THOUSANDS were out in the Salisbury sunshine to enjoy two special musical events at the cathedral.

More than 3,000 people attended the Organ Prom, on Saturday (August 16), while the following day saw the cathedral host a free concert by the Swing Unlimited Big Band.

At the Organ Prom, audiences could promenade while enjoying popular classics such as Elgar’s Nimrod, Clair de Lune and the Star Wars theme, performed by Salisbury Cathedral’s director of music, David Halls, and assistant director of music, John Challenger.

The evening raised funds to support the cathedral’s Choral Foundation, and was sponsored by Batt Broadbent Solicitors.

Then, on Sunday afternoon, an estimated 2,000 revellers gathered in Cathedral Close for the annual free concert by Swing Unlimited Big Band.

Residents and visitors gathered on the Salisbury Cathedral lawns for the family-friendly show, where people were invited to come up and dance along to the music in the sunshine.

These events are part of a range of activities for all ages arranged by the cathedral over the summer. For more details of other events, visit salisburycathedral.org.uk.

Director of music David Halls, and assistant director of music, John Challenger. Picture: Finnbarr Webster

The 2025 Organ Prom at Salisbury Cathedral. Picture: Finnbarr Webster

The 2025 Organ Prom at Salisbury Cathedral. Picture: Finnbarr Webster

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Martin Cook

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Martin Cook

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Martin Cook

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Martin Cook

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Martin Cook

Swing Unlimited performed a free concert in Cathedral Close. Picture: Tim Croall