Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)
Donegall Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 2HB
Next service Sunday 19 July · 10:00 — Choral Eucharist
Quick answer
Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Donegall Street in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Sunday services include Choral Eucharist at 10:00 and Choral Mattins at 11:00 — times verified 1 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Postcode
- BT1 2HB
- Main service
- Sunday 10:00 — Choral Eucharist
- Accessibility
- Step-free access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Choral Eucharist
Choral Mattins
Choral Evensong
Holy Communion
About Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)
Belfast Cathedral — formally the Cathedral Church of St Anne — is built in Hiberno-Romanesque style and has been under construction in stages from 1899. A unique feature is that it spans two dioceses: Connor and Down & Dromore. The interior contains striking mosaic floors, the tomb of Lord Carson (the Ulster Unionist leader), and a striking stainless-steel 'Spire of Hope', added in 2007, which has become one of the most recognised landmarks of Belfast's skyline. A major restoration completed in 2019 enhanced the Welcome Area and installed new visitor facilities.
Notable facts about Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)
- As a cathedral, Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) is the seat of a bishop and the mother church of its diocese — the principal church of the wider region, and traditionally a centre of choral music, civic services and pilgrimage.
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- With 4 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including step-free access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Step-free access
- Choir
- Spire of Hope
- Mosaic floors
- Lord Carson tomb
- Shop
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)?
Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) is located at Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2HB, Northern Ireland. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)?
Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) is a Church of England (Anglican) church. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)?
Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) holds regular services on Sunday, Wednesday; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)?
You can contact Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Northern Ireland, Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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