Chichester Cathedral: Life, Music & Heritage

Ellen Cheshire
Nov 5
2 min read

Alongside my freelance writing about theatre, film and literature, my role as Fundraising and Development Manager at Chichester Cathedral gives me the chance to tell stories that are just as rich in history and creativity.

Whether it’s celebrating the music that fills the Cathedral’s spaces or sharing the craft and care behind preserving its heritage, my work is about connecting people to the heart of this extraordinary place - and showing why we need support to keep its music alive, safeguard its ancient fabric and ensure it can inspire generations to come.

Trustees’ Week: Giving back at the heart of Chichester | Chichester Cathedral (October 2025)

£825,000 raised towards Chichester Cathedral’s £950,000 anniversary music appeal | Chichester Cathedral (October 2025)

Sir John Rutter Gala Concert raises funds for music at Chichester Cathedral (October 2025)

Ben Tanner joins Chichester Cathedral as Organ Scholar (October 2025)

Fundraising dinner marks sponsorship launch for Festival of Flowers 2026 (September 2025)

Celebrating 40 years since David Riley first joined as Lay Vicar at Chichester Cathedral | Chichester Cathedral (July 2025)

Chichester Cathedral receives £17,000 grant to support vocal health and training for its choir | Chichester Cathedral (July 2025)

Match funding milestone: £4.4 million raised and counting! | Chichester Cathedral (July 2025)

New musical composition by Judith Bingham marks 1700th anniversary of the first Council of Nicaea at Chichester Cathedral | Chichester Cathedral (June 2025)

Stephanie Gaunt reflects on her year as Organ Scholar at Chichester Cathedral | Chichester Cathedral (June 2025)

A Gift of Music: Chichester Cathedral marks £950,000 match-funding campaign with special musical recording | Chichester Cathedral (March 2025)

Chichester Cathedral announces £950,000 match-funding to sustain 950 years of music in anniversary year | Chichester Cathedral (March 2025)