Clifton Cathedral
Clifton Park, Bristol, Bristol, England, BS8 3BX
Next service Sunday 19 July · 09:30 — Family Mass
Quick answer
Clifton Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church at Clifton Park, Bristol in Bristol, England. Sunday services include Family Mass at 09:30 and Solemn Mass at 11:15 — 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
- Bristol, England
- Postcode
- BS8 3BX
- Diocese
- Diocese of Clifton
- 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
Family Mass
Solemn Mass
Evening Mass
Mass
About Clifton Cathedral
Clifton Cathedral, properly the Cathedral Church of SS Peter and Paul, is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Clifton covering Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Consecrated in 1973, it is one of the most architecturally significant post-war Catholic buildings in Britain — an austere, hexagonal modernist design in pre-cast concrete, now Grade II* listed. The cathedral seats a congregation around a central altar and is celebrated for its outstanding acoustics.
Notable facts about Clifton Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Clifton 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.
- Clifton Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Clifton, 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, Clifton Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Clifton 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
- Modernist Grade II* architecture
- Parking
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Clifton Cathedral?
Clifton Cathedral is located at Clifton Park, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 3BX, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Clifton Cathedral?
Clifton Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Diocese of Clifton. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Clifton Cathedral?
Clifton 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 Clifton Cathedral?
You can contact Clifton Cathedral through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Clifton Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Clifton Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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