill Bayne and Alfred Hassam, is a favourite of staff and visitors alike. Bradford Cathedral’s magnificent West Window (1864) by the firm Heaton, Butler & Bayne, consisting of designs by Robert Turnill Bayne and Alfred Hassam, is a favourite of staff and visitors alike. Bradford Cathedral’s magnificent West Window (1864) by the firm Heaton, Butler & Bayne, consisting of designs by Robert Turnill Bayne and Alfred Hassam, is a favourite of staff and visitors alike.
December 24, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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Rescued! #DivineLight

East Walk of the Cloister (1953)

Much of the medieval glass in Bristol Cathedral was blown out in the Blitz of January 1941. Some of the rescued fragments were included in a schemeto glaze in the cloister that was carried out in 1951.

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Much of the medieval glass in Bristol Cathedral was blown out in the Bristol Blitz of January 1941. Some of the rescued fragments were included in a schemeto glaze in the cloister that was carried out in 1951.
December 23, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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Some proper history for #DivineLIght today.

Susanna Window (c.1500) at St Edmundsbury Cathedral

The oldest glass in the Cathedral – it is thought to have been made in Rouen, France, in the early sixteenth century.

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The Susanna Window contains the oldest glass in St Edmundsbury Cathedral – it is thought to have been made in Rouen, France, in the early sixteenth century. The glass was collected from other parts of the building and placed in the chancel window in the 1820s, when the Cathedral was the Parish Church of St James. Later in the nineteenth century it was moved to its present location in the far south-west corner.
December 22, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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Tribute to a dynasty of glaziers #DivineLight

Three generations of the Drake family worked as glaziers at Exeter Cathedral, and all three are associated with this window.

Drake Memorial Window and Blessed James of Ulm, Patron of Glaziers (1921).

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Tribute to a dynasty of glaziers #DivineLight Three generations of the Drake family worked as glaziers at Exeter Cathedral, and all three are associated with this window. Drake Memorial Window and Blessed James of Ulm, Patron of Glaziers (1921). Tribute to a dynasty of glaziers #DivineLight Three generations of the Drake family worked as glaziers at Exeter Cathedral, and all three are associated with this window. Drake Memorial Window and Blessed James of Ulm, Patron of Glaziers (1921).
December 21, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Commemorating a bishop’s work with children #DivineLight

The Children’s Window (1905) at Wakefield Cathedral is dedicated to William Walsham How, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Wakefield. Walsham How was commonly known as ‘the children’s bishop’.

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The Children’s Window (1905) - Wakefield Cathedral This window is dedicated to the memory of William Walsham How, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Wakefield. Walsham How was commonly known as ‘the children’s bishop’ due to the work he had done in London’s East End while serving as Bishop of Bedford. He was also a favourite bishop of Queen Victoria’s.
December 20, 2025 at 6:15 AM
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History has been made.

A mother and daughter have been appointed as alto lay vicars in two of our cathedrals – making history in doing so.

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A mother and daughter have been appointed as alto lay vicars in two of our cathedrals – making history in doing so. A mother and daughter have been appointed as alto lay vicars in two of our cathedrals – making history in doing so.
December 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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A bit different but equally wonderful #DivineLight today.

We're looking at Christopher Wren’s use of clear glass throughout St Paul’s Cathedral (1710) that emphasising clarity, understanding and direct communion with God.

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We're looking at Christopher Wren’s use of clear glass throughout St Paul’s Cathedral (1710). By allowing clear divine light to infuse the sacred space, Wren departed from the shadowy interiors of medieval Catholic churches, emphasising clarity, understanding and direct communion with God. We're looking at Christopher Wren’s use of clear glass throughout St Paul’s Cathedral (1710). By allowing clear divine light to infuse the sacred space, Wren departed from the shadowy interiors of medieval Catholic churches, emphasising clarity, understanding and direct communion with God. We're looking at Christopher Wren’s use of clear glass throughout St Paul’s Cathedral (1710). By allowing clear divine light to infuse the sacred space, Wren departed from the shadowy interiors of medieval Catholic churches, emphasising clarity, understanding and direct communion with God.
December 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Christ as the #DivineLight of the World

Fifty-six panes of vibrant coloured glass designed by Linda Hadfield (b. 1957) for Laurence King’s (1907–81) 1950s Lantern Tower at Blackburn Cathedral

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December 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Wow! Lichfield Cathedral looking amazing this Christmas.
The Robin’s Reward, #Illuminos.
Monday 15 - Sunday 21 December 17:30
📷 Bruce Adams - Daily Mail
Wow! Lichfield cathedral looking amazing this Christmas. The Robin’s Reward, #Illuminos. Monday 15 - Sunday 21 December 17:30 📷 Bruce Adams - Daily Mail
December 17, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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St Wilfrid Window (1977), #RiponCathedral

This striking window by Harry Harvey, a renowned York artist is in memory of Charles Sykes, a successful businessman in the wool trade.

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St Wilfrid Window (1977), Ripon This striking window is by Harry Harvey, a renowned York artist, and dates from 1977. It was given in memory of Charles Sykes, who was a successful businessman in the West Yorkshire wool trade. St Wilfrid Window (1977), Ripon This striking window is by Harry Harvey, a renowned York artist, and dates from 1977. It was given in memory of Charles Sykes, who was a successful businessman in the West Yorkshire wool trade.
December 17, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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The Revd Canon Dr Stephen Evans has been appointed as the new Dean of Southwell.

Dr Evans has been Rector of St Marylebone in central London for the last sixteen years, and before served as Rector of Uppingham and the Rural Dean of Rutland.

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New Dean for Southwell Minster Announced - The Association of English Cathedrals
Stephen will be installed as the Dean of Southwell at Choral Evensong in Southwell Minster on 19th April 2026 at 3.30pm.
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December 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM