Leading Ladies: Stories of Ordinary and Extraordinary Women

Exeter Cathedral, 1 The Cloisters, Cathedral Close, Exeter, EX1 1HS

Tel: 01392285983

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Celebrate women through history and discover their stories at this special tour of the Cathedral and Cathedral Library. Journey through time from medieval saints and mystics to Enlightenment scientists and Victorian illuminators and calligraphers, and discover their lives, challenges and achievements.

Tours begin in the Cathedral and end in the Cathedral Library and Archives

Places are limited; booking is essential.

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Leading Ladies: Stories of Ordinary and Extraordinary Women (15 Sept 2026)
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Tuesday14:00

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