Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester
Worcester, England · WR1 2LA
Diocese of Worcester
Your visit at a glance
Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester is a Church of England (Anglican) church at College Yard, Worcester in Worcester, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30. 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.
- Sunday08:00
Holy Communion (BCP)
- Sunday10:30
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday16:00
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays07:30
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays17:30
Choral Evensong (term time)
The church & its community
About Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester
Worcester Cathedral, properly the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary the Virgin, is one of England's great Norman cathedrals, founded as a monastery in 680 and rebuilt by St Wulstan from 1084. It stands magnificently on a bluff above the River Severn. The cathedral is the burial place of King John (1216) and Prince Arthur Tudor (1502), Henry VIII's elder brother whose chantry chapel is one of the finest of its kind in England. Worcester is one of the three cathedrals (with Hereford and Gloucester) that hosts the historic Three Choirs Festival.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Worcester, England
- Postcode
- WR1 2LA
- Diocese
- Diocese of Worcester
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:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Cathedral choir
- Tomb of King John
- Prince Arthur's Chantry
- Tower tours
- Crypt
- Café
- 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 Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester
Where is Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester?
Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester is located at College Yard, Worcester, Worcester, WR1 2LA, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester?
Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Worcester. 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 Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester?
The listed schedule for Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Sunday 10:30 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 16:00 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 07:30 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 17:30 (Choral Evensong (term time)). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester?
You can contact Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Mary, the Virgin of Worcester welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.