Discover the stories hidden within Chichester Cathedrals historic library through our Tuesday morning workshop series, Tales from the Cathedral Library.

Each session offers a chance to explore fascinating manuscripts, rare books, and other treasures, and to discuss their significance for the Church - both then and today.

Step behind the scenes of one of Chichesters most remarkable spaces and learn about the Cathedral Librarys treasures in a welcoming, intimate setting - where every item has a story to tell - led by Cathedral Sub-Librarian Dr Andrew Foster and Canon Chancellor, the Rev'd Dr Earl Collins.

Held in the Dresden Room, George Bell House, sessions last approximately one and a half hours and conclude with coffee, conversation, and a moment to reflect on the mornings discoveries.

21 April: When, how, and by whom was the Church of England established?

Not as easy as it might seem: are we thinking of the original break with Rome under Henry VIII, the Elizabethan Settlement of 1559-62, or some later date? And what roles do we assign to Archbishops Cranmer, Parker and Whitgift? What about life for the humble clergy and their parishioners?