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St Martin Divides his Cloak

St Martin of Tours by Hughie O'Donoghue

A painting commissioned by the Imperial Society of Knight’s Bachelor brings a contemporary take on a well-known moment in the life of St Martin.

members of staff chatting at desk

Who we are

Understand who works at St Paul’s and how each of our governing bodies works.

Monument Bishop Thomas Fanshaw Middleton

Bishop Thomas Fanshaw Middleton (1769-1822): The history

Learn about the monument to Bishop Thomas Fanshaw Middleton and the East India Company with this piece written by Reverend Canon Dr Peniel Rajkumar.

Members of the Learning team speak to children at Messy Cathedral 2025.

St Paul’s chosen as finalist for renowned Schools Travel Award

We've been shortlisted as a finalist for annual Schools Travel Awards, in recognition of inspiring work carried out by our Learning department.

the cathedral dome seen from south of the river

Terms and conditions of entry

Understand the terms and conditions of entering our building, whether for sightseeing or events.

5.3.2 William II portrait from National Gallery

The William II Charter

This royal charter is the earliest surviving item within the Cathedral Archives, dating from July 1099/1100. Written in Latin, it provides confirmation from King William II to the canons of St Paul’s of their rights of jurisdiction over their property.

A day in the life: Sarah Hack, Altar Server

Having been an altar server in her youth in Surrey, teacher Sarah decided to pick up volunteering when she moved to London many years ago. She tells us about the theatrically and teamwork that her role embodies – and an unexpected bit of heavy lifting that is involved.

The Cathedral's Grand Organ and Dome

Music Department welcomes three new colleagues

The Music Department of St Paul’s Cathedral is delighted to announce three new appointments. William Bruce has been appointed Artistic Director of Choral Partnerships from October 2023. Jeremiah Stephenson has been appointed Organ Education Lead and Alexander Knight has been appointed Organ Scholar from September 2023.

Monument to Richard Rundle Burges

Richard Rundle Burges

Learn about the monument to Richard Rundle Burges.

palm sunday worship sarah mulally bishop steps

Lent, Holy Week and Easter

Whoever you are and whatever you believe, you are welcome to come to St Paul’s and experience Lent and Easter through words, silence, and music.

Monument to Granville Gower Loch

Granville Gower Loch (1813-1853)

Learn about the monument to Granville Gower Loch and the East India Company with this piece written by M Ahmedullah.

Monument to Henry Montgomery Lawrence

Sir Henry Montgomery Lawrence (1806-57)

Learn about the monument to Sir Henry Montgomery Lawrence and the East India Company, with this piece written by Ricky Singh Ahluwalia.

singing group children music outreach choir

Our musicians

Behind our fantastic musical programme is a dedicated team of musicians, performing, planning services, conducting, teaching our choirs and much more.

Monument to Thomas Dundas

Thomas Dundas

Learn about the monument to Thomas Dundas (1750-94).

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Book sightseeing tickets

We have a number of sightseeing tickets available, with discounts for children, students, seniors over 65, and families.

Image of Quire and mosaics at St Paul's

Doors open for sightseeing. Please read

Important information for Saturday 3rd June

Alexandra is a young black woman wearing an academic robe standing in front of the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial Pool

Remembering Martin Luther King

Alexandra Drakeford reflects on the philosophy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr for Black History Month.

Alan Smith, a black man with bald head and black glasses wearing a navy blazer over a pale blue shirt, stands in front of large glass windows.

Fair Money

Alan Smith considers issues of equality, fairness and justice in money and the economy.

The Triforium of St Paul's Cathedral

Public Triforium tour

A one-hour tour of our Triforium. A great option if you have been to St Paul's before and want to go behind the scenes to see more of the Cathedral.

The Triforium of St Paul's Cathedral

Public Triforium tour

A one-hour tour of our Triforium. A great option if you have been to St Paul's before and want to go behind the scenes to see more of the Cathedral.