The Visitation of Hereford Diocese in 1397

The Visitation of Hereford Diocese in 1397 with Ian Forrest and Christopher Whittick.

In 1397 the bishop of Hereford toured his diocese asking questions about its churches and people. The answers he received were written into a slim paper book, which survives in the cathedral archives today.

Ian Forrest and Christopher Whittick have recently published a complete translation of this important medieval document and will discuss its unparalleled insight into life, behaviour, religious belief and practice during a period of religious and political turmoil.

Ticket cost £10 and are available to purchase via the cathedral website, or by calling 01432 374225.