Upcoming events and activities in celebration of Lent, Ash Wednesday, Easter and more

With Lent beginning on Wednesday 5 March, the Chaplaincy and Students' Union are running a series of activities including a pancake tossing competition on Shrove Tuesday, and prayers and poetry for Ash Wednesday.
Lent is the 40 day period observed by many Christians leading up to Easter, that starts on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter.
Shrove Tuesday (commonly known as Pancake Day) is the final day of Shrovetide. The tradition of making pancakes is practiced as a way to use up ingredients (in particular eggs, flour and milk) ahead of the 40 day period of fasting. Lent is intended to be a period of repentance and reflection.
Below you'll find a list of events and activities brought to you by the University's Chaplaincy and Students' Union, to celebrate and have fun in the run-up to Easter, including pancakes, poetry and prayers, dance and crafts.
Shrove Tuesday - Pancake Day
Pancake Tossing Competition & Quiz
Get ready for Easter with a traditional delicacy, free pancake for the first 100 people to take part in Pancake Tossing or Easter Quiz with the Chaplaincy.
Students' Union Pancake Decorating event
π¨π₯ Get your FREE ticket for Pancake Decorating! π₯³β¨
Tuesday 4 March, 10am-1pm
The Delimoon Cafe, Students' Union, Ambika Paul Building (MD), City Campus
- Find out more
Ash Wednesday Prayers and Poetry
Wednesday 5 March, 11am/11.30am
St Peter’s Church - opposite Wulfruna Building (MA)
- Prayers and Ashing: 11am
- Poetry of Lent Workshop with Prof. Rob Francis from 11.30am
Workshops booking link
π₯ Chaplaincy breakfast conversation
Monday 10 March, 8.30am
The Chaplaincy, MP Building, City Campus
Do you have thoughts about the Chaplaincy, life, the universe, anything...? Join us for a free breakfast and share your thoughts with us.
Global Film: Nepalese choice
A film chosen by our Nepalese students, popcorn, movie and a chance to learn about the Arena and The Chaplaincy.
St Patrick’s Day Dance Workshop
On Ireland’s national day learn Irish dancing, prizes and free soft drinks.
Students' Union event: Celebrate Mother's Day with a Sweet Treat & Hot Drink!
πΈπ Celebrate Mother's Day with a Sweet Treat & Hot Drink! βπ°
Monday 31 March, 12 midday to 2pm
The Den, Students' Union, Ambika Paul Building (MD), City Campus
Tickets £2 (Afternoon Tea)
Find out more and book here
Students' Union event: Easter Sip & Paint
πΈπ¨Join us for a fun evening of good vibes, a welcome mocktail, and creative painting! π·π·ποΈ
Monday 14 April, 5pm-7pm
Luna Lounge, Students' Union, Ambika Paul Building (MD), City Campus
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Tickets £2
Find out more and book here
For more information please contact the Corporate Communications Team.