Robert Marshall, from Wareham in Dorset, salvaged the door from Toretsk, a city in eastern Ukraine that once was home to 30,000 people. It is marked with scorch damage from the blast and has a hole blown through it. 

Artist Robert Marshall explains the installation:  

“When Russia first invaded Ukraine in 2022 I saw in the news footage a door from a bombed out house being used as a makeshift stretcher and the image stuck with me. At the time I was working with doors as a medium as part of my ‘Portals’ series and I knew I had to obtain a door from the frontline.  

A door that could tell its story and the story of millions of others. Of the heartbreak war brings to a country; of the ‘collateral damage’ that is now happening in so many wars, (a term often used by the oppressors to dilute the atrocities and the war crime of deliberately bombing civilian populations).  

The door symbolises the loss of a home, the displacement and separation of families, the loss of friends and families, the toll war has on the children.  

The aim of this door is to become not just a monument, a memorial, to all those who have had their lives turned upside down, but to be a platform for the refugees from these war zones to tell their story. For them, not to be silenced but to be heard.” 

The sculpture is being exhibited alongside stories of Ukrainian families and refugees, to highlight their experiences of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The quotes below are from members of the English language class held at Bath Abbey by Bath Welcomes Refugees. 

 Reflections by members of the English language class at the Abbey: 

“This door was once a ‘security guard’ in people’s home in Ukraine. It’s one of millions of doors that was blown out from people’s homes during the Russian invasion. Many of us Ukrainians have seen either their own homes or neighbours homes being destroyed in the past several years. Behind each door there was a family, there was a home to a previously happy life. Russians came and took it all away.” 

Nikolay Katrechko 

 “This door is very symbolic, it evokes traces of the lost happiness to have a home, loved ones, relatives and friends when nothing mattered. It’s not worth the lives of those young people – beautiful, talented, smart, which this war took. I also associate this door with the door that was opened for us Ukrainian people in England, Germany, Norway and other countries. Everyone who sees this door remembers us and the main thing is not to forget that we are people!” 

Neyali Halan 

Revd Betsy Blatchley, Bath Abbey Missioner, said: 

“At Bath Abbey we are honoured to host ‘Collateral Damage’ by Robert Marshall.  This powerful installation brings us face to face with the reality of war across our world today, and the tragedy of loss for so many innocent people. But it also speaks of survival and incredible resilience in the face of unimaginable suffering.   

In Ukraine, doors are seen not just as a physical, but also a spiritual protection. We hope that this installation can provide a focus for reflection but also encourage us to pray persistently for protection, hope and healing for all victims of war. As the door stands alongside Peace Doves, created by Peter Walker Sculptor, we pray that it will also encourage each of us to consider how we can be bringers of peace in our families, communities and nations and to commit to pray and act for peace in our wider world.” 

A Prayer   

Lord God  

We remember and pray for all those who have lost everything through war and oppression—people like us—children, young people, adults who just want to live safely and joyfully within the comfort and security of their home.   

We pray for world leaders that you will fill their hearts with your compassion and wisdom that they will strive for peace and justice.   

Open the doors of our hearts that we might act with generosity and welcome to all who have had to flee their own homes and seek a place of safety and sanctuary.  

 Give us courage and commitment to be people of peace and justice in our troubled world. 

Amen 

Bath Welcomes Refugees is a local charity which helps refugees and asylum seekers feel welcome, access resources and find a new home and community.  

Since 2015 over 200 volunteers have supported over 800 people from diverse countries including Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine. The group has no religious or political affiliations. Its reach is wide but resources are limited, relying on donations, goodwill, and the funds raised locally.  

Fine out more about their work: bathwelcomesrefugees.org.uk 

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We are very pleased to announce our new organ scholar, Frankie Tempest has started with us. Frankie is about to begin his first year studying Mathematics at the University of Bath. He began his musical education aged 7 as a chorister at Leeds Cathedral, and began learning the organ four years later with David Pipe.

From 2023 to 2025, he was Organ Scholar at Leeds Cathedral alongside studying for his A-levels. In Leeds, Frankie accompanied the Cathedral Choirs regularly in services and concerts, as well as on tours and on BBC Radio 4, and for a time acted as the Cathedral’s principal organist. He has also given organ recitals at churches across the country, and is a keen classical accordionist.

