Salisbury City Council is hosting the 800th anniversary public briefings at Salisbury Guildhall. Picture: Salisbury City Council

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Salisbury’s 800th anniversary: Find out what’s planned for 2027 celebrations

Jamie JonesSeptember 14, 20260 Comment0

PEOPLE can find out more about events celebrating Salisbury’s 800th anniversary during a series of briefings.

Salisbury City Council is welcoming the community to two events this month where they can find out more about what is planned for next year’s anniversary of Salisbury receiving its Royal Charter.

Throughout 2027, Salisbury City Council’s events and projects will form part of the
wider community-led Salisbury 800 programme.

The commemorations are being guided by a voluntary Project Board, bringing together representatives from the council, Salisbury BID, Salisbury Cathedral, Salisbury Museum and Wiltshire Creative.

A calendar of events is planned from January 31, running throughout the year, including the planting of 800 trees as a Living Legacy and a full-day, large-scale event on July 25 which will feature a Grand Procession.

Salisbury City Council is hosting the 800th anniversary public briefings at Salisbury Guildhall. Picture: Salisbury City Council

Salisbury Royal Charter celebration public briefings

To find out more, two briefings are planned at the Guildhall to give residents more details on what is planned – and how they can get involved.

They are:

Tuesday, September 22, 2pm to 4pm
Wednesday, September 23, 6pm to 8pm

“Attendees will be able to hear more about the plans, find out how to get involved and
meet members of the city council team,” a spokesperson said.

“There will be a wide range of opportunities for everyone to take part.”

To book a place, email 800@salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk with the subject ‘Public
Briefings’, including your name and the date of the session you would like to
attend.

“Salisbury 800 is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate the city’s rich history,
bring communities together and create a lasting legacy for future generations,” the spokesperson added.

“The city council is encouraging everyone who is interested to come along, hear more
about the programme and find out how they can be part of this historic year.”