Tag: Southwark Cathedral

Winter Candlelit Photography at Southwark Cathedral

Published on 01st November 2022

Photograph Southwark Cathedral after-hours bathed in candlelight on this winter evening Southwark Cathedral would like to invite all amateur and professional photographers to spend an evening taking photos of the Cathedral lit by candlelight. With winter upon us, the Cathedral will be bathed in the candlelight of hundreds of candles. Experience the Cathedral as it would have been lit in the past and without the crowds at this after-hours event on a wintry evening. November 9th at 7PM Tickets £11 Find out more 

The Small House at Southwark Cathedral

Published on 08th August 2022

Southwark Cathedral’s latest major art installation “The Small House’ is now open to the public. Standing at 7.5 meters tall, the striking work by Richard Woods is a colourful 2D cartoon depiction of a terraced house, sitting directly in front of the magnificent Great Screen of Southwark Cathedral. “I see it as a meeting of the architecture of the everyday and the grandeur of the Gothic architecture that is something beyond the everyday,” – Richard Woods  Now in its 11th year, the cathedral’s annual exhibition aims to bringing new contemporary art to those who many not otherwise access it. Previous installations include Please Believe These Days Will Pass by Mark Titchner and doubt by Susie McMurray Opening times are 9am – 6pm daily. First public viewing day: Saturday 6 August to Wednesday 31 August. Admission free.

Treasures of the Thames at Southwark Cathedral

Published on 08th September 2020

Discover mudlarked artefacts from the shores of the River Thames presented at Southwark Cathedral, alongside the work of two contemporary artists, Raewyn Harrison and Liz Willis. Challenging our concept of rubbish these fragments of the past tell stories of London’s first farmers more than 5000 years ago, Roman invaders, and Medieval saints. They paint pictures of fun and frivolity at Southwark’s Tudor inns and theatres and darker images of prison ships and slavery. Many of the objects on display feature in Lara Maiklem’s bestselling book ‘Mudlarking: Lost and Found on the River Thames’. Responding to the locations and finds that Lara has written about Raewyn and Liz have made work specifically for this exhibition, showing that these lost and forgotten objects can be transformed into something new and beautiful. Find out more 

Doubt – Southwark Cathedral Art Installation

Published on 20th February 2018

Doubt is the latest in Southwark Cathedral’s series of Lent installations. Each year an artist is invited to provide an existing work or site specific piece to act as a focus for contemplation and reflection during Lent. Conceived by internationally renowned artist Susie MacMurray, this year’s piece conveys Doubt through the connections of the weight of darkness and uncertainty suspended from above.  It stems from a conversation Susie had with a soldier who had served in Afghanistan at the time she was installing Cloud in The Great Hall in Winchester, 2014.  The soldier spoke about how all the time he was in the war zone he felt a dark weight hovering behind his neck.  It made Susie think of 40 days and 40 nights. Read more about the installation  February 14th – March 30th at Southwark Cathedral. 

Afternoon Tea Week in London Bridge

Published on 10th August 2017

Dating back to 1840, the concept of Afternoon Tea as a social occasion was inspired by Anna, Duchess of Bedford, who found herself peckish in the ever extending gap between breakfast and a fashionably late dinner. Mid afternoon servings of tea, bread, butter and cake to the bedroom became a ritual, and soon the Duchess started inviting her friends over to share the spread. The occasion grew in popularity amongst upper-class and high society women in the 19th century who would dress in their finest attire to indulge in the drawing room. Evidently, as Afternoon Tea Week 2017 approaches, the tradition has stood the test of time. To celebrate we’ve picked out some of the best spots in London Bridge to take your tea in style…   High Chai at The LaLit London Experience afternoon tea with a twist at The LaLit London. Their unique dishes strike the perfect balance between Indian luxury and British traditional, with adventurous treats such as Scones with Saffron Skrikhand and Bangla Scotch Eggs. Served from The Gallery with a spectacular view of The Great Hall. Served 1-5PM Daily £47 pp |  Menu Oblix – London Afternoon Tea From Brick Lane market spices, to Cannon & Cannon’s of Lambeth’s cured angus beef, the London Afternoon Tea of Oblix takes the diner on a culinary tour of the city. To be enjoyed with panoramic views of the capital from level 32 of The Shard – you might even be able to spot the origins of your plate from afar… Served Monday – Friday: 12 – 3.30pm and Saturday – Sunday: 2:45 – 4:30pm From £38pp | Menu The Ivy Tower Bridge Freshly baked fruited scones and truffled brioche sandwiches have starring roles in this decadent spread. Combined with an unrivalled view of one of London’s most famous landmark’s – The Ivy Tower Bridge’s afternoon tea has all the ingredients for a quintessential British experience. Served 3-5PM Daily From £19.75 per person | Menu   The Refectory at Southwark Cathedral Pair your culture fix at the beautiful Southwark Cathedral with a traditional tea in the calm oasis of The Refectory courtyard. The tea includes scones, a selection of finger sandwiches and homemade cakes and bakes. Served Wednesday – Friday Call to book | Menu TING at The Shard – South East Asian Afternoon Tea TING pride themselves on their seasonal tea experiences made fresh from locally sourced produce. Opt for the Asian Afternoon Tea and expect your scones to be accompanied with champagne and an exotic line up of Mango Rice Paper Rolls, Pink Guava Mousse and Rendang Brioche Buns… Served from 12-4PM Daily £58 pp | Menu Afternoon Tea Week is from Monday August 14th – Sunday 20th.  Explore restaurants in the area.