Frankie says, “I am delighted to be joining the ambitious music department at Bath Abbey. This is an exceptional opportunity for me to continue developing my skills, and I look forward to working closely with the Choirs and playing the Abbey’s fine Klais organ.”

Huw Williams says “We are delighted to have Frankie joining our team. Frankie will assist in playing for services here at the Abbey and we very much look forward to working with him.”

New Bath Abbey Music Administrator

Bath Abbey is delighted to welcome Anna English to join the Abbey’s exciting music department as Music Administrator. Huw Williams, Director of Music at Bath Abbey said “we are so thrilled that Anna has joined us at the Abbey. She is highly skilled and experienced and worked on many high profile projects at Westminster Abbey. We all really look forward to getting to know her and working alongside her.”

Anna studied music at university before working in a prep school, at an opera company and most recently at Westminster Abbey, in a similar role. Anna and family moved back to her hometown of Bath earlier this year. Anna said “I’m really looking forward to joining the fantastic music department at Bath Abbey. It has been lovely to return home to Bath and I feel very lucky to be able to get to work with such a wonderful team of choristers, musicians and Abbey staff in the heart of such a beautiful city.”

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Guy Bridgewater has served in ordained ministry since 1987, in partnership with Jebs, his wife. Since 2018 he has been Rector of Bath Abbey leading the Abbey’s ministry, mission, and community life through a period of significant growth and change. His leadership has overseen the completion of the Footprint Project, shepherding the Abbey community through the covid pandemic, and expanding the Abbey’s welcome to city and visitors alike.

Reflecting on his retirement, Guy Bridgewater said:
“It has been an immense privilege to serve as Rector of Bath Abbey. I have been continually inspired by the dedication, creativity, and faith of this community. Bath Abbey is a place of prayer, welcome, and transformation, and I leave with deep gratitude for all we have shared together in God’s service.”

Before coming to Bath Abbey, Guy Bridgewater and Jebs, his wife, served in a range of local parishes including Weymouth, Lee Abbey, Cranbrook and Horsham, as well as at Gloucester Cathedral. They have long been recognised for their commitment to pastoral care, community engagement, and mission.

Under his guidance, Bath Abbey has continued to be a spiritual home at the heart of the city, welcoming thousands of visitors and worshippers each year. His ministry has also played a vital role in strengthening links with partner churches, charities, and organisations across Bath.

The Abbey community has had opportunities in recent weeks to celebrate Canon Guy Bridgewater’s ministry and give thanks for his service. The Revd Chantal Mason will serve as Acting Rector in the interim while the process to appoint a new Rector begins.

Revd Chantal Mason said: We are indebted to Guy and Jebs for all they have brought to Bath Abbey over the past seven years. It has been a time of significant change and they have brought wisdom and vision enabling the Abbey to be a vibrant place of worship, and to offer a warm welcome to many thousands of visitors. We wish them every blessing in their retirement”.

David Babb and Andrew Bragg, Churchwardens of Bath Abbey, said: “Guy’s contribution to Bath Abbey has been truly remarkable. He has led with compassion, vision, and faith, ensuring that the Abbey remains both a place of living worship and a welcoming landmark for all. He will be greatly missed”.

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Bishop Michael has responded to the news of the announcement.

He says, “I am delighted that the Bishop of London, Sarah Mullally, has been appointed as the next Archbishop of Canterbury. This is wonderful news for the Church of England, and the wider Anglican Communion. As our country’s former Chief Nurse and as someone who has served as bishop of one of our largest and most complex dioceses, Sarah brings an abundance of leadership skills to the role which will be hugely important as we move forward together as a Church, as a country, and as part of a global society.

“Having worked closely with Sarah in her role as lead Bishop for Health I have experienced at first hand Sarah’s ability, wisdom and empathy. Sarah’s nomination also marks a wonderful milestone for our Church. In England, our journey has taken us from the ordination of women as priests in 1994 to the consecration of our first woman bishop in 2015. Now the first woman will serve as Archbishop of Canterbury and her appointment will change our Church and the whole Anglican Communion forever.

“I and all of us in Bath and Wells, will be praying for Sarah, Eamonn and their family as Sarah prepares to take on this role.”

Click here to view Bishop Michael’s video message welcoming Bishop Sarah to her new role.

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Bishop Michael says, “While we cannot condone the actions they have taken in order to share their message, which has put them at risk and added pressure on our already overstretched emergency services, we do nonetheless have sympathy for the message they have shared, ‘Don’t crucify creation’, and recognise the seriousness of the climate crisis.

