Brentwood Cathedral
Brentwood, England, CM14 4BX
Next service Sunday 19 July · 09:00 — Mass
Quick answer
Brentwood Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Brentwood, England. Sunday services include Mass at 09:00 and Solemn Mass 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
- Roman Catholic (catholic)
- Location
- Brentwood, England
- Postcode
- CM14 4BX
- Diocese
- Diocese of Brentwood
- Main service
- Saturday 18:00 — Vigil Mass
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Vigil Mass
Mass
Solemn Mass
Evening Mass
Mass
About Brentwood Cathedral
Brentwood Cathedral — the Cathedral of St Mary and St Helen — is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brentwood, which covers Essex and part of East London. The present building, constructed in Portland stone and completed in 1991 to designs by Quinlan Terry in the Classical style, replaced a Victorian church on the same site. It is notable for being one of the few post-war Catholic cathedrals in England built in a traditional classical idiom. The cathedral serves a diocese that includes the faith communities of over a million Catholics across Essex and East London.
Notable facts about Brentwood Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Brentwood 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 Roman Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination in the world and in the UK, tracing its leadership in continuous succession from the Apostle Peter.
- Brentwood Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Brentwood, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 5 regular services listed across 3 days of the week, Brentwood Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Brentwood Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Roman Catholic Church
Roman Catholic worship centres on the Mass, the celebration of the Eucharist. A typical Mass includes readings from Scripture, a homily, the Liturgy of the Eucharist and Holy Communion, and usually lasts around an hour. Most parishes offer a Saturday evening Vigil Mass as well as Sunday morning Masses, along with regular opportunities for confession (reconciliation). Visitors of any background are welcome to attend.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Daily Mass
- Confession
- Adoration
- Classical architecture
- Parking
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Brentwood Cathedral?
Brentwood Cathedral is located at Brentwood, CM14 4BX, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Brentwood Cathedral?
Brentwood Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Diocese of Brentwood. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Brentwood Cathedral?
Brentwood Cathedral holds regular services on Saturday, 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 Brentwood Cathedral?
You can contact Brentwood Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Brentwood Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Brentwood Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.