In the 70 years since their foundation, the Friends have made a considerable contribution to the life and welfare of the Cathedral. 

Wren had always intended a belfry in one of the towers at the west end of the Cathedral.

Godfrey Allen, Surveyor to the Fabric from 1931-1956 was described as 'the St Paul's terrier', and was devoted to the Cathedral.

Discover St Paul's turbulent history and the rare artefacts that help to tell its stories.

After meeting at University, Seely and Paget would forge an unbreakable partnership that led to some of the Cathedral’s most striking focal points. 

Discover the latest news from St Paul’s Cathedral, including updates from our latest projects, details of special events and more.

Booking sightseeing tickets for the Cathedral? Here’s what you need to know.

The arrival in the Cathedral of a ground breaking sculpture by Henry Moore initiated a new relationship with contemporary art which continues to this day.

It is a common myth that St Paul’s escaped damage during the Blitz, but in fact the Cathedral was to endure two direct hits by high explosives during the Second World War.

In 1958, the actor and singer Paul Robeson became the first Black person to read the Lesson in the Cathedral.

The Chorister Trust fund scholarships for our Choristers, to help more children join our Cathedral choir and benefit from a first-class musical education.

If you’re new to attending church, find out what happens at a typical St Paul’s service.

There are some simple rules we ask our visitors to follow when taking photos inside the Cathedral, to respect the privacy of others.  

St Paul’s Cathedral is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information.

Learn more about the different bells we have in the Cathedral, when bells are rung and how change ringing works.

After the rejection of the Great Model in the latter part of 1674, Wren prepared several designs for a new Cathedral on a cruciform plan.

This beautifully sculpted marble figure of Christ was once the centrepiece of an elaborate reredos (a decorated screen) that stood behind the Cathedral’s High Altar. 

Conservation is a big word for a simple ethos – taking care of our Cathedral and its contents so it can be enjoyed for generations to come.

Discover a trail of artworks around the Cathedral and the theological messaging behind them.

Booking sightseeing tickets for the Cathedral? Here’s what you need to know.