“All Anglicans are called, in line with the fifth mark of mission, to strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth. As a diocese, Bath and Wells is committed to Net Zero by 2030 and churches across the diocese, including Bath Abbey, are doing a great deal in order to reach that goal.”

Bishop Michael also stated that he has always been willing to meet with Christian Climate Action to share what we as a diocese are already doing and to hear their thoughts as to other steps they think we can take.

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Whether you’re searching for things to do in Bath in September, looking for unique Jane Austen events in Bath, or simply wish to soak up the atmosphere of Regency Bath, our Austens at the Abbey programme has something for everyone – from concerts and talks to family fun days and special services.

👒 Regency Sung Eucharist – 14 September, 11.30am

Experience worship as Jane Austen herself might have known it. This Regency-themed church service is returning for the second year, with many visitors attending in full period costume. All are welcome – no tickets required.
👉 Find out more

🎶 Sense and Musicality – 15 September, 7pm

Sense & Musicality explores the love story of Jane Austen and music. Through the authentic sound of historic square piano with soprano voice, Penelope Appleyard and Jonathan Delbridge delight audiences with music connected to Austen’s life and works, including songs she sang herself, and bring to life moments from her letters and novels. This performance celebrates the release of brand-new song Ode to Pity – a rare musical setting of Austen’s poetry.

👉 Book tickets

📖 A Curator’s Quest – 16 September, 11am & 7pm

Join Bath Abbey’s Curator, Dr Cathryn Spence, as she reveals the fascinating detective work behind Austens at the Abbey. From surprising discoveries to unexpected dead ends this lively talk explores the hidden ties between Bath Abbey and the Austen family.
👉 Book tickets

📚 Reading with Delight – 17 September, 7pm

Austen’s friends were ‘reading with delight Mrs. H. More’s recent publication’. Evangelical author Hannah More, far more popular than Jane Austen, helped reform her society’s moral values and promoted education for women and the poor and abolition of slavery. Why is Hannah More forgotten today, while Austen still delights readers around the world?

Brenda S. Cox will compare and contrast these authors, concluding with a book signing for Fashionable Goodness: Christianity in Jane Austen’s England.

👉 Book tickets

🎨 Austen Family Fun Day – 20 September, 10am–4pm

Looking for family-friendly Jane Austen events in Bath? Join Bath Abbey and the Natural Theatre Company for this special Regency themed Family Fun Day.

Drop in and create a framed silhouette of your own profile or a self-portrait with plenty of stick on features to turn you into Elizabeth Bennet or Mr Darcy!

🎭 Meet the Naturals and have fun discovering some of the larger-than-life characters who may have bumped into Jane and her family in Bath.

Recommended for aged 4+

Included with Abbey admission, or free with a Bath Discovery Card. Find out more here.

👉 Arrive on the day or pre-book admission tickets to secure your space

🚶🏻‍♀️ Austens After Hours Tours – 4, 20 & 26 September, various times

Step into history with our costumed evening tours. As the Abbey falls quiet, a Regency guide will introduce you to the fascinating characters who once walked the streets of Bath. A unique chance to see the Abbey after hours.

👉 Book tickets

🖼️ Austens at the Abbey Display– Until 27 September, during Abbey opening hours

Explore the fascinating connections between the Austen family and Bath Abbey in our special display, located in the Discovery Museum. Learn about the Abbey’s role in the life of the city during Jane Austen’s time and immerse yourself in its Regency past.

👉 Arrive on the day or pre-book admission tickets

✨ Austens at the Abbey is a highlight of this year’s Jane Austen Festival.

👉 Book your tickets today and step into the world of Jane Austen in Bath.

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Looking for inspiring things to do in Bath this summer? Whether you're visiting for the day, spending the summer holidays in the city, or live locally, Bath Abbey is brimming with activity throughout August, with even more to look forward to this September and beyond.

From our ever-popular tower tours and interactive family fun to live music, theatre, and engaging talks, here’s your full guide to what’s on – plus handy links to book tickets, and how to make the most of your visit.

Take a look at our digital What's On Booklet here.

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🌟 Planning Your Visit to Bath Abbey

Open daily, Bath Abbey welcomes visitors of all ages to discover the Abbey’s rich history and vibrant present. We recommend checking our opening hours regularly before you visit, as the Abbey is a working church and is at times closed for visiting due to special services.

