Site search | St Paul's Cathedral

2.3.1 D94_Lead Image

The Wren Office drawings

The St Paul’s Collection of Wren Office drawings is unrivalled as a record of the design and construction of a single great building by one architect in the early modern era.

police guard dog security safety search

Safety and security

With 24/7 security protocols, well-trained staff and ongoing collaboration with local police and security organisations, St Paul’s is committed to keeping its visitors safe.

looking up at the dome

Weddings enquiry form

If you are interested in holding your wedding at St Paul's, please complete our form.

Member of the VE Team and Security team

Work for us

Find out more about joining the team at St Paul's and what roles are currently open.

Claire Gilbert is a white woman with short grey hair wearing a yellow sweater and smiling to the audience. She stands in front of the sunlit alcove in the Wren Suite of the Cathedral.

Julian Of Norwich: Environmental Wisdom for the 21st Century

Claire Gilbert explores how Julian of Norwich’s spirituality can help awaken and transform our ecological consciousness.

St Pauls seen over the millennium bridge

Explore

Explore St Paul’s Cathedral with its architect, Sir Christopher Wren. Use our virtual tours to visit the Cathedral from your computer or mobile device.

5.1.1

Tyndale's New Testament

Tyndale’s Bible was one of the most dangerous books in Tudor England, and was even returned to St Paul’s in secret.

Andrew Carwood conducting the choir at St Paul's Cathedral

To God alone be glory: Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion (Part 4)

Andrew Carwood explores the music and meaning of the final sections of Bach’s St Matthew Passion.

Andrew Carwood conducting the choir at St Paul's Cathedral

To God alone be glory: Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion (Part 1)

Andrew Carwood introduces Bach’s life and work, and the environment and context of his St Matthew Passion.

Andrew Carwood conducting the choir at St Paul's Cathedral

To God alone be glory: Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion (Part 2)

Andrew Carwood introduces the impact of Luther on Bach, and the theological, spiritual and psychological aspects of St Matthew’s Passion.

Andrew Carwood conducting the choir at St Paul's Cathedral

To God alone be glory: Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion (Part 3)

Andrew Carwood explores some of the characters and characterisations in the St Matthew Passion, including Jesus, Peter and Judas.

3.1.2 nelson tomb mosaics

Nelson, Wellington and Churchill

Three state funerals have been held at St Paul’s, reflecting the Cathedral’s role as a focus for national commemoration.

Ways to give

St Paul’s is more reliant than ever on donations to keep our doors open – and there are many ways to donate.

Bomb damage sustained to St Paul's during the Second World War

Wartime damage and repair

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.

Bomb damage to the Cathedral during the Blitz

A flying start: How the Friends were founded

The very first meeting of the Friends of St Paul's took place on a pleasant spring evening, on the 29th April 1952.

holy bible

What we believe

Understand what St Paul’s believes, and explore our introductory resources designed for those who are curious about Christianity.

clergy priest talking to worshippers

Join your London community

Find out how St Paul’s is connected with the broader Diocese of London, how to arrange visits with your local church and more.

Canon Collins apartheid leaflet

Canon Collins and the campaign against Apartheid

The most significant impact St Paul’s has had on world events is its unofficial role in helping to fight Apartheid in South Africa.

Brother Sam outside Hilfield Priory

Joining the Song of Creation: St Francis of Assisi and his Canticle of Creation (Part One)

Brother Sam SSF introduces St Francis and his great hymn of praise to God. Recorded live at St Paul’s reflective day.

Brother Sam outside Hilfield Priory

Joining the Song of Creation: St Francis of Assisi and his Canticle of Creation (Part Two)

Br Sam SSF explores the last verses of St Francis’ Canticle of Creation, about peace, peacemaking, and death. Recorded live at St Paul’s reflective day.