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Worship & Music
St Paul’s Cathedral has been here for over 1,400 years. It has been built and rebuilt five times, and always its main purpose has been as a place of worship and prayer.
Visit Us
St Paul's, with its world-famous dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Step inside and you can enjoy the Cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
Learning & Faith
Lifelong learning is a core part of the our work, delivered through a variety of events by St Paul's Institute, and the Cathedral's Adult Learning and Schools & Family Learning departments.
History & Collections
For more than 1,400 years, a Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has stood at the highest point in the City. The present Cathedral is the masterpiece of Britain's most famous architect Sir Christopher Wren.
Support Us
Behind the scenes, the cost of caring for St Paul's and continuing to deliver our central ministry and work is enormous and the generosity of our supporters is critical.
Venue Bookings
Widely considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful buildings and a powerful symbol of the splendour of London, St Paul’s Cathedral is a breathtaking events venue.News & Press
| 7:30am | Morning Prayer |
| 8:00am | Eucharist |
| 11:00am | Festival of St Cecilia |
| 1:00pm | Doors open for sightseeing |
| 4:00pm | Last entry for sightseeing |
| 5:00pm | Choral Evensong |
News & Press
Statement from St Paul’s Cathedral on Court of Appeal ruling
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The following statement has been issued by the Chapter of St Paul’s Cathedral following the Court of Appeal ruling on Wednesday, 22nd February 2012: "We very much...Read more >
Iron is a girl’s best friend at St Paul’s this Valentine’s Day
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
Diamonds may be forever and a girl’s best friend, but one Londoner has spurned the precious stone in favour of iron this Valentine’s Day. Martin Barratt, a managing...Read more >
Listen again to Choral Evensong on BBC Radio 3
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
Works by Byrd and Tallis featured as BBC Radio 3's Choral Evensong came from St Paul's on Wednesday, 1st February. LISTEN AGAIN Now...Read more >
St Paul's issues special Prayer to mark Queen's Diamond Jubilee
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The following Prayer, written at The Queen's direction by the Chapter of St Paul's Cathedral for Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee,...Read more >
“Grateful and embarrassed” cathedral foreman recognised in New Year Honours List
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
One of St Paul’s longest serving employees is celebrating receiving an MBE in the New Year Honours List, for his service to the cathedral. Alan Horsfield, the cathedral’s...Read more >
St Paul’s 20 year ‘pipe-dream’ becomes a reality
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The latest chapter in St Paul’s rich musical history has been written this week with the first performance of the cathedral’s brand new organ. The new OBE Chapel...Read more >
Archbishop of Canterbury Ordains two new Bishops at St Paul's
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
Two new Bishops have been Ordained and Consecrated at St Paul's Cathedral. A Eucharist service, held on Wednesday 25th...Read more >
The Reverend Canon Michael Hampel looks at the humour and teachings in the Book of Jonah
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The Reverend Canon Michael Hampel looks at the humour and teachings in the Book of Jonah - a sermon given on the third Sunday of...Read more >
Bishops of Winchester and Bradwell to be consecrated at St Paul
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The 97th Bishop of Winchester and fifth Bishop of Bradwell are to be consecrated at St Paul’s Cathedral. Canon Timothy...Read more >
Statement from St Paul's Cathedral
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Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
Following today’s decision by Mr Justice Lindblom at the High Court the Chapter of St Paul’s have issued the following...Read more >
Watch again: PD James speaks at St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
Today the Cathedral is very saddened to hear that PD James, great detective fiction writer and friend to St Paul's, has died aged 94. Baroness James of Holland...Read more >
Two nations' 'Unwritten Alliance' the focus of annual St Paul's US Thanksgiving service
Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
America the Beautiful echoed around St Paul's as the American community in London gathered at the Cathedral for the annual Thanksgiving Day service. 2,000 people...Read more >
BBC Choral Evensong from St Paul's to be broadcast worldwide
Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
BBC Radio 3's annual visit to St Paul's for Choral Evensong will once again be available for people to be able to listen to around the world. LISTEN LIVE Wednesday...Read more >
CofE bishops urge church-going General Election voters to help build the society they want at ballot box
Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
The Church of England's House of Bishops has released a letter, addressed to all members of the Church, to deeply consider how they use their vote at this year's General...Read more >
Is World Book Day's 'most dangerous' book here at St Paul's?
Posted by St Paul's Cathedral
To mark World Book Day (5 March) we tell the story of one of the most controversial and 'dangerous' books in history, a copy of which remarkably survives at St Paul's. One...Read more >
