The Very Revd Mark Bonney DL, currently Dean of Ely Cathedral, has announced his retirement in July 2026. He will have served as Dean of Ely for 14 years and his retirement will mark 40 years as an ordained priest.
The Rt Revd Dr Dagmar Winter, Bishop of Huntingdon and Acting Bishop of Ely, said "Mark has given many years of faithful and distinguished service to Ely Cathedral, Diocese and to the wider Church. His steady leadership, deep love for cathedral worship, stewardship of the amazing building and care for its people have left a lasting legacy. He is an excellent colleague to me and I pray God's richest blessing on him and Katy during their last year in Ely as they prepare for their move."
Mark’s last day at the Cathedral will be Sunday 28 June with an official retirement date of 31 July 2026.
We will Mark and Katy every blessing for the future.