🏰 Go Higher with a Bath Abbey Tower Tour

Climb the 212 steps of Bath Abbey’s tower for incredible panoramic views of Bath. Along the way, see the ringing chamber, the Abbey bells, and the clock mechanism up close.
🎟️ Book your Tower Tour now

🧭 Explore with a Floor Tour

Join one of our guided floor tours to uncover the stories hidden beneath the Abbey's floor. Learn about the fascinating history, ancient burials, and the architecture that has stood for centuries.
📅 Included in admission, various times throughout the day when available

🧠 Dive into History at the Discovery Museum

Perfect for families and curious minds! Our Discovery Museum offers hands-on exhibits and immersive digital displays revealing the Abbey’s past, from Roman remains to modern restoration.

🎧 Enhance Your Experience with an Audio Guide

Make the most of your visit with our informative and affordable audio guides. Explore at your own pace and uncover the fascinating stories of the Abbey’s stained glass, memorials, and more.
🔊 Ask at the welcome desk when you arrive or add on to your online order

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Fun

Families can enjoy free trail booklets (with a Bath Abbey pencil included), engaging displays in the Discovery Centre, and There are free Family Fun Days on selected days. Children aged 5+ love the tower tours – a real summer holiday highlight!

In September, our popular Little Abbey Explorers sessions return once per month (22^nd September, 20^th October and 24^th November). From drama and singing to crafting and story time, these morning sessions are specially designed for children and their carers.

• 9.30am-10.30am - 2-4 years
• 11am-12 noon - Under 2s

🎟️ Save your space now.

♿ Accessibility at Bath Abbey

We welcome everyone at Bath Abbey and aim to offer a space for all to enjoy the architecture, atmosphere and history. We are committed to making your visit as enjoyable and accessible as possible. Our friendly team of staff and volunteers are here to help - please just ask.

👉 Find out more about accessibility and plan your visit

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🎭 Events at Bath Abbey this August

A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Antic Disposition

Don’t miss this stunning performance of Shakespeare’s classic comedy inside the beautiful setting of the Abbey. With spectacular lighting and a sprinkle of summer magic, it’s the perfect theatrical night out.
📅 8–29 August | 🕗 7.45pm
🎟️ Book your tickets here

Bach@Bath275 – Final Concerts

As we continue to celebrate 275 years since the death of Johann Sebastian Bach, enjoy the final two concerts of this incredible year-long series:
🎼 Saturday 30 August
🎼 Friday 19 September
🎟️ Book now via Bath Box Office

Tuesdays@1 – Free Lunchtime Organ Recitals

Every Tuesday at 1pm, take a break with music from renowned organists playing our magnificent Klais Organ. It’s the perfect cultural pause in your day – no booking required!
📅 Every Tuesday in August, 1pm
💷 Free entry, donations welcome

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Don’t Miss the Bath Abbey Shop

Bath Abbey Shop offers a wonderful range of products inspired by stories of the Abbey. It also stocks a wide range of Christian gifts, books, and bibles for all ages.

Make time to peruse during your visit to Bath, or on your way out of the Abbey

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✨ Daily Worship at the Heart of the Abbey

As always, worship remains central to life at Bath Abbey. Visitors are warmly welcome to join us for peaceful, reflective services:

• Morning Prayer – Monday to Friday at 8.30am
• Evening Prayer – Monday to Friday at 5.30pm
• Sunday Services – Morning Prayer, Holy Communion, Sung Eucharist, Choral Evensong and Informal Service

🕊️ Learn more about our services here, and make sure to check our What's On pages for seasonal service variations.

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🔮 Looking Ahead to September

The summer may be flying by, but there’s plenty to look forward to in the autumn...

🖋️ Austens at the Abbey

As part of Bath’s city-wide Jane Austen celebrations, join us for an exciting programme exploring the Austen family’s deep links with Bath Abbey.

🎤 A Curator’s Quest

Join Dr Cathryn Spence as she shares the story of her historical detective work uncovering the connections between the Austens and the Abbey – from memorials to family records. Includes refreshments.
📅 Tuesday 16 September | 11.00am & 7.00pm
🎟️ Book your place

🌙 Austens After Hours – Evening Tours

Step into the Abbey after dark on this immersive, candle-lit tour, where you'll hear stories from the Austen era and walk in their footsteps through our atmospheric spaces.
🎟️ Limited places – book now

Other September Events at Bath Abbey

🎶 John Rutter: Confessions of a Composer

One of the world’s most beloved choral composers, John Rutter CBE, joins us for an intimate evening of stories, reflections, and musical insights.
📅 Sunday 28 September at 7pm
🎟️ Tickets available here

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October Events at Bath Abbey

🕊️Peace Doves at Bath Abbey

Peace Doves is a mass participation artwork by Peter Walker. Thousands of handmade paper doves containing messages of peace, love, hope and friendship will be suspended in an illuminated installation in the crossing of the Abbey.

