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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.

5.2.3 Book close up

The Henry VII Indentures

These indentures – that detail agreements between King Henry VII and clergy – are made unique by their clever jigsaw-puzzle design.

Bishop Curry and Paula Gooder on stage at an Adult Learning event in the cathedral

St Paul's Cathedral Institute events

Find out what’s coming up at the Cathedral and online in events exploring Christian faith and spirituality, art and history, and contemporary issues.

A smiling short-haired woman

The Art of Letting Go

Susanna Snyder reflects on Lent and the spiritual practice of letting go of what holds us back from life in all its abundance.

guide welcome visitors group nave entrance

Permanent Event

Daily guided tours and talks

Get to know the fascinating figures in our history – and the story of how the Cathedral was built – with our guided tours and introductory talks.

At various times usually between 11am and 3pm

Free with a ticket

The dome of St Paul's with blossom in the foreground

Contemporary writers reflect

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

Members of the Vicars Choral singing in the Quire at St Paul's Cathedral

End-of-Year Singing Assembly

A Singing Assembly for the end of the academic year, with an address by the Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, Dr Paula Gooder, led by Tom Daggett and sung by the Vicars Choral. Learn the hymn 'O Jesus, I have promised’.

Members of the Vicars Choral singing in the Quire at St Paul's Cathedral

Harvest Singing Assembly

A Singing Assembly for Harvest, with an address by the Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, Dr Paula Gooder, led by Tom Daggett and sung by the Vicars Choral. Learn the hymn 'Come, ye thankful people, come'.

Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral singing in the Quire

Pentecost Singing Assembly

A Singing Assembly for Pentecost, with an address by the Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, Dr Paula Gooder, led by Tom Daggett and sung by the St Paul's Cathedral Choristers. Learn the hymn 'Come down, O Love divine’.

A photograph of St Paul's Cathedral dome surrounded by smoke

St Paul's Cathedral during the Blitz

An activity sheet about St Paul's Cathedral during the Blitz for key stage 2.

A painting of people getting onto boats during the fire with the city burning in the background

The Great Fire of London Story Sheet

A story sheet about the Great Fire of London for key stage 2.

Paula Hollingsworth

The Big Issues - Baptism

An information sheet for GCSE RS about baptism.

Paula Hollingsworth

The Big Issues - Communion

An information sheet for GCSE RS about communion.

Dean David Ison

The Big Issues - Evil and Suffering

An information sheet for GCSE RS about evil and suffering.

Rosemary Morton

The Big Issues - Gender

An information sheet for GCSE RS about gender equality.

Rosemary Morton

The Big Issues - Incarnation

An information sheet for GCSE RS about the incarnation.

Robert-Coupland

The Big Issues - Liturgy

An information sheet for GCSE RS about liturgy.

The Honorary Chaplain of St Paul's Reverend Andrew Richardson

The Big Issues - Nuclear Deterrence

An information sheet for GCSE RS in which a priest discusses issues around nuclear deterrence.

Paula Hollingsworth

The Big Issues - Pentecost

An information sheet for GCSE RS about Pentecost.

Robert-Coupland

The Big Issues - Poverty

An information sheet for GCSE RS about poverty.