Mars | Evening Viewings

Experience Luke Jerram’s immersive installation Mars by twilight, set to a sound composition created by BAFTA and Ivor Novello award winning composer Dan Jones.

Evening viewings offer a unique opportunity to see the installation under the dramatic and changing light of dusk, offering a captivating perspective.

Measuring seven metres in diameter, the artwork features detailed NASA imagery of the Martian surface vaulted in the Nave of the Cathedral. 

Each centimetre of the spherical sculpture represents ten kilometres of the surface of Mars with every valley, crater, volcano and mountain visible for visitors to explore. 

Mars Evening Viewings take place between 6.30pm - 8.30pm on:

  • Saturday 19th October
  • Monday 21st October
  • Tuesday 22nd October
  • Wednesday 23rd October
  • Friday 25th October
  • Saturday 26th October
  • Thursday 31st October
  • Friday 1st November
  • Saturday 2nd November
  • Thursday 7th November
  • Friday 8th November
  • Saturday 9th November

Good to know

Booking & tickets
  • Please ensure you book your tickets online in advance. Limited tickets may be available on the door.
  • Your ticket will have a specific entry time. To help us manage capacity and ensure a pleasant experience for everyone, please arrive during your designated time slot.
  • The Cathedral offers a unique ambiance during the evening, providing a stunning backdrop for viewing Mars. Dress warmly and comfortably, as the Cathedral can be cooler in the evening.
  •  Respectful non-flash photography (without tripods) taken for personal use is permitted, but we kindly ask that you be considerate of other visitors.
  • The time spent at an evening viewing of Mars can vary based on your personal experience. However, the accompanying soundscape lasts for approximately 30 minutes, so many visitors choose to spend that amount of time immersing themselves in the artwork.
Access & facilities

  • Queuing for entry to evening viewings of Mars will be outdoors. Due to the high volume of visitors, there may be a wait until your scheduled entry time. Please come prepared to queue in all weather conditions.

  • Ramps throughout the Cathedral allow step-free access.
  • Toilet facilities are available in the Cathedral (including an accessible toilet with changing facilities). 
  • There are a limited number of Accessible parking spaces situated on the approach to the Cathedral via West Street. These spaces can be used free of charge provided the vehicle is displaying a blue badge. For further information on Accessible parking in Chichester please click here.
  • Please note that only Guide, Therapy and Assistance Dogs are permitted at the Mars Evening Viewings. All dogs are welcome during the day in line with our policies.