During your visit to the Abbey we invite you to write your message or prayer of peace, love, hope and friendship on a dove provided and post it in the box on the table. These doves will later form part of the final installation later this year.

📅 Write on a dove: Until 30th September

📅 View the exhibition: 3rd October - 14th November

👉Find out more about the Peace Doves exhibition

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📍Plan Your Visit to Bath Abbey Today

Whether you're coming for worship, history, family activities or world-class events, Bath Abbey is a must-visit destination in the heart of the city this summer.

👉 Explore all events and services
👉 Buy tickets online
👉 Find visitor information & opening times

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Bath Abbey’s Stained Glass Window Appeal

Help Us Celebrate Bath’s Local Saint in Glorious Stained Glass.

Through the creation of a new stained glass window designed by renowned Bath-based artist Neil Ireson, Bath Abbey will celebrate and commemorate the life of Saint Alphege, a Christian saint who was born in Bath in 953, became Abbot of Bath Abbey in the early 980s and Archbishop of Canterbury in 1006.

With a fundraising target of £90,000 to be raised by 31 December 2025, we invite you to support our appeal and become part of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a beautiful new stained glass window in the church of Bath’s local saint.

Find out more, view the design and make a donation to the appeal here.

 

 

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We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a grant of £20,000 by the Cathedral Music Trust (CMT) to support a transport and logistics assistance programme for the parents of boy choristers and an increase in hours in administration to support this scheme.

We are one of 27 cathedrals and churches across the UK to be supported by this year’s CMT £470,000 financial support programme – vital funding to enable cathedrals and churches to keep providing opportunities for people from all walks of life to experience the life-transforming power of cathedral music. 

Huw Williams writes: “The tradition of boys’ choirs in the UK goes back hundreds of years. Records show there were choirs singing as far back as 1123, if not earlier. Being part of a successful and high achieving team gives the boys a special bonding experience and wonderful opportunities. The discipline, teamwork and concentration skills they learn and the self-confidence they develop in choir will support them well in their lives, whatever they choose to do.  Our ability to continue a separate boys’ choir is under threat, but this grant will really help us as we seek to maintain this precious jewel we have inherited.

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Bath Abbey has launched a fundraising campaign appealing for donations to create a new stained glass window, which will commemorate the Bath-born Saint Alphege. With 40% of funds already raised thanks to generous supporters including The Friends of Bath Abbey, Bath Abbey is seeking to raise an additional £90,000 to create an extraordinary piece of Christian Art that will shine new light on Bath’s local saint.

Support the Appeal

Through the creation of a new stained glass window designed by renowned Bath-based artist Neil Ireson, Bath Abbey will celebrate the life of Saint Alphege, a Christian saint who was born in Bath in 953, became Abbot of Bath Abbey in the early 980s and Archbishop of Canterbury in 1006.

As Bath Abbey’s visitors and worshippers encounter this beautiful new piece of contemporary Christian Art – which will be installed in 2026, if funds are raised – they’ll learn more about Saint Alphege’s remarkable life, which was deeply rooted in Bath and the Abbey, and be inspired by his timeless message of generosity and peace.

The new stained glass window will be situated in the Abbey’s Saint Alphege Chapel, a sacred space where many of Bath Abbey’s thousands of international visitors seek sanctuary to pray for their loved ones, for the wider world, and for peace. Through Neil Ireson’s design, which includes a striking border that evokes international flags, the Saint Alphege stained glass window will emphasise Bath Abbey’s commitment to being “A House of Prayer for all Nations” for the local and global community.

Captured in the awe-inspiring window design is Bath Abbey’s profound spiritual connection with the Christian symbol of the Fountain of Life, as well as the Abbey’s treasured relationship with the City of Bath – a UNESCO World Heritage City famed for its “two waters” of the River Avon and the Roman Hot Springs, energy from which now powers the Abbey’s innovative eco-friendly heating system.

