SALISBURY Cathedral was illuminated by more than 1,300 candles over the weekend as part of the annual From Darkness to Light service. 

It forms the Advent Procession, and the services were held on Friday, November 29, Saturday November 30, and Sunday, December 1. 

(Image: Finnbarr Webster) In keeping with tradition, each service featured two large and colourful processions made up of nearly a hundred people including the Bishop of Salisbury, the Dean of Salisbury, Cathedral canons, and full Cathedral choir (boys, men and girls), which made their way around the ancient building.

Choristers also sing by candlelight during the procession as they walk through the Cathedral, and candles and banners are carried through the Nave, as more than 1000 candles are gradually lit to illuminate the cathedral.