|  |  Corpus Christi Carpet of FlowersOn the eve of Corpus Christi each year a magnificant 90-foot carpet of flowers is placed down the central aisle of Arundel Cathedral. The flowers signal the start of this 100-year-old celebration, which sees the procession of the Blessed Sacrament make its way from the cathedral to the courtyard of Arundel Castle, where Benediction is given. The procession then returns to the cathedral where a final Benediction is given.Duke Henry, having seen the carpet of flowers in the village of Sutri outside Rome, introduced the practice to Arundel in 1877. The tradition was broken during the First World War but revived in 1919, and has continued ever since, with parishioners undertaking the elaborate preparations.
The flowers get trampled on during mass on Corpus Christi, so the day before is the only chance to see them and thousands come from all accross the region for the spectacle. There are numerous floral arrangements around the cathedral and flower arrangers are invited to take part in the design of displays. |
Event Details:
| Date(s):
Various Dates
June 2, 2010
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June 3, 2010 *
June 1, 2011
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June 2, 2011 *
* To Be Confirmed.
Opening Hours:
Viewing of flowers Wed 9.30am-9pm; Thu 9.30am-5.30pm; Mass 5.30pm; Procession 6.30pm
Cost:
Donations
Location:
Arundel, South East, England |
Venue Details:
| Venue Name:
Cathedral of our Lady and St Philip Howard
Address:
London Rd BN18 9AY
Phone:
+44 (0) 1903 882297
Directions:
Look for the spire! The cathedral has a prominent position in London Road, Arundel, overlooking the pleasant, ancient small town, on the west bank of the river Arun, where the valley opens out into the coastal plain.
By Road: easily accessible via the A27 coastal trunk road.
By Rail: Arundel Station (trains from London Victoria).
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