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Eurovision set to be screened at Portsmouth Cathedral

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The Eurovision Song Contest will tomorrow be screened at Portsmouth Cathedral – giving the city’s residents the chance to enjoy the night in an unusual setting.

The free event is part of a nationwide Cathedrals at Night campaign in which visitors will have the chance to explore the cathedral after dark alongside the familyfrie­ndly Eurovision evening. Visitors can turn up between 7pm and midnight. The competitio­n screening will start at 8pm, so visitors are advised to arriveearl­yiftheywan­ttocatch thewholesh­ow–andgetagoo­d seat.

Refreshmen­ts and a limited bar will be available throughout the evening, with a portion of the profits going to the DEC Ukraine Humanitari­an Appeal.

The DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) is a UK-based charity that helps people affected by disasters and conflicts around the world.

Portsmouth Cathedral’s events manager, Jemima Crayden, said: ‘To make the event inclusive for everyone, we've made sure it's familyfrie­ndly and organised a Eurovision-themed quiz that's both fun and interactiv­e.

‘And by donating a portion of our refreshmen­t profits to the DEC Ukraine Humanitari­an Appeal, we hope to play a small part in helping those in need.’

‘There is no dress code for the event, but visitors are encouraged to come in their best Eurovision­themed outfits or in colours to support their favourite country.

‘Please note this will be a family-friendly event, and visitors are not allowed to bring their own refreshmen­ts into the cathedral.’

For more info, visit portsmouth­cathedral.org.uk

 ?? ?? The Eurovision Song Contest Picture: BBC/Nick Robinson
The Eurovision Song Contest Picture: BBC/Nick Robinson

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