Key staff and associates

Neil Parsons is responsible to Chapter and acts as its chief operating officer responsible for the day to day operations of the Cathedral, the Estate, and all commercial activities to include financial management. He assists Chapter in the development of strategic planning and attends all Chapter meetings. He is the overall manager for all staff subject to policy direction and input from Chapter. chaptersteward@cathedral.org.uk

Julia Curtis is a Chartered Accountant with responsibility for Cathedral finances, working closely with the Chapter Steward. Julia is supported by a team of three staff, including Simon Howard, Assistant Finance Manager.

Angela Stevenson provides secretarial and administrative support to the Dean within the Cathedral Office administration team. She co-ordinates the Dean's appointments diary and is the principal point of contact for all enquiries to the Dean. Angela is also responsible for the production of the monthly Cathedral newsletter and compilation of the Cathedral's Events listings.

Phil Thomas looks after the Cathedral Estates Department and is responsible for maintenance and repair of the 100 + properties, both commercial and residential, in the Close. The Cathedral Estates Team, comprising a Foreman, three craftsmen and two labourers carry out much of the work on these historic properties. Phil is also responsible for car parking in the Close and our Gatekeepers are visible at the gate and around the Close. Contact Phil for enquiries concerning car parking, or about filming in the Close.

Sue is responsible for the effective operational performance of the Visitor Experience within the Hostry, Refectory and Shop. She provides oversight and leadership to teams of staff and volunteers in these areas and aims to ensure sustainable income is achieved from facilities hire, catering and retail to help support the mission and fabric of the Cathedral.

Cecile Tuddenham looks after the Cathedral's marketing and publicity. Contact Cecile with press or other media queries.

Vanessa Sewell provides secretarial and administrative support to the Chapter Steward within the Cathedral Office administration team.

Please contact Susan to discuss your requirements for group visits and to pre-book tours.

Richard Vincent looks after the day to day running of the Refectory as well as bookings for corporate events and private functions.

To hire our Refectory or Hostry for a function, please contact the hospitality team.

The Schools Officer works to develop the cathedral’s thriving learning programmes across the whole age range with schools, and through family and community learning.

Gudrun Warren manages the modern theological and historical library collections. She is a Chartered Librarian. The library is open to the public Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9.30am - 4.30pm.