Vestments and textiles, 15th-20th century
Dalmatic, 15th/16th century
The most exceptional historic embroidery in the Cathedral collections, this item was probably a dalmatic; a vestment used by a Deacon. It dates from the fifteenth or sixteenth centuries is the oldest vestment in the Cathedral collections by centuries.
Lord Northbourne's Funeral Pall, c. 1913
Presented by Lord Northbourne in 1913 in memory of Dean Ernald Lane, the brother of Lady Northbourne, the Northbourne Funeral Pall is the finest pall in the Cathedral collections. It was recently used during the period of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II.
Dean Storr's Cope, c. 1920
John Storrs was Dean of Rochester Storrs from 1913 until his death in 1928. His cope is one of the most intricate items in the vestments collection, and is still worn by the Dean for some special services.
David Cleggett
St. Andrew's Day 1988
The Friends of Rochester Cathedral were founded to help finance the maintenance of the fabric and grounds. The Friends’ annual reports have become a trove of articles on the fabric and history of the cathedral.
The Guild of Embroiderers are proud to care for over 100 ecclesiastical vestments and textile treasures.