Their Celebration of Flowers exhibition will show an array of traditional and contemporary flower arrangements, all made by members of the flower clubs in Bourne, Brampton, Peterborough, Stamford, Werrington and Yaxley. They will be on display in the beautiful, fan vaulted New Building at the east end of the Cathedral.

As visitors head towards the exhibition area they will also see a display of poppies falling from the upper level of the Cathedral. This artwork will stay in place until Remembrance Sunday on 13th November.

Barbara Collins, who is on the Committee of the Peterborough Floral Decoration Society and one of the Cathedral’s volunteer flower arrangers, said:

“We had planned this exhibition for 2020 when it was the 65th anniversary of our Society, but the pandemic had other ideas. We are delighted that at last we can showcase the skills and artistry, not just of our own members but those of neighbouring clubs too. We hope that people will really enjoy seeing these uplifting displays and that we can also raise some money for the Cathedral. Many people find flower arranging a relaxing pastime which can benefit your mental health.”

On the evening of Saturday 29th October, there is a piano recital at the Cathedral by the internationally renowned pianist, Janusz Piotrowicz. Audience members will have the opportunity to view the floral exhibition during the interval. For ticket details please check the Cathedral website.

The exhibition will be open on Saturday 29th and Monday 31st October from 10.00am to 4.00pm, then on Sunday 30th October from 12 noon until 3.00pm. Tickets are £5 per person, plus booking fee, and are available via www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/143/section.aspx/142/celebration_of_flowers. They are also available from the flower clubs who are exhibiting. Tickets will be on sale at the door, subject to availability.