New gifts inspired by Pete McKee's The Nativity launched

The Pete McKee merchandise at Sheffield Cathedral. Image: John Anderson

placeholder image — The Pete McKee merchandise at Sheffield Cathedral. Image: John Anderson

Pete McKee fans can take home an exclusive memento from Sheffield Cathedral’s shop - which has launched new gifts inspired by his latest artwork.

The range of merchandise is based on The Nativity, Pete’s latest painting and the centrepiece of the Cathedral’s most ambitious Christmas programme to date.

It includes everything from mugs to hoodies and prints to tote bags, all featuring characters from the distinctive new piece.

Dean of Sheffield, The Very Revd Abi Thompson, said: “We’ve been overjoyed by the incredible response to The Nativity so far.

Abi Thompson and Pete McKee with The Nativity artwork

“Thousands of people came to see it during the first few days and told us how much they loved seeing Pete’s witty take on a modern school nativity.

“At the same time, the crowds have also loved the stunning illuminations projected onto the Cathedral as part of the free city-wide event Light Up Sheffield.

“Our range of merchandise is also proving popular and the items make perfect Christmas gifts for fans of Pete McKee.”

The Nativity is based on the Cathedral’s impactful Schools Singing Programme.

The full range of merchandise at the 1554 gift shop. Image: John Anderson.

This project gives 1,000 children from Sheffield schools the chance to learn music in school and sing at the iconic building.

The artwork includes classic scenes of a school nativity - from one child picking their nose to an overly enthusiastic grandparent - with a contemporary twist. The piece will be available to view at Sheffield Cathedral until January 30.

The merchandise range of products costs between £1 and £42.50.

It will be stocked exclusively by Sheffield Cathedral’s 1554 gift shop until next year.