Tessa's Cathedral Tour

This charmingly- illustrated children's book follows Tessa, a dachshund with 'the most important job in all of St Paul's Cathedral' as the Dean's special helper. With her soft brown eyes, shiny coat, and (almost) perfect manners, Tessa enjoys her days napping on her special office cushion and greeting visitors.When a group of schoolchildren tours the cathedral, Tessa befriends shy Lily, who feels overwhelmed by the grand building. As the tour progresses, Tessa's keen dachshund nose discovers a hidden panel in a column that contains a 130-year-old time capsule from the cathedral's builders.This story celebrates the special role animals play in our historic spaces, while gently teaching young readers about cathedral architecture, history, and the value of kindness. Beautiful illustrations capture Tessa's adventures and the cathedral's grandeur from a child's point of view.