Your visit at a glance
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. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday10:00
Choral Eucharist
- Sunday11:00
Choral Mattins
- Sunday15:30
Choral Evensong
- Wednesday13:05
Holy Communion
The church & its community
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.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Postcode
- BT1 2HB
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
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.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Access information recorded for this church:
- Step-free access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Choir
- Spire of Hope
- Mosaic floors
- Lord Carson tomb
- Shop
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's)
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)?
The listed schedule for Belfast Cathedral (St Anne's) is Sunday 10:00 (Choral Eucharist); Sunday 11:00 (Choral Mattins); Sunday 15:30 (Choral Evensong); Wednesday 13:05 (Holy Communion). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
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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