Pancake race fun in the Cloister

A flipping good time was had by all in the annual pancake races at Norwich Cathedral.

With their frying pans in hand, Choristers, clergy and parents had fun taking part in the traditional races on the Cloister Garth to celebrate Shrove Tuesday, the last day before Lent.

The new Dean of Norwich, the Very Revd Dr Andrew Braddock, who took part in his first pancake race at Norwich Cathedral, said: "It was great to join with the choristers, parents and colleagues for the Cathedral's annual pancake races."

The tradition of Pancake Day has a long history and started because Shrove Tuesday was the last opportunity to use up eggs and fats before embarking on the Lenten fast.

Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten journey ahead of Easter, and during this time all are welcome to join in with the Cathedral’s many special services and events.

Among the highlights is Norwich Cathedral Choir and Norwich Baroque’s concert of Bach’s St Matthew Passion on 1 April, a rare opportunity to enjoy this musical masterpiece.