Canterbury Cathedral - Art and Life before 1800

As part of a series exploring the arts and visual cultures of the pre-modern world - when artworks were deeply woven into daily life - this film delves into the rich history of Canterbury Cathedral. Beyond its stunning architecture, it examines how pilgrimage and movement have shaped this sacred site over centuries.

Forever linked to Thomas Becket, the cathedral remains a destination for pilgrims today. In the film Cathedral Shepherd, Torin Brown reveals how this enduring tradition influenced the building’s design and the rituals and practices that dominated in medieval times.