Bradford Cathedral
Bradford, England, BD1 4EH
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
Quick answer
Bradford Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church in Bradford, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30 — 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
- Bradford, England
- Postcode
- BD1 4EH
- Diocese
- Diocese of Leeds
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion (BCP)
Sung Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
Evensong
About Bradford Cathedral
Bradford Cathedral, or the Cathedral Church of St Peter, is an Anglican cathedral in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, one of three co-equal cathedrals in the Diocese of Leeds alongside Ripon and Wakefield. Its site has been used for Christian worship since the 7th century, when missionaries based in Dewsbury evangelised the area. For many centuries it was the parish church of St Peter and achieved cathedral status in 1919. The cathedral is a Grade I listed building.
Notable facts about Bradford Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Bradford Cathedral 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.
- Bradford Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Leeds, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 5 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Bradford Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Bradford Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair 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
- Wheelchair access
- Cathedral choir
- Daily worship
- Café
- Gift shop
- Guided tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bradford Cathedral?
Bradford Cathedral is located at Bradford, BD1 4EH, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Bradford Cathedral?
Bradford Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Leeds. 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 Bradford Cathedral?
Bradford Cathedral holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; 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 Bradford Cathedral?
You can contact Bradford Cathedral through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Bradford Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Bradford Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.