Reverend Canon Guy Bridgewater, Rector of Bath Abbey, said:

“With the generous support of our community, this vivid new depiction of our local saint will inspire visitors and pilgrims to Bath Abbey to pray and give thanks to God. The Saint Alphege Window’s bold themes of holiness, the Fountain of Life, and international mission will further strengthen our call at Bath Abbey to be “A House of Prayer for All Nations”, and we pray that this beautiful work of art, which communicates ancient truths in contemporary idiom, will inspire many to raise the cry: ‘Let there be Light!’.”

Bath Abbey has commissioned renowned Bath-based stained glass artist, Neil Ireson, to design and create the new Saint Alphege stained glass window. Neil Ireson said:

“I’m delighted to have received this exceptional commission to create a new contemporary stained glass window in honour of Saint Alphege. The creation of the Saint Alphege Chapel’s new stained glass window is a culmination of my lifetime’s work and I’m really excited to be working with Bath Abbey, a church where I have such meaningful personal connections.”

Bath Abbey is delighted that Mogers Drewett LLP, a leading Southwest legal and financial planning firm, is sponsoring the Saint Alphege Window Appeal. Leslie Redwood, Head of Marketing and Business Development at Mogers Drewett LLP, said:

“As a firm, we are delivering a new strategy of increased engagement and partnerships with key individuals, companies, organisations and initiatives in each of the communities across our four locations. Having seen the great work that Bath Abbey has been delivering over many years, we are delighted to be able to sponsor the Saint Alphege Window Appeal and play a small role in supporting Bath Abbey and its future development, as well as helping leave a legacy for many generations to come.”

With a fundraising target of £90,000 to be raised by 31 December 2025, Bath Abbey is inviting the community to donate and become part of a once-a-generation opportunity to create a new stained glass window.

Donations to the Saint Alphege Window Appeal can be made online through Bath Abbey’s website at www.bathabbey.org/alphege-appeal. If supporters prefer a more musical approach to donating, they can attend the Abbey’s much-loved ‘Shoppers Carols’ in November and December this year – 50% of the retiring collection will support the Saint Alphege Window Appeal – or buy a ticket to the Jethro Tull concert taking place at the Abbey on 18th December – 100% of the concert’s profits will support the Saint Alphege Window Appeal.

All donations will be deeply appreciated and acknowledged with a message of thanks, regular updates on the project, and invitations to special events at the Abbey. In addition to support from the community, Bath Abbey is also seeking donations from philanthropists and applying for grants from Trusts and Foundations.

The extraordinary beauty of the Saint Alphege Window will be experienced in our own lifetimes and by the generations that follow us, communicating Saint Alphege’s profound message for hundreds of years to come. By donating to this project, supporters will join Bath Abbey on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to create a new stained glass window, shining new light on Saint Alphege – Bath’s local saint.

Support the Appeal

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Councillor Professor Bharat Pankhania will take up Office as the 798th Mayor of Bath. His wife, Mrs Alison Pankhania, will be Mayoress for the year ahead, often accompanying him to engagements.

He was first elected to Bath and North East Somerset Council in 2019 to represent Combe Down Ward as a Liberal Democrat. He was re-elected in 2023 and became Deputy Mayor.

Councillor Ian Halsall will be Deputy Mayor, and his husband James Fox will be Deputy Mayor’s Consort. He was elected to Bath & North East Somerset Council in 2023 to represent Oldfield Park as a Liberal Democrat.

Citizens and visitors are welcome to attend the Ceremony, and are asked to be seated in the Abbey by 10.40 am.

The Civic Procession to the Abbey will be led by the 93 (City of Bath) Squadron RAF Marching Band. The City Sword-Bearer, Mace-Bearers, The Right Worshipful The Mayor of Bath (Councillor Michelle O’Doherty), dignitaries, visiting Mayors, Charter Trustees and Honorary Aldermen in ceremonial robes, will leave the Guildhall at approximately 10.45 am. Avon Fire & Rescue Service Ceremonial Drill Squad will form a Guard of Honour. The Procession will return to the Guildhall at approximately 12.15 pm.

During a short interval, when civic robes and Collars and Badges of Office are exchanged, Bath Philharmonia and Harmony Rising choir will perform.

Traffic will be stopped for a short time by stewards at the pedestrian crossing near the Abbey to allow the Procession to make its way down the High Street, Cheap Street into Farr’s Passage and the Abbey Church Yard, and again on its return.

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