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VIDEO: Peterborough Cathedral hosts Star Wars exhibition

One of the largest Star Wars private fan collections in the world is making a stopover at Peterborough until the end of next month.
Unofficial Galaxies is open now – Book your tickets to see one of the biggest private Star Wars fan collections in the world here at Peterborough Cathedral from 19th July – 29th August: https://t.co/s5gXpDFwO5 pic.twitter.com/i9o3eMOOA4
— Paul Stainton (@PaulStainton) July 19, 2023
Journalists were offered a preview of the exhibition yesterday ahead of today’s officially opening.

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris
The Unofficial Galaxies exhibition opens to the public today (July 19) and includes over 120 items including a life-size Land speeder bought from London’s Elstree Studios, a diverse collection of rare Star Wars toys and many other highly prized exhibits.

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris
The East Midlands Garrison, a professional Cosplay group, were present yesterday, raising money for a local cancer charity.
They included more than a dozen characters in full costume to create a real spectacle.

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris
“Let’s face it, where else would you see a Stormtrooper in a Cathedral,” said a cathedral spokesperson.
There will be several quiet sessions during our Unofficial Galaxies exhibition for those with additional needs.

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris

Star Wars Cosplay at the cathedral. The Unofficial Galaxies Exhibition The privately owned exhibition of authentic movie memorabilia will open on Wednesday July 19 in Peterborough Cathedral. PHOTO: Terry Harris
During these sessions, the music will be turned off and the lighting adjusted.
Please book via the website: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/unofficialgalaxies
General admission tickets are £10 for adults, £6 for children/students and a family ticket for £30.
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