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Ways to donate

From helping to maintain our beautiful building, to funding the music programme, there are a number of ways to donate to us.

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“I don’t think we can afford not to save them”: Sam Dove speaks on heritage skills webinar

Earlier this year, we launched our new heritage craft apprenticeship programme and shared plans for our upcoming Wren Centre of Excellence, a world-class training centre based at the Cathedral to secure the future of these skills and safeguard historic buildings for generations to come.

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How to find us

Find our address and learn how to reach us by different forms of transport.

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Conservation

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.

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Dean Walter Matthews

Walter Matthews became Dean in 1934; a post he would hold for 33 years, during which time he was instrumental in the establishment of the Friends of St Paul's.

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Richard Rundle Burges

Learn about the monument to Richard Rundle Burges.

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St Paul's Cathedral welcomes Hilary Punnett as Assistant Director of Music as it expands world-leading music programme

St Paul's Cathedral has today announced leading conductor and organist, Hilary Punnett, as its new Assistant Director of Music

A day in the life: Janet Payne

Janet has volunteered for St Paul’s for over two decades, now settling into her important role as Team Leader. Taking responsibility for connecting our broad network of volunteers and staff, she has made great friends through volunteering, and has found endless opportunities to learn.

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History and Collections

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

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The Crucified Christ

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.

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St Paul’s Cathedral announces the appointment of new Residentiary Canon and Steward

The Revd Dr Catherine Okoronkwo has been appointed by His Majesty the King as Residentiary Canon and Steward.

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St Paul’s Cathedral announces the appointment of new Residentiary Canon and Precentor

The Revd Canon Philip Banks has been appointed by His Majesty The King as Residentiary Canon and Precentor.

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St Paul’s Cathedral’s interior transformed by sound and light show

This week, the interior of St Paul’s Cathedral is being transformed by the immersive sound and light show, ‘Luminous’.

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'Luminous' by Luxmuralis FAQ

Coming to see 'Luminous' by Luxmuralis? Here’s what you need to know.

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Press and media

If you’re looking to feature St Paul’s in a news story, seeking imagery of our building, or have any other media-related enquiry, our Communications team are here to help.

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Contemporary writers reflect

Read leading Christian writers reflecting on how we can live our faith now.

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A visit from Martin Luther King

Perhaps the most prominent voice in the US Civil Rights Movement, Dr King delivered an iconic sermon to thousands of worshippers in 1964.

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The Light of the World by William Holman Hunt

William Holman Hunt’s painting is one of the most viewed 20th-century art pieces in the world, with a rich tapestry of symbolism to be unravelled.

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Learning

Discover our educational events for children and adults – and search our extensive library of learning resources.

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.