Send us your very own Modern Misericord design and you could see your creation brought to life as a carved seat in our new Treasures Gallery exhibition space.
Misericords, also known as ‘mercy seats’, are tip-up seats that priests used to lean on during long services. They often featured detailed carvings of scenes of every day life, animals, nature and mythical beasts. We want you to give your design a modern twist to make it unique to you. In your design, why not show an activity you enjoy or something important to you.
Submission Deadline: Monday 14 October 2024
Four designs will be chosen to be made into misericords. One design being chosen from each of the following categories; primary school, secondary school, college and 18+.
Creators of the winning designs will have the opportunity to:
- Join clay and woodcarving workshops to help bring their designs to life.
- Have your design hand-carved in oak by woodcarver, William Barsley.
- See your Modern Misericord displayed in Exeter Cathedral’s new Treasures Gallery exhibition space.
Pick up your Misericord Design Challenge Submission Pack from the Exeter Cathedral Welcome Desk. Alternatively, download the submission pack using the button below.
Need inspiration? Take a look at some of Exeter Cathedral’s misericords >
How to Submit Your Design
You can submit your design in person, by post or by email.
In person:
A submission box can be found at the Welcome Desk inside Exeter Cathedral.
By post:
Send your completed submission pack to:
Misericord Design Challenge
1 The Cloisters
Exeter
EX1 1HS
By email:
Submit